Ingredients:3/4 pound extra-lean ground beef3/4 pound ground turkey1 small onion, minced1/4 cup egg substitute1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs3/4 cup ketchup1/3 cup white vinegar1/4 cup low-sodium Worcestershire sauce3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons dry mustard
Ingredients:1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated fettuccine3 (4-ounce) links sweet Italian turkey sausage1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil2 cups sliced onions1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper2 large garlic cloves, crushed2 cups lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as McCutcheon’s)1/2 ounce pecorino cheese, grated (about 2 tablespoons packed)8 basil leaves, torn
Ingredients:7 cloves garlic1 tablespoon olive oil1 (28-ounce) can peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand1 (28-ounce) can plum tomatoes, chopped coarseSalt and pepper1/4 pound sweet sausage1/2 pound ground lean beef1/4 pound ground pork1/4 pound ground veal1 egg1 /2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano1 tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1 teaspoon shallots, minced1 cup bread…
Ingredients:1 medium onion grated (1 cup)4 teaspoons italian seasoning1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for serving (optional)1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs1 large eggCoarse salt and ground pepper1 lb. ground beef sirloin1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium carrot grated1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce12 ounces spaghettiInstructions:Heat broiler with rack 4 inches…
Ingredients:1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound ground veal1/2 pound ground pork3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese3 tablespoons garlic powder2 eggs3/4 cups of milk4 tablespoons italian bread crumbsFresh ground sea salt & pepper to taste1 cup of mozzarella cheese cubes, cut into 1/4 inch cubesInstructions:Preheat oven to 375Mix all the ingredients, except the mozzarella cubes, in a large…
Create the romantic Lady and the Tramp moment at home with Spaghetti and Meatballs for two. (Recipe Credit: Adrianna Adarme of the Fresh Tastes blog)Ingredients:1/2 pound ground beef2 tablespoon bread crumbs1 shallot, minced2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced Italian parsley 1 large egg yolkPinch of crushed red pepper2 tablespoons grated parmesan1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cup marinara…
Ingredients:1 pound ground beef1/2 white onion finely chopped1 clove garlic, finely chopped2 tablespoons Italian parsley, minced1 egg1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 pound mozzarella, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oilInstructions:In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onions, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, pepper and breadcrumbs (don’t overmix or they’ll be…
Ingredients:1 cup plain low-fat yogurt2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)*1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt2 pounds ground lamb1/2 cup minced fresh mint1/4 cup coarsely grated onion4 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon ground cumin1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper12 5- to 7-inch-diameter soft round middle eastern…
Ingredients:1 large egg2 tablespoons water1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs12 ounces lean ground turkey1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons chopped fresh italian parsley2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper8 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth1 cup chopped peeled carrots3/4 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)4 cups coarsely chopped escarole (about 1/2 medium head)
Ingredients:2 teaspoons fennel seeds3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 pounds hot italian sausages, casings removed3 1/2 to 3 3/4 pounds 1 1/2-inch-thick beef shanks with bone (about 3 pieces)5 cups chopped onions (about 3 large)2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes in juice1 750-ml bottle dry red wine8 large garlic cloves, chopped4 fresh bay leaves2 teaspoons dried oregano1…
Ingredients:Coarse salt1 pound linguine1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling3 cloves garlic, peeled1 large red onion, thinly sliced4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise, then sliced very thinly crosswise20 gaeta or nicoise olives, pitted1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, preferably sicilian1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup breadcrumbsInstructions:1. Fill a 10-quart stockpot with 7 quarts water…
Broiling the tomatoes adds rich flavor to the sandwich. This recipe can easily be cut in half. For convenience, use your favorite tomato sauce.Ingredients:2 pounds ground turkey1 onion, grated1 tablespoon minced garlic1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon fennel seedssaltpepper1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)2 tablespoons olive oilAbout 3 cups of your favorite tomato sauce8…
Enlivened with crisp water chestnuts and fresh cilantro, these delicate Asian-inspired veal and pork meatballs are a world away from their Italian counterpart — but they’re just as moist and irresistible.Ingredients:1/4 cup whole milk1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs3/4 pound ground pork3/4 pound ground veal1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup canned sliced water chestnuts, rinsed,…
TipHow to Thaw Beef As with most meat, the safest way to thaw beef is in the refrigerator. Small cuts of beef can take up to 24 hours, while larger slabs can take a few days. If you’re in a pinch, frozen beef can be thawed in a bowl or container of lukewarm water. Place…
Tomatoes are a top plant source of umami, and the riper they are, the better: The fruit’s umami components increase during maturation. What’s more, whole-wheat pasta has triple the fiber of regular pasta for more fill-you-up power.Ingredients:8 pounds tomatoes, cut into chunks1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided5 cloves garlic,…
Ingredients:1 medium onion, grated (1 cup)4 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving (optional)1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs1 large eggcoarse saltground pepper1 pound ground beef sirloin1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium carrot, grated1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce12 ounces spaghettiInstructions:1. Heat broiler with rack 4 inches from…
Ingredients:1 large eggcoarse saltground pepper1 large onion, finely chopped6 cloves garlic, minced1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving8 ounces ground pork8 ounces ground dark-meat turkey1 teaspoon Italian seasoning2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes3/4 pound spaghettiInstructions:1. In a large bowl, whisk together egg, 1/4 cup water,…
Ingredients:1 eggplant (1 pound), stemmed and cut in 4 3/4-inch plankscoarse saltfreshly ground pepper2 1/3 cups fresh breadcrumbs, preferably from a hearty Italian loaf1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1 1/2 ounces)1 small garlic clove, minced plus 2 cloves thinly sliced1 large egg white1 can (28 ounce) whole plum tomatoes, pulsed in…
Ingredients:1 medium zucchini (7 ounces), shredded1 1/4 pounds 93% lean ground turkey1/4 cup seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 large garlic clove, crushed1 large egg, beaten1 teaspoon kosher saltfreshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, smashed slightly1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes (I like Tuttorosso)2 tablespoons grated…
Ingredients:2 28-ounce cans whole peeled tomatoes in juice, drained, juice reserved, tomatoes finely chopped1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter2 medium onions, peeled, halved through root end1/2 teaspoon (or more) salt1 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless french or country-style bread1/3 cup whole milk8 ounces ground beef (15% fat)8 ounces ground pork1 cup finely ground (not…
Ingredients:6 (2-ounce) whole wheat submarine loaves1 pound ground round1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large egg white, lightly beaten1 1/2 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium pasta sauce3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Ingredients:1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1/2 teaspoon kosher salt12 ounces ground sirloin1 large egg1 garlic clove, minced12 water rolls, halved lengthwisecooking spray4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut crosswise into 12 thin slices1 cup lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as McCutcheon’s)12 fresh basil leaves (optional)
Most of us have a tough time saying no to the lure of a meatball. Well, here is a batch of meatballs ready for the test. These particular ones, a mixture of beef and sausage, are laid out in a pan, then smothered in crushed tomatoes and seasoned with grated Romano cheese. Then they’re baked…
Ingredients:1 pound ground beef1/2 white onion finely chopped1 clove garlic, finely chopped2 tablespoons Italian parsley, minced1 egg1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 pound mozzarella, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oilInstructions:In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onions, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, pepper and breadcrumbs (don’t overmix or they’ll be…