Ingredients:1/2 cup milk (whole, 2%, or skim)1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs1 large egg1 teaspoon saltground black pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup finely minced Italian parsley1 pound ground meat such as beef, pork, turkey, chicken, or veal, or a mix1/2 cup finely chopped onion (or grated on a coarse grater) from 1 small yellow onion1 clove…
Ingredients:8 ounces mushrooms, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 stalk celery, sliced4 cloves garlic1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1/2 cup finely chopped Italian parsley1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground pepper1 pound lean ground turkey
Ingredients:2 pounds lean ground turkey1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)1/4 cup finely chopped carrots1/4 cup finely chopped zucchini1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 large eggs2 tablespoons Italian seasoning1 tablespoon coarse sea salt2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 cup homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken brothInstructions:1. In a large bowl, mix turkey, panko, carrots, zucchini, onion, eggs, Italian seasoning, and salt…
Ingredients:coarse saltground pepper1 1/2 pounds sweet or spicy Italian sausage1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil1 medium yellow onion, diced small2 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes1 pound spaghettiInstructions:1. Set a large pot of salted water to boil. Remove sausage meat from casings and roll into 24 balls. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat…
Ingredients:1 pound lean ground beef1 pound ground pork1 1/2 cloves garlic2 large eggs1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh italian parsleyCoarse salt and freshly ground pepper2 cups plain dry bread crumbs2 cups water, room temperature1 cup olive oilCooked pasta, (optional)Rao’s marinara sauceInstructions:1. In a large bowl, combine beef and pork using…
For the best texture, don’t overwork the meat mixture and use Parmesan that’s ground to a fine powder ( use the processor or the rasp side of a box grater). For more heat, add 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper to the sauce.Ingredients:2 28-ounce cans whole peeled tomatoes in juice, drained, juice reserved,…
Ingredients:1 pound ground turkey, either 85% lean or 93% lean1/4 cup grated onion, from 1/2 small to medium onion1 large egg1/3 cup breadcrumbs1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese2 whole cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups tomato sauce, homemade or store-bought2 pounds greens, such as broccoli rabe,…
This version of traditional meatballs, made with eggplant rather than meat, is a typical Calabrian appetizer and is quite easy to prepare.Ingredients:1 lb eggplant1 egg1 cup italian breadcrumbs¼ cup chopped parsley2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons chopped basil1 ¾ oz pecorino cheese, gratedVegetable oilSalt and pepperChivesTomato sauce, optionalInstructions:Peel the eggplants, cut them in half, put them…
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Ingredients:2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 small yellow onion, finely chopped5 slices white bread, crusts removed and torn into pieces (about 3 cups)1 cup whole milk1 pound ground chuck beef1 pound ground pork1 pound ground veal1 pound whole-milk ricotta1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish1/3 cup chopped flat leaf parsley1 tablespoon chopped oregano2 teaspoons…
EFFORT: NOT MUCH PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES COOK TIME: 6 HOURS KEEPS ON WARM: 1 HOUR The ingredient list is designed for use in a medium (4- to 5 1/2-quart) slow cooker. See the cook’s notes for ingredient lists for small (2- to 3 1/2-quart) and large (6- to 8-quart) models.Ingredients:3 tablespoons Italian-seasoned tomato paste3…
Ingredients:2 pounds sweet Italian sausage, casing removed1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 Japanese eggplant, cut into 1/4-inch dice1 cup plus 4 liters inexpensive red wine2 cups basic tomato sauce2 tablespoons salt1 1/2 pounds gemelli pasta1/2 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly gratedInstructions:Using your hands, form the sausage into balls about the size…
Americans enjoyed most of the food at the scores of Italian restaurants that opened in the twenties, but they couldn’t understand the appeal of spaghetti and tomato sauce: Where was the meat? To accommodate, the restaurants began to top the pasta with meatballs. This recipe takes the dish a step further by adding the Sicilian…
Ingredients:Tomato-mint sauce2 pounds ground lamb3 cups cubed crusty white italian bread, crusts removed, dipped in water1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1 large egg2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, plus 1/4 cup for garnish2 tablespoons coarse salt1 teaspoon chopped fresh oreganoPinch of freshly ground black pepper1/2 cup heavy cream2 tablespoons…
Ingredients:olive oil3 cups (1/2-inch pieces) crusty white Italian bread, crusts removed1 cup whole milk1 pound ground veal1 pound ground beef (80 percent lean)1 pound ground pork1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 medium onion, minced (about 3/4 cup)1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano leaves1 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for…
Redolent of garlic and saffron, these tiny meatballs are a sure hit at any tapas party.Ingredients:8 ounces ground pork8 ounces ground veal4 tablespoons chopped fresh italian parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1 large egg, beaten to blend1 1/2-inch-thick slice french bread, crust removed, soaked in water 3 minutes and squeezed dry1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground black…
Ingredients:2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil½ chopped sweet yellow onion3 cloves chopped garlic1 cup very finely chopped carrots1 cup chopped crimini brown mushrooms2 28-oz cans Italian plum tomatoes (get San Marzano brand if possible)¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley¼ cup chopped fresh basil3 Tbsp tomato paste concentrate in tube¼ cup grated parmesan-romano cheese blendSalt to…
This light, healthy dish found across the Mediterranean is the ideal summer salad. While pine nuts and sumac are not traditional, they add extra crunch and a lemony zip. Serve this tabbouleh alongside some lamb meatballs for a tasty dinner. What to buy: You can find ground sumac in Middle Eastern markets or by mail…
TipHow to Pick Lamb Lamb is readily available in most supermarkets. The freshest lamb will have soft pink and red flesh with marbling throughout. Avoid anything that looks grey in color. Read More 1 of 6 Next: How to Freeze Lamb TipHow to Freeze Lamb Wrap the lamb in it in its original packaging, airtight,…
Here’s an excellent reason to make a beeline for the ground-chicken section of the meat department: moist, flavorful meatballs speckled with pancetta and glazed with tomato paste. These are wonderful made with white or dark meat.Ingredients:3 red bell peppers, cut into strips1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar1/8…
Here’s an excellent reason to make a beeline for the ground-chicken section of the meat department: moist, flavorful meatballs speckled with pancetta and glazed with tomato paste. These are wonderful made with white or dark meat.Ingredients:3 red bell peppers, cut into strips1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar1/8…
Ingredients:3 cups cubed crusty white Italian bread, crusts removed1 pound ground veal1 pound ground beef1 pound ground pork1 large egg1/2 onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley1/4 cup chopped fresh basil1 1/2 cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheesePinch of oreganocoarse salt2 cups Basic Tomato Sauce1 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese1 1/2 teaspoons coarse saltground black…
Ingredients:3 pounds Lean ground beef1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Ground oregano1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Dried parsley crushed1 clv garlic, chopped1 ounce package Dry onion soup mix2 cups Italian-style bread crumbs3 jar Spaghetti sauce (28 ounces)Instructions:Preheat oven to 350 F. (175 C). Lightly grease a 10 x 15-inch jelly-roll pan.In a large mixing bowl, combine…
TipHow to Pick Ground Beef The possibilities with ground beef are seemingly endless, though you’ll probably want to pay the most attention to cost and fat content. Naturally, the lower the fat content, the higher the price. A leaner meat; however, may not taste as moist and flavorful, so keep that in mind if you’re…