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…