Rich & Creamy Lasagna Lasagna is a traditional Italian dish that consists of layers of pasta, meat, cheese, and sauce. It is known for its rich flavors and hearty texture. Great for large family meals and gatherings. Ingredients Pasta: 2- 16oz boxes boil lasagna For the sauce: 2 – 28oz cans crushed tomatoes 1 – 12oz can tomato paste 4 cloves garlic chopped Extra virgin Olive oil Salt Black pepper Red pepper flakes 12 fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup white wine 4 tablespoons sugar For the filling: 48 oz Polly-O Ricotta cheese 2 large fresh mozzarella – shredded 1 egg […]
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Hearty Beef Stew This is and was a dinner staple in our house. This is a great one pot, meat and potato dish. This dish can be made 1 to 2 days in advance, the longer it sits the better it flavors. Ingredients 3 lbs cubed beef 1 large onion – chopped 1 head celery – chopped 1 bunch carrots- chopped 3 sweet potatoes chopped 3 white potatoes cut 2 -15oz cans peas 1 – 8oz can huts tomato sauce Extra virgin olive oil to cover bottom of the pan 3/4 cup red wine 2 beef bouillon cubes Salt and […]
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Escarole and Beans This dish is a staple in our house. It combines escarole with cannellini beans to create a hearty stew like meal. We love it flavored with pork products like sausage or pork chops. For a very hearty dish you can add a small pasta like ditalini or elbows. Serve it as a main dish with hot Italian bread or as a side dish or starter. Ingredients 4 heads escaroleExtra virgin olive oil4 cloves garlicSaltBlack pepperRed pepper flakes8 Italian sausages2 -13oz cans cannellini beans1 – 8 oz can Hunts tomato sauce2 – 32 oz containers chicken broth3/4 cup […]
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Eggplant Parmigiana This is a classic dish, rich in taste, texture and layers. This is a versatile dish, great for large or small gatherings. Can be served as a main dish, side dish or in an Italian hero. Try to find the freshest mozzarella for the best taste. Ingredients 2 large eggplants salt black pepper flour for coating breadcrumbs 2 eggs milk 4 fresh mozzarella balls 2 cup Grated cheese 12 basil leaves For sauce: 2 cans crushed tomatoes 1 can tomato paste 1 cup white wine 4 tablespoons sugar salt black pepper red pepper flakes 4 cloves garlic chopped […]
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Eggplant Caponata This dish is a traditional Sicilian dish. It consists of diced eggplant along with an assortment of vegetables such as onions, bell peppers , celery and tomatoes. It is rich in flavor with just the right amount of sweet from the raisins and salty from the capers. Serves up well with an antipasto platter or cold cut platter. Ingredients Ingredients: 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil 2 medium eggplants – diced 1 onion chopped 2 celery ribs – chopped 3 garlic cloves – chopped 1 cup pitted green olives 3 tbs capers 2/3 cup red vinegar 2 tbs […]
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Chicken Cacciatore This is Aunt Linda’s famous recipe and her go to dish for large group dinners. It’s a delicious hearty, flavorful dish that serves up well with pasta or seasonal vegetables and roasted potatoes. This is definitely a crowd pleaser. Ingredients 1 – 28 oz can San Marzano tomatoes8 chicken thighs4 chicken breastsExtra virgin olive oil1 large onion choppedSaltBlack pepper3 cloves garlic chopped4 large bay leaves1 cup white wine Directions In a large skillet add olive oil, onion and garlic. Sauté chicken over medium heat till brown. Add salt, pepper, bay leaf, tomato, and wine. Let sauté for about […]
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