Category Archive: Italian

Quick Tomato-Stewed Zucchini with Basil and Garlic

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Quick Tomato-Stewed Zucchini with Basil and Garlic 2 tsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomato 1 lb zucchini thinly sliced 1/2 tsp dried basil salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1. Place oil and garlic in a medium size skillet over high heat. When the garlic …

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Prosciutto Wrapped Mini Turkey Meatloaves Honey Mustard Glaze

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A basic meat loaf recipe that starts with lean ground turkey, traditional saltine cracker crumbs and Greek  yogurt to add moisture and additional protein. Form into individual loaves and bathe each bundle in honey mustard for a touch of sweetness. The crowning touch is to wrap each bundle in a thin slice of prosciutto. Brilliant! These …

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Garden Chicken Cacciatore over Polenta – Slow Cooker WWPP 4

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The sauce is a nice balance of tomato, bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, carrots and celery. Using canned tomatoes that are already seasoned with basil, oregano and garlic cuts down on the amount of seasoning required. Red wine and balsamic vinegar add depth of flavor which you sometimes need in a slow cooker recipe. The herbs …

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Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup

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Turkey Italian sausage is the basis for this flavorful, hearty soup. Per usual I had to make my own adjustments and swaps using what I had on hand. For instance I used drained canned tomatoes instead of fresh chopped, added a little more liquid and the addition of chopped spinach to up the nutrients. The …

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Last Minute Lasagna

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This unusual lasagna recipe uses frozen raviolis instead of traditional noodles, marinara sauce, frozen spinach, Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese. What’s not to like? My family had their doubts until they tasted it – oh yes – it was a hit! Not everyone loves spinach so I only used spinach on half the dish. Last Minute Lasagna 1 …

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