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Meatball Stew
This recipe comes from my wife's grandmother, Dora D'Ottaviano. This dish is one of her many specialties, and one that my wife would forever brag about. We've been making this dish on our own for quite a few years now. It makes for a nice, warm and hearty Sunday meal, especially on a cold winter's day. It can be cooked in either a stove-top pot or a slow cooker* and goes great with a nice glass of wine or beer and a loaf of crusty Italian bread.
Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 30 Minutes |
These potatoes go great with almost any meat you would think to pair them with. They are extremely simple to prepare and the longest part is the cooking time. Set them in the oven and basically forget about them for about 20-25 minutes. This allows you…
Lasagna
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| Prep Time: | 30 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 30 Minutes |
Before my Mom was too busy with work and other activities, she used to have more time to cook. She would make this amazing lasagna from scratch, and I remember the incredible smell filling the entire house. This recipe became a staple around Christmas b…
Tortellini Salad with Prosciutto and Spinach
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 10 Minutes |
This tortellini salad is great for an outdoor picnic or a light lunch indoors as well. The tangy dressing really gives it some kick, while the prosciutto adds some saltiness. Creamy ricotta tops it off and makes this a delightful salad that is quick and…
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
Mashed potatoes are one of the favorite side dishes ever created. You can serve them with almost anything, cover them with cheese, gravy, or just eat them plain. You can whip them up with skins on, or make the traditional skin off kind. There are so ma…
Chicken a l'orange
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
I am always looking for new chicken recipes, especially if they are uncomplicated and fast. This is a favorite recipe from an old family friend that is quick, easy, and delicious!
Friday Night Pizza!
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
This is a simple, inexpensive way to begin your weekend with a pizza that tastes gourmet and is quite sure to please! Enjoy!
Lemon Orzo
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
Bright with the flavor of lemon, this side dish made with Orzo, a classic Greek pasta, is very simple to make.
Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
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| Prep Time: | 20 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 40 Minutes |
This is a recipe I made up when I lived in England. The local supermarket had a gorgeous selection of mushrooms! Although you can use button mushrooms, I love using a mix of oyster, crimini, shitake and button!
Refried Beans ~ a low fat healthy version
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| Prep Time: | 0 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 10 Minutes |
Frijoles refritos(refried beans), are beans that are fried with oil/fat, mashed and then refried again. That's the meaning of refrito- twice fried. Refried beans in Mexico are traditionally cooked or fried in lard. I know it's sounds gross and fatty, but…
Bean Burritos ~ Simple Fast and easy
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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Ricotta-Spinach Stuffed Eggplants
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
This ricotta and spinach stuffed eggplant was inspired by Moussaka-filled Eggplants. It can be served as a vegetarian starter or main dish. Ricotta cheese can be substituted with cottage cheese or paneer.
Three Cheese s Macaroni Casserole
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
This is easy Mac & Cheese recipe that taste very gourmet.
Vegetable Quiche
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 40 Minutes |
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Nutella Stuffed French Toast
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
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My boyfriend is a huge fan of french toast. As early on as our first conversations he’s been talking about french toast constantly. I hadn’t made french toast in such a long time so I had to re-learn the art of french toast just for him. I encountered…
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
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Quick n Easy Potato Broccoli soup
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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I never make broccoli cheese soup. I use to make it for my husband until I was pregnant and got very sick eating it. I tried several times to make it but the smell got to me. Weird thing is I love broccoli and eat it whenever I can. Today I was pulling…
Warm Tuna Casserole
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 10 Minutes |
A simple recipe to make when you are crunched for time and on a tight budget. It should feed up to a family of 5 and makes great leftovers too. My Dad used to make this for us kids all the time growing up and we loved it. He used to top it off with crushe…
Ham and Swiss Quiche
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 45 Minutes |
I have loved quiche since I was a child, and now as an adult, I love it even more for it's versatility. You can make so many variations of quiche but this one is my favorite because of the classic flavors. Throw in any other additions that you would lik…
Stuffed Mushrooms
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
My Aunt taught me how to make these delicious stuffed mushrooms a few years ago. Anytime we have a family gathering we all fight over them because they are so delicious. Try them and you will see how addicting they are. You may need rehab for these fab…
Wedge Salad
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| Prep Time: | 30 Minutes |
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This wedge salad is crisp and refreshing. The green apples gives some tartness, the bacon adds the salt, and the blue cheese adds some bite. The creamy garlic dressing is easy to make and really ties everything together. This salad can be a meal in it…
Cherry Pineapple Crisp
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 55 Minutes |
My sister's recipe which she affectionately calls “Dump Cake”, tastes great and is super simple to make. Try it with different fruits or even different cake mixes. The possibilities are endless. Serve with ice cream or by itself. Careful, you may…
Baked Potato Soup
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 20 Minutes |
On a cold winter night, who doesn't love to curl up on the couch with a warm bowl of soup? This is the ultimate comfort food. Creamy and satisfying, this soup can be a a great starter to any meal, or serve it by itself with some bread or crackers. Eith…
Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 11 Minutes |
Here is a simple side dish to make to go with any meal. These green beans are crisp and full of flavor. Toss in some other vegetables too, if you like. For those of you watching your waistband, this recipe is healthy as well. Fast and healthy, what a…
Peanut Butter Cookies
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 15 Minutes |
This is a simple recipe, but a great one. These chewy peanut butter cookies have been a favorite of mine since I was a child. My Mom would make these and I remember the house filling with the delicious smell. She would serve them up with some cold milk…
