Chicken Ragú with Tagliatelle

Ingredients: 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 large shallot, chopped 1 small stalk celery with leafy top, chopped 1 small carrot, peeled and grated 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper 2 sprigs fresh rosemary leaves stripped and finely chopped (about 1 tbsp.) 1 bay leaf 2 tbsp. tomato paste A pinch of nutmeg 1 cupContinue reading “Chicken Ragú with Tagliatelle”

Banh Mi Rice Bowls

Ingredient: Meat 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 pound chicken breasts, thinly sliced Kosher salt and ground black pepper 3 green onions, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon sriracha 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar Bowls 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice 2 cups matchstick carrots 2 cups daikon, cut intoContinue reading “Banh Mi Rice Bowls”

Spicy Beef and Herb Noodles

Ingredients: 8 oz fresh Chinese rice noodles 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 lb ground beef 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (1 in piece) fresh ginger, grated 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus more for serving 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus more forContinue reading “Spicy Beef and Herb Noodles”

Potato and Leek Soup

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, chopped 2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 1/2 cups frozen peas (do not thaw) Directions: 1.Continue reading “Potato and Leek Soup”

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni 1 (2 pound) lobster, split 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 small shallot, chopped 10 black peppercorns 2 cups milk 5 tablespoons butter 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 pound shredded Gruyere cheese 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 1 cup grated RomanoContinue reading “Lobster Mac and Cheese”

Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. butter 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 c. low-sodium chicken stock 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar Directions: •Continue reading “Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Brussels Sprouts”

Dan Dan Noodles

Ingredients: 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons sesame oil 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (more depending on preferred spice level) 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin sauce (make sure to use GF, if needed) 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 3 tablespoons tahini 8 ounces Chinese styleContinue reading “Dan Dan Noodles”

Herbed Beef Stroganoff

We have an egg allergy in my house so I can’t use egg noodles which is the usual pasta used for stroganoff. Also, gluten free noodles and gluten free flour can be used to make this a gluten free recipe! ❤️ Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked noodles 1 pound ground beef 2 tablespoons extra virgin oliveContinue reading “Herbed Beef Stroganoff”

Pumpkin Sausage and Pesto Cheese Stuffed Shells

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 pound ground spicy Italian turkey sausage 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree 1 cup reserved pasta water 1 cup whole milk 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes kosher salt and pepper 1 pound jumbo shells 16 ounces wholeContinue reading “Pumpkin Sausage and Pesto Cheese Stuffed Shells”

Pasta with Sausage, Chard, and Parsnips

Ingredients: Salt and pepper 3/4 pound orecchiette (or any short cut pasta) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground Italian sausage 1 yellow onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds (halved if large) 1 bunch Swiss chard, tough stems and ribs removed, thinly sliced 1/2 cup gratedContinue reading “Pasta with Sausage, Chard, and Parsnips”