Chimi-Verde Chicken Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast or tenders cut into 1” pieces 1/4 cup olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 1 bell pepper, seeded and diced 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chopped kale Kosher salt and ground black pepper 1/2 cup Freak Flag Organics, Chimi-Verde Sauce 1/2 cup reserved pasta water 1 lb spaghetti Directions:Continue reading “Chimi-Verde Chicken Spaghetti”

Braised Pork Shoulder with Winter Vegetables

Ingredients: Kosher saltOne 3- to 4-pound boneless pork shoulder5 oz diced pancetta2 sprigs plus 6 leaves fresh sage6 cloves garlic2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2” pieces1 rutabaga, peeled and cut into 2” pieces1 turnip, peeled and cut into 2” pieces1 large yellow onion, quartered 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon miso paste 5 cupsContinue reading “Braised Pork Shoulder with Winter Vegetables”

Spaghetti with Hot Soppressata and Beef Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons EVOO5 ounces hot Soppressata or good-quality pepperoni, casing removed, grated with a box grater1 pound ground beefKosher salt and freshly ground pepper4 cloves garlic, minced1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, very finely chopped1 bay leaf1 carrot, peeled and grated1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons tomato paste2 cup chicken stock, dividedOne 28 ounce can whole peeledContinue reading “Spaghetti with Hot Soppressata and Beef Sauce”

Spaghetti with Turkey Ragú

Ingredients: 16 oz. spaghetti1 large onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 large carrot, peeled and diced1 lb. ground turkeyKosher saltFreshly ground black pepper1 cup chicken broth1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes2 tbsp. freshly chopped rosemaryFreshly chopped parsley, for garnishFreshly grated Parmesan, for garnish Directions: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti according to packageContinue reading “Spaghetti with Turkey Ragú”

The Best Bolognese

Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped1 celery stalk, chopped1 small carrot, peeled, chopped3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil1 lb. ground beef chuckKosher salt⅓ cup tomato paste1 bay leafPinch of finely grated nutmeg3 cups chicken stock1 cup whole milk1 lb. tagliatelle or pappardelle2 oz. finely grated Parmesan (about ½ cup), plus more for serving Directions: Pulse onion, celery,Continue reading “The Best Bolognese”

Leftover Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked turkey meat, cut into 1″ pieces Kosher salt and ground black pepper1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped2 stalks celery, chopped 1 tsp. freshly chopped thyme leaves1 tsp. freshly chopped sage2 (10.5-oz.) cans cream of chicken soup 1 c. milk3 cups leftover stuffingContinue reading “Leftover Turkey and Stuffing Casserole”

Italian Stallion Burger

Ingredients: 1.5 lbs 80/20 ground beef4 slices mortadella4 slices salami4 slices mozzarella4 hamburger buns2 Tbsp butter1 Tbsp olive oilKosher salt1 vine ripe tomato, sliced1 yellow onion, slicedIceberg lettuceDill pickle chipsFreak Flag Organics, Beet Ketchup Directions: Form ground beef into 4 equal rounds. Generously season the top with kosher salt. Heat large skillet over medium heat.Continue reading “Italian Stallion Burger”

Taco Stuffed Acorn Squash

Ingredients: 2 acorn squash, halved lengthwise and seededOlive oilKosher salt and Ground black pepperPaprika to season1/2 yellow onion, dicedSmall bell pepper (any color), diced3 cloves garlic, minced1 lb ground beef6 oz pork chorizo1 tsp cumin1 tsp coriander1/2 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp Mexican oregano1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed andContinue reading “Taco Stuffed Acorn Squash”

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Kale Pesto

Ingredients: 2 medium spaghetti squasholive oilKosher salt and ground black pepper1 lb ground Italian sausage (medium or hot)1 medium yellow onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced1 jar Freak Flag Organics, Kale Pesto2 cups chopped kale1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese1/2 cup shredded fontina cheeseShredded (or grated) parmesan cheeseItalian parsley, chopped for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400Continue reading “Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Kale Pesto”

Pappa al Pomodoro

Ingredients: 1 small yellow onion, chopped 3 Tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups prepared tomatoes (see step 1) 3 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn 4 cups stale Italian bread, crust removed and cut into cubes Kosher salt & ground black pepper Good extra virgin olive oil and groundContinue reading “Pappa al Pomodoro”