Sausage and Mushroom Ragú with Pappardelle

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons salted butter5 garlic cloves, minced1 (12 oz) bag Trader Joe’s Mushroom Medley or 1 pound portabello mushrooms, stems removed1 large shallot, halved and thinly sliced1 pound ground pork1 tsp Italian seasoning1/2 tsp cracked fennel seeds1/2 teaspoon cinnamonKosher salt and ground black pepper3 cups low-sodium chicken broth1 14½-ounce can crushed tomatoes12 ounces driedContinue reading “Sausage and Mushroom Ragú with Pappardelle”

Puerto Rican Spaghetti

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil6 large chicken thighsKosher salt and ground black pepper1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced1 yellow onion, thinly sliced4 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons tomato paste1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes2 bay leaves1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper1/2 cup chopped cilantro1 pound spaghetti Directions: 1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oilContinue reading “Puerto Rican Spaghetti”

One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 pound chicken breasts kosher salt and pepper 1 lemon, sliced 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup orzo pasta 3 cups low sodium chicken broth 1/2 a bunch kale, roughly chopped Crumbled feta cheese Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 2. HeatContinue reading “One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo”

Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Broccoli

Ingredient: 1/4 cup soy sauce 3 Tbsp honey 2 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil 2 Tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp Sriracha 8oz spaghetti 3 cups fresh broccoli florets 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into small strips (about 1 1/2-inches) 1 1/2 Tbsp canola or vegetable oil 3 garlic cloves 1 Tbsp ginger, grated 1Continue reading “Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Broccoli”

Chicken, Leek, and Pea Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter , plus extra for greasing 8 oz spaghetti pasta olive oil 2 leeks, cut into half moons and washed 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 cup chicken stock 1 cup frozen peas 2 cooked chicken breasts, diced 1 cup milk 1/3 cup ricotta cheese 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Directions: 1. PreheatContinue reading “Chicken, Leek, and Pea Pasta Bake”

Spaghetti Bolognese with Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1 lb Ground Beef 10 oz Spaghetti 1 8-Ounce Can Tomato Sauce 6 oz Brussels Sprouts, halved 3-4 cloves Garlic, minced 2 Carrots, peeled and diced 1 Yellow Onion, diced 1/2 bunch Parsley, chopped 2 sprigs Rosemary, stemmed and chopped 2 Tbsps olive oil 1/4 cup Grated Pecorino Cheese 1/2 jar Tomato Pesto byContinue reading “Spaghetti Bolognese with Brussels Sprouts”

Garlicky Chicken and Green Bean Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1” pieces 8 oz. Spaghetti ¼ Cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 4 Cloves Garlic, minced Red Chili Flakes, a few pinches to taste 6 oz. Green Beans, chopped on a diagonal Salt & Pepper, to taste Freshly Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese, optional for topping Directions: 1. Bring a largeContinue reading “Garlicky Chicken and Green Bean Pasta”

Braised Beef Short Ribs Cavatappi

Ingredients: 2 lbs bone in beef short ribs 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 yellow onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, smashed 1 can diced tomatoes 2 cups chicken or beef broth Salt and pepper Olive oil 1 lb cavatappi or any other pasta Parmigiano Reggiano, freshly grated, for garnish Directions: 1.Continue reading “Braised Beef Short Ribs Cavatappi”

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”

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”