shrimp lemon pepper linguini

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup white
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• salt to taste
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine, and cook for 9 to 13 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and saute garlic about 1 minute. mix in chicken broth, , lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is reduced by about 1/2.
• mix shrimp, butter, parsley, and basil into the saucepan. cook 2 to 3 minutes, until shrimp is opaque. stir in the cooked linguine, and continue cooking 2 minutes, until well coated.

Pesto Chicken Florentine

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 (4.5 ounce) package dry alfredo sauce mix
• 2 tablespoons pesto
• 1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 1 tablespoon grated romano cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. add garlic, saute for 1 minute; then add chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. when chicken is close to being cooked through (no longer pink inside), add spinach and saute all together for 3 to 4 minutes.
• meanwhile, prepare alfredo sauce according to package directions. when finished, stir in 2 tablespoons pesto; set aside.
• in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. rinse under cold water and drain.
• add chicken/spinach mixture to pasta, then stir in pesto/alfredo sauce. mix well, top with cheese and serve.

slow-cooked beef loin tri-tip roast

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed, divided
• 2 1/4 pounds seasoned beef loin tri-tip roast
• 1 yellow onion, halved and sliced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 beef bouillon cube
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pinch adobo seasoning (such as goya®), or more to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs 25 mins

Ready Time: 4 hrs 35 mins


• coat the inside of a slow cooker with about 1 tablespoon olive oil.
• coat the inside of a skillet with about 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. cook roast in the hot oil until browned, about 5 minutes per side. cook and stir onion in the hot oil during the last 5 minutes of browning the roast. transfer roast to the slow cooker, reserving onion in the skillet.
• pour water over onion; crumble bouillon cube into water. add garlic and adobo seasoning to onion mixture; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. pour mixture over roast.
• cook on high until meat is cooked through and tender, about 4 hours.

easy classic goulash

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 2 large yellow onions, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 cup sofrito sauce (such as goya®)
• 3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
• 3 bay leaves
• 2 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• heat a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. cook and stir beef in the hot pot until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain and discard grease. stir onion and garlic into beef; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
• stir tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, sofrito, worcestershire sauce, italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and bay leaves into beef mixture. bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 20 minutes.
• pour macaroni into beef mixture, cover the pot, and continue simmering until pasta is tender and flavors are completely blended, about 25 minutes. discard bay leaves.

spinach tomato tortellini

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) package cheese tortellini
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil. add the tortellini, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
• while you get the tortellini going, combine the tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir until the mixture begins to bubble.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk and cream. stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the parmesan cheese. heat through, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 2 minutes.
• drain the tortellini, but do not rinse, then pour them into the saucepan with the sauce. stir to coat, and serve.

Alfredo Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium low heat. add cream and simmer for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cheese and whisk quickly, heating through. stir in parsley and serve.

shrimp lemon pepper linguini

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup white
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• salt to taste
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine, and cook for 9 to 13 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and saute garlic about 1 minute. mix in chicken broth, , lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is reduced by about 1/2.
• mix shrimp, butter, parsley, and basil into the saucepan. cook 2 to 3 minutes, until shrimp is opaque. stir in the cooked linguine, and continue cooking 2 minutes, until well coated.

Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
• 6 tablespoons butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1 pound fettuccini pasta
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 8 ounces shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
• 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a large skillet over medium heat combine chicken, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cloves garlic, and italian seasoning. cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. remove from skillet and set aside.
• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in the skillet. saute onion, 2 cloves garlic, and mushrooms until onions are transparent. stir in flour, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes. slowly add milk and half-and-half, stirring until smooth and creamy. stir in parmesan and colby-monterey jack cheeses; stir until cheese is melted. stir in chicken mixture, tomatoes and sour cream. serve over cooked fettuccini.

Pizza Casserole

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni sausage
• 16 ounces pizza sauce
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• cook noodles according to package directions.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, garlic and green bell pepper. drain excess fat. stir in the noodles, pepperoni, pizza sauce and milk, and mix well. pour this mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 20 minutes, top with the cheese, then bake for 5 to 10 more minutes.

marinated flank steak

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup red vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds flank steak

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 6 hrs 25 mins


• in a medium bowl, mix the oil, soy sauce, vinegar, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic, and ground black pepper. place meat in a shallow glass dish. pour marinade over the steak, turning meat to coat thoroughly. cover, and refrigerate for 6 hours.
• preheat grill for medium-high heat.
• oil the grill grate. place steaks on the grill, and discard the marinade. grill meat for 5 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.

Weeknight Slow Cooker Chuck Roast

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (4 pound) beef chuck roast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 yellow onions, quartered
• 3 cloves garlic, or more to taste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 3 bay leaves
• 3 sprigs thyme, chopped

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 7 hrs

Ready Time: 7 hrs 15 mins


• season beef chuck roast with sea salt and black pepper; put into the crock of a slow cooker with onion quarters and garlic cloves. pour beef broth and vegetable broth over the roast. lay bay leaves and thyme atop the roast.
• cook on low for 7 to 8 hours.

Pesto Chicken Florentine

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 (4.5 ounce) package dry alfredo sauce mix
• 2 tablespoons pesto
• 1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 1 tablespoon grated romano cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. add garlic, saute for 1 minute; then add chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. when chicken is close to being cooked through (no longer pink inside), add spinach and saute all together for 3 to 4 minutes.
• meanwhile, prepare alfredo sauce according to package directions. when finished, stir in 2 tablespoons pesto; set aside.
• in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. rinse under cold water and drain.
• add chicken/spinach mixture to pasta, then stir in pesto/alfredo sauce. mix well, top with cheese and serve.

Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 4 ounces linguine pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips
• 2 teaspoons seasoning
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 green onion, minced
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, place chicken and seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
• in a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
• in a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.

peppered shrimp alfredo

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 pound portobello mushrooms, diced
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 (15 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
• 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt butter together with the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. stir in onion, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. stir in garlic, red pepper, and mushroom; cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 2 minutes more.
• stir in the shrimp, and cook until firm and pink, then pour in alfredo sauce, romano cheese, and cream; bring to a simmer stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes. season with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. stir drained pasta into the sauce, and serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.

spinach tomato tortellini

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) package cheese tortellini
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil. add the tortellini, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
• while you get the tortellini going, combine the tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir until the mixture begins to bubble.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk and cream. stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the parmesan cheese. heat through, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 2 minutes.
• drain the tortellini, but do not rinse, then pour them into the saucepan with the sauce. stir to coat, and serve.

Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 4 ounces linguine pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips
• 2 teaspoons seasoning
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 green onion, minced
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, place chicken and seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
• in a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
• in a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.

Barbacoa Meat

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 3 pounds beef cheek meat
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cups water, or more as needed
• 1/2 yellow onion, halved and thickly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 7 hrs

Ready Time: 11 hrs 10 mins


• coat beef cheek meat with olive oil. rub salt, cumin, and pepper into meat. wrap meat in aluminum foil and refrigerate, 4 hours to overnight.
• pour water into a slow cooker.
• arrange onion and garlic around beef cheek meat in the aluminum foil. wrap foil tightly around meat and vegetables. add a second sheet of aluminum foil around meat mixture, sealing tightly; place in the slow cooker.
• cook on low, adding more water if it has evaporated, until meat is very tender, 7 to 8 hours. remove foil packet from slow cooker and shred meat using 2 forks.

Pizza Casserole

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni sausage
• 16 ounces pizza sauce
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• cook noodles according to package directions.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, garlic and green bell pepper. drain excess fat. stir in the noodles, pepperoni, pizza sauce and milk, and mix well. pour this mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 20 minutes, top with the cheese, then bake for 5 to 10 more minutes.

lamb chops for the slow cooker

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 boneless lamb chops
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 6 hrs

Ready Time: 6 hrs 5 mins


• place lamb chops in slow cooker. combine remaining ingredients and pour over lamb chops.
• cook on low setting for 6 hours, until internal temperature of lamb has reached 145 degrees f (63 degrees c).

peanut butter noodles

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces udon noodles
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil. add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. drain.
• meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. add noodles, and toss to coat. garnish with green onions and peanuts.

Pesto Chicken Florentine

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 (4.5 ounce) package dry alfredo sauce mix
• 2 tablespoons pesto
• 1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 1 tablespoon grated romano cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. add garlic, saute for 1 minute; then add chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. when chicken is close to being cooked through (no longer pink inside), add spinach and saute all together for 3 to 4 minutes.
• meanwhile, prepare alfredo sauce according to package directions. when finished, stir in 2 tablespoons pesto; set aside.
• in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. rinse under cold water and drain.
• add chicken/spinach mixture to pasta, then stir in pesto/alfredo sauce. mix well, top with cheese and serve.

peanut butter noodles

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces udon noodles
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil. add noodles and cook until tender according to package directions. drain.
• meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. cook over medium heat until peanut butter melts and is heated through. add noodles, and toss to coat. garnish with green onions and peanuts.

spinach tomato tortellini

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) package cheese tortellini
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil. add the tortellini, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
• while you get the tortellini going, combine the tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir until the mixture begins to bubble.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk and cream. stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the parmesan cheese. heat through, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 2 minutes.
• drain the tortellini, but do not rinse, then pour them into the saucepan with the sauce. stir to coat, and serve.

peppered shrimp alfredo

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 pound portobello mushrooms, diced
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 (15 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
• 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt butter together with the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. stir in onion, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. stir in garlic, red pepper, and mushroom; cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 2 minutes more.
• stir in the shrimp, and cook until firm and pink, then pour in alfredo sauce, romano cheese, and cream; bring to a simmer stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes. season with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. stir drained pasta into the sauce, and serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.

Chipotle Crusted Lamb Tenderloin

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons chipotle chile powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 (3/4 pound) lamb tenderloins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat grill for medium-high heat.
• in a large resealable plastic bag, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, chipotle chile powder, salt, and brown sugar. place tenderloins in bag and shake, coating meat evenly. refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes.
• lightly oil grill grate, and arrange meat on grate. cook for 20 minutes, turning meat every 5 minutes. remove from grill, let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
• 6 tablespoons butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1 pound fettuccini pasta
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 8 ounces shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
• 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a large skillet over medium heat combine chicken, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cloves garlic, and italian seasoning. cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. remove from skillet and set aside.
• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in the skillet. saute onion, 2 cloves garlic, and mushrooms until onions are transparent. stir in flour, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes. slowly add milk and half-and-half, stirring until smooth and creamy. stir in parmesan and colby-monterey jack cheeses; stir until cheese is melted. stir in chicken mixture, tomatoes and sour cream. serve over cooked fettuccini.

peppered shrimp alfredo

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 pound portobello mushrooms, diced
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 (15 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
• 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt butter together with the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. stir in onion, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. stir in garlic, red pepper, and mushroom; cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 2 minutes more.
• stir in the shrimp, and cook until firm and pink, then pour in alfredo sauce, romano cheese, and cream; bring to a simmer stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes. season with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. stir drained pasta into the sauce, and serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.

spinach tomato tortellini

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) package cheese tortellini
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil. add the tortellini, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
• while you get the tortellini going, combine the tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir until the mixture begins to bubble.
• in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk and cream. stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the parmesan cheese. heat through, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 2 minutes.
• drain the tortellini, but do not rinse, then pour them into the saucepan with the sauce. stir to coat, and serve.

shrimp lemon pepper linguini

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup white
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• salt to taste
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine, and cook for 9 to 13 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and saute garlic about 1 minute. mix in chicken broth, , lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is reduced by about 1/2.
• mix shrimp, butter, parsley, and basil into the saucepan. cook 2 to 3 minutes, until shrimp is opaque. stir in the cooked linguine, and continue cooking 2 minutes, until well coated.

Penne Pasta With Spinach And Bacon

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 bunch fresh spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add the penne pasta, and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. place bacon in the skillet, and cook until browned and crisp. add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute. stir in the tomatoes, and cook until heated through.
• place the spinach into a colander, and drain the hot pasta over it so it is wilted. transfer to a large serving bowl, and toss with the remaining olive oil, and the bacon and tomato mixture.

chef john's pasta primavera

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 bunch fresh basil
• 3 cups chicken broth, divided
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 pound fettuccine pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
• 2 pinches salt
• 2 zucchinis, diced
• 1 cup chopped sugar snap peas
• 1/2 cup shelled english peas
• 1 bunch asparagus, stalks diced, tips left whole
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, or as needed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. hold basil bunch by the stems and dip basil leaves in boiling water until bright green, about 2 seconds. immediately immerse basil in ice water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking process. once the basil is cold, drain well. remove basil leaves from stems and discard stems.
• blend basil leaves, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup olive oil, and garlic together in a blender until smooth.
• stir fettuccine into the same pot of boiling water, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. drain.
• heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir leek and green onion in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. add jalapeno and salt; cook and stir until jalapeno is soft, about 5 minutes.
• increase heat to medium-high. stir 2 cups chicken broth, zucchini, sugar snap peas, and english peas into jalapeno mixture; bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. add asparagus and continue cooking until asparagus is soft, about 3 minutes more.
• pour 1/4 cup basil-garlic mixture into zucchini mixture and cook and stir until heated through, about 1 minute. remove from heat.
• place pasta in a large bowl; pour zucchini mixture over pasta and pour remaining basil-garlic mixture over the zucchini mixture. spread parmesan cheese over the top. toss mixture briefly to combine and tightly wrap bowl with aluminum foil. let stand until pasta and vegetables soak up most of the juices and oil, about 5 minutes. toss again.

mexican green chile stew

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 (14.4 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes
• 1 (7 ounce) can chopped green chilies
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cup dry red
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs 15 mins

Ready Time: 3 hrs 35 mins


• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook and stir the beef and lamb until evenly browned on all sides. remove the meat using a slotted spoon and place in a bowl, then set aside. cook and stir the bell pepper and garlic in the same skillet until tender. remove from heat.
• combine the tomatoes, green chiles, parsley, sugar, clove, cumin, and red in a large pot, breaking up the tomatoes using a spoon. bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. stir in the browned beef and lamb along with their juice, then add the cooked green pepper and garlic. cover and continue to cook over low heat for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. remove lid and allow to simmer until sauce is reduced, about 45 minutes.

Lamb A La Steve

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 pounds lamb tenderloin
• 1 (12 ounce) jar orange marmalade
• 1 1/2 cups soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• coat the tenderloin in the orange marmalade. place it in a shallow glass dish. pour the soy sauce into the dish, and add the garlic and fresh cilantro. season with salt and pepper. cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning the meat over occasionally so that it marinates evenly.
• preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
• place the meat over direct heat, and grill for about 12 to 15 minutes on each side. discard marinade. the meat is done when the internal temperature is at 145 degrees f (63 degrees c). remove from grill, and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Pizza Casserole

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni sausage
• 16 ounces pizza sauce
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• cook noodles according to package directions.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, garlic and green bell pepper. drain excess fat. stir in the noodles, pepperoni, pizza sauce and milk, and mix well. pour this mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 20 minutes, top with the cheese, then bake for 5 to 10 more minutes.

Alfredo Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium low heat. add cream and simmer for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cheese and whisk quickly, heating through. stir in parsley and serve.

Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 4 ounces linguine pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips
• 2 teaspoons seasoning
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 green onion, minced
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, place chicken and seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
• in a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
• in a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.

blazing steak

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds round steak, cubed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 4 habanero peppers, seeded and minced
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons finely grated raw horseradish
• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
• 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup cold water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

Ready Time: 3 hrs


• heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. brown the beef cubes in the hot oil until well browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. stir in the garlic, onion, and minced habanero peppers, cook and stir for a few minutes until the onion has begun to soften.
• stir in the tomato sauce, 1 cup o water, horseradish, hot pepper sauce, vinegar, mustard, seasoned salt, and black pepper. bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the beef begins to turn tender, about 2 hours. stir occasionally.
• dissolve the flour into 2/3 cup of cold water, and stir into the simmering meat. cook until the meat is very tender, and the sauce is thick and smooth, about 30 minutes more.

Pesto Chicken Florentine

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 (4.5 ounce) package dry alfredo sauce mix
• 2 tablespoons pesto
• 1 (8 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 1 tablespoon grated romano cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. add garlic, saute for 1 minute; then add chicken and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. when chicken is close to being cooked through (no longer pink inside), add spinach and saute all together for 3 to 4 minutes.
• meanwhile, prepare alfredo sauce according to package directions. when finished, stir in 2 tablespoons pesto; set aside.
• in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. rinse under cold water and drain.
• add chicken/spinach mixture to pasta, then stir in pesto/alfredo sauce. mix well, top with cheese and serve.

lamb for tamales

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 1 pound lamb butt roast
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 onion
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• 1 bay leaf
• salt to taste
• 8 black peppercorns
• 1 dried red chile pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• trim fat from lamb butt. cut into chunks and place in a large saucepan. add water, onion, garlic, bay leaf, salt, peppercorns and chile pepper. bring to a boil; skim foam from surface. reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour.
• drain broth, let meat cool and shred with a fork. refrigerate overnight if desired.

Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
• 6 tablespoons butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1 pound fettuccini pasta
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 8 ounces shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
• 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a large skillet over medium heat combine chicken, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 cloves garlic, and italian seasoning. cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. remove from skillet and set aside.
• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in the skillet. saute onion, 2 cloves garlic, and mushrooms until onions are transparent. stir in flour, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes. slowly add milk and half-and-half, stirring until smooth and creamy. stir in parmesan and colby-monterey jack cheeses; stir until cheese is melted. stir in chicken mixture, tomatoes and sour cream. serve over cooked fettuccini.

chef john's pasta primavera

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 bunch fresh basil
• 3 cups chicken broth, divided
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 pound fettuccine pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
• 2 pinches salt
• 2 zucchinis, diced
• 1 cup chopped sugar snap peas
• 1/2 cup shelled english peas
• 1 bunch asparagus, stalks diced, tips left whole
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, or as needed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. hold basil bunch by the stems and dip basil leaves in boiling water until bright green, about 2 seconds. immediately immerse basil in ice water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking process. once the basil is cold, drain well. remove basil leaves from stems and discard stems.
• blend basil leaves, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup olive oil, and garlic together in a blender until smooth.
• stir fettuccine into the same pot of boiling water, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. drain.
• heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir leek and green onion in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. add jalapeno and salt; cook and stir until jalapeno is soft, about 5 minutes.
• increase heat to medium-high. stir 2 cups chicken broth, zucchini, sugar snap peas, and english peas into jalapeno mixture; bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. add asparagus and continue cooking until asparagus is soft, about 3 minutes more.
• pour 1/4 cup basil-garlic mixture into zucchini mixture and cook and stir until heated through, about 1 minute. remove from heat.
• place pasta in a large bowl; pour zucchini mixture over pasta and pour remaining basil-garlic mixture over the zucchini mixture. spread parmesan cheese over the top. toss mixture briefly to combine and tightly wrap bowl with aluminum foil. let stand until pasta and vegetables soak up most of the juices and oil, about 5 minutes. toss again.

italian stuffed lamb loin with olive relish

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 3 pounds boneless lamb loin
• 1 cup italian salad dressing
• 1 (10 ounce) can large, pitted black olives, drained and chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) jar spanish olives, drained and chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/4 onion, chopped
• 10 pepperoncini peppers, drained and chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• cracked black pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 4 hrs 15 mins


• place lamb in a shallow dish and coat with italian dressing. cover and refrigerate for two hours.
• for the relish, stir the black olives, green olives, garlic, onion, and peppers together in a bowl; stir in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
• when lamb has finished marinating, preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c).
• slice the lamb loin down the center lengthwise, cutting about 3/4 of the way through to the other side. stuff full with the olive relish. cover and bake in the preheated oven for about 2 hours, or until internal temperature has reached 145 degrees f (63 degrees c).

sweet and sour brisket

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 (3 pound) beef brisket, top cut or thin cut
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
• 2 large onions, thickly sliced
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup dry red
• 1 cup bottled chili sauce
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup apple vinegar
• 1 bay leaf

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs 20 mins

Ready Time: 2 hrs 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• heat vegetable oil in a large dutch oven or heavy roasting pan over medium-high heat; pat brisket dry with paper towels. rub meat with garlic and cracked black pepper and place into the hot oil. brown brisket on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side. remove brisket and set aside.
• reduce heat to medium and cook and stir onions until very browned, about 10 minutes; stir beef broth and red into the dutch oven. scrape up any brown bits and bring the mixture to a simmer.
• stir chili sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and bay leaf into the red mixture; place brisket in the sauce. spoon sauce over the meat and cover the dutch oven.
• bake in the preheated oven until the brisket is tender, 2 to 3 hours. let brisket cool in pan. remove brisket, slice the meat, and return the slices to the pan.
• return to oven and bake until the sauce is bubbling, 10 to 15 minutes.