2 9-ounce packages fresh cheese ravioli1 medium onion, finely diced1 tbsp minced garlic1 cup broccoli florets8 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup dry white wine2/3 cup chicken broth1/2 cup heavy cream1 cup frozen peas, thawed1 cup diced, cooked ham steak1/2 cup prepared pesto1/4 cup grated parmesan cheesesalt and pepper to taste Bring…… Continue Reading
Hearty Reuben Bake
8 slices rye bread, cubed1 lb thinly sliced corned beef, coarsely chopped1 16-ounce can sauerkraut, drained, rinsed and squeezed to remove excess liquid2 cups shredded swiss cheese16 ounce bottle Thousand Island dressing1 tbsp caraway seeds Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread bread cubes over a large baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted.Lightly grease a…… Continue Reading

Shrimp Teriyaki Bowls
2 tbsp olive oil1 lb large shrimp, raw, peeled and deveined1 tbsp minced garlic1 medium onion, coarsely chopped2 carrots, peeled and sliced1 large broccoli crown, cut into small florets1 cup snow peassalt and pepper to taste1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce3 tbsp rice vinegar3 tbsp hoisin sauce1 tsp ground dried ginger2 tbsp corn starch2 tbsp…… Continue Reading

Smoked Sausage and Creamy Cajun Orzo Skillet
olive oil14 oz smoked sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices1/2 onion, diced1 green bell pepper, diced3 cloves garlic, mincedcajun seasoning, to taste (a little goes a long way)1/2 tsp chili powder3 1/2 cups chicken stock1 1/2 cups orzo1/4 cup heavy creamscallions, thinly sliced for garnish Heat olive oil in large skillet, add sliced sausage and…… Continue Reading

Mini Sausage Pancake Muffins
1 lb pork sausage, cooked and drained2 cups pancake mix1 1/4 cups water1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives1/4 cup maple syrup1 tsp vanilla Mix together pancake mix and water until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into mini muffin cups that were sprayed with oil. Bake about 15 minutes…… Continue Reading

Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Roll Ups
12 dry lasagna noodles, cooked per package instructions, drained and dried2 (15 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped2 cups shredded mozzarella1/2 cup grated parmesan1 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper1/2 tsp lemon zestfresh chopped parsley for garnish Spray bottom of a 9×13 baking dish with spray…… Continue Reading

Black Bean and Corn Salsa
2 cans whole kernel corn, drained2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained8 roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 red onion, diced4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped3/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced1/3 cup lime juice2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp cumintortilla chips In a large bowl mix all ingredients (except chips),…… Continue Reading

Meatball Garlic Bread Sliders
Garlic Butter6 tbsp butter, melted2 tsp minced garlic1/2 tsp Italian seasoning1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp seasoned pepper Sliders12 count package Hawaiian Dinner Rolls1 jar marinara sauce12 one-ounce frozen Italian Meatballs, baked per package instructionsshredded mozzarellagrated parmesanchopped fresh parsley Melt butter in sauce pan, add garlic and spices, cook a couple of minutes, set aside. Place dinner…… Continue Reading

Brown Butter Gnocchi with Asparagus, Sage and Prosciutto
2 lbs gnocchi3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds6 tablespoon unsalted butter10 large fresh sage leaves chopped3 tsp lemon juice2 garlic clovessalt and pepper to taste In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, saute prosciutto slices until crispy. Dry on paper towels. In a pot of boiling water, cook…… Continue Reading

Cannoli Dip
1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup powdered sugar8 oz cream cheese1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup mini chocolate chips For dipping (your choice)broken waffle conesfruitgraham crackerscookies In large bowl, blend ricotta and cream cheese together….add in vanilla and powdered sugar….whip to combine….mix in chocolate chips slowly….transfer to a serving dish…top with more chocolate chips…cover and refrigerate for…… Continue Reading