Spaghetti sauce is typically about a pound of browned meat bound by a scant amount of marinara and served over pasta. Here we reverse the ratio, letting hot Italian turkey sausage be the flavor agent while adding plenty of colorful vegetables like yellow squash, broccoli florets, and mushrooms. Canned whole peeled tomatoes are less watery […]
Naan breads are the secret to instant flatbreads (no rolling or baking of dough required). Look for whole-grain naan, such as Stonefire, and treat as you would a prepared pizza crust. Charbroiled broccoli rabe has a fantastic texture and bitter edge that makes it stand out on the flatbreads (it’s also a nice contrast to […]
Is there any time of day when a pancake isn’t welcome at the table? These sweet and savory cakes are a sumptuous choice for breakfast, dinner, or a quick snack on the go. Dried chorizo adds a welcomed hit of richness and spicy, smoky flavor. Supercharged with whole grains, crowned with a fried egg, and […]
Broccoli is a go-to veggie side for many families yet is often served very plain. Here we offer a great way to dress it up with the addition of hearty chorizo and spicy chiles. Topped with a kick of chipotle chiles and lime, this broccoli side dish is not shy on flavor. Mexican chorizo is […]
Ingredients 1 cup maple syrup 1 (3-inch) vanilla bean How to Make It Pour maple syrup into a saucepan. Split vanilla bean in half lengthwise; scrape seeds into syrup. Place vanilla bean in syrup. Cook over medium-low heat 5 minutes. Remove from heat; discard vanilla bean. How many pounds have you lost this week? At […]
Pancetta is Italian cured pork, similar to cured bacon, which you can substitute, if necessary. Smoked bacon will also work, if you prefer the flavor. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 ounce pancetta, chopped 1/4 cup chopped shallots 2 garlic cloves, minced 1.38 ounces all-purpose flour, divided (about 5 tablespoons) 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 2 […]
A combo of superlean ground turkey and rich ground pork gives you the ideal mix of flavor and texture while staying nice and light. How to Make It Step 1 Preheat oven to 400°. Step 2 Pierce potatoes with a fork; wrap each in foil. Bake at 400° for 1 hour. Step 3 Combine vinegar, […]
Sweet potatoes provide a nice foil for the full-flavored lamb, tangy olives, and earthy spices. You can also bake the entire mixture in an 8-inch square baking dish. Assemble up to a day ahead, cover, refrigerate, and bake just before serving. How to Make It Step 1 Preheat oven to 350°. Step 2 Heat a […]
Milanese is Italian for “breaded and sautéed until golden,” an easy (and fast) way to dress up sliced pork tenderloin. Top the pork with a creamy mushroom sauce and serve with a simple kale salad for a complete meal. Golden raisins have a way of elevating everything they touch; try stirring into rice pilaf or […]
Tofu gets a grilled treatment in this recipe with a sweet brown beer glaze that’s brushed on both before and while the tofu grills. The flavor and texture is a delicious contrast with the hearty, chewy, nutty barley. If you don’t have barley on hand, serve with brown rice, quinoa, or farro. If you don’t […]