Tag: mozzarella cheese

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Baked Zucchini Boats

1 zucchini (medium, cut in half and then quartered) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved) salt pepper fresh basil (for garnish) Did you make thisHow many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 lbs your first week and 2-5 lbs every week after. Visit us […]

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White Calzones with Marinara Sauce

What is the easiest way to win over your family on a weeknight? Cheesey calzones. Most supermarket brands of ricotta contain stabilizers, which can give the cheese a gummy texture when baked. Check the label and choose ricotta made with as few ingredients as possible—ideally milk, whey, vinegar, and salt. Or seek out homemade ricotta […]

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Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas

Chipotles can be a touch spicy, but you can use only half of what’s called for to decrease heat and still get great smoky flavor. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 cup chopped poblano chile 5 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 […]

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Veggie Pizza With Cauliflower Crust 6

1 cauliflower head, roughly chopped (about 3 pounds) Cooking spray 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided. ½ cup presliced cremini mushrooms ½ cup sliced red bell pepper ½ cup thinly sliced fresh basil, divided ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt 3 garlic cloves, minced 2.5 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (about […]

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Steak & Mushroom Pizza-Dillas 5

When stuffed tortillas are bound with gooey mozzarella and dunked into warm marinara, you end up with a pizza-quesadilla hybrid, or a pizza-dilla. Ingredients Cooking spray 8 ounces top sirloin steak, trimmed and very thinly sliced 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 tablespoon butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (8-ounce) container presliced cremini mushrooms 4 […]

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Low-Carb Lasagna 14

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini 1 medium eggplant Kosher salt 16 ounces good-quality store-bought tomato-based pasta sauce, — or homemade (2 cups) 1 medium red onion — diced 1  red bell pepper — diced 16 ounces  low-fat cottage cheese — do not use skim—I used 1% 2 large eggs 8 ounces part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese — or provolone […]

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Steak & Mushroom Pizza-Dillas 5

When stuffed tortillas are bound with gooey mozzarella and dunked into warm marinara, you end up with a pizza-quesadilla hybrid, or a pizza-dilla. Ingredients Cooking spray 8 ounces top sirloin steak, trimmed and very thinly sliced 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 tablespoon butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (8-ounce) container presliced cremini mushrooms 4 […]

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CAPRESE BALSAMIC GRILLED CHICKEN 2

INGREDIENTS BALSAMIC GRILLED CHICKEN 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon pesto 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon honey Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste OTHER INGREDIENTS 8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese 8 slices tomatoes 8 basil leaves Balsamic glaze for drizzling INSTRUCTIONS Whisk together all of […]

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Mozzarella and Basil Pizza 13

With a make-ahead dough and a simple sauce, this pizza is an option any night of the week. Just make the dough in the morning; then shape it an hour before you’re ready to eat. If homemade dough is not your thing, just buy the premade dough at Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods Market, and […]

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Sheet Pan Chicken Parmesan 5

Simplicity meets comfort in this baked chicken parmesan recipe. This healthy weeknight dinner comes together on one handy sheet pan, meaning less cleanup for you. By using aluminum foil to “wall” off certain ingredients, you can perfectly cook the tomatoes and the chicken without dirtying multiple pots and pans. For a low-calorie and low-carb version, swap linguine pasta for […]