I have to thank Pasquale for this recipe that I have absolutely fallen in love with. I have made it twice and I changed it a bit but this recipe is perfect for the COVID-19 world we live in. It uses pantry ingredients and can be assembled quickly–and it’s great leftover. This isn’t your normal…
Tag: Beans
Pasta e Fagioli
Soup season is well underway! It’s easy to make, it warms you up, it’s great for leftovers/lunch at work and can be a very healthy meal. Plus you can usually make a great soup with items left in your fridge and a can of beans or lentils. Pasta e fagioli is one of my favorites,…
Baked Chorizo Chiles Rellenos
It’s the New Year and it’s time to try and reign in all the indulgent eating we did during the holidays. So now my focus is on making healthy meals that are still fun and delicious (otherwise I’d go crazy). I was craving some cheesy Mexican food so I found a way to satisfy my…
Enchiladas Roja
Who doesn’t love some enchiladas? Shredded meat in a tortilla smothered with sauce and cheese? I’m in! I’ve previously posted a recipe for enchiladas verdeĀ and also a very healthy version of enchiladas. And this time I share with you my spicy roja sauce! And for the record, these aren’t terrible for you if you pay…
Texas Caviar
This is a recipe I cannot take credit for. My friend Alexandra made it for me on my birthday two years ago and we fell in love with it. Because it’s so healthy and versatile I started making it for family parties. Turns out they love it too. It is somewhat of a bizarre recipe….
Scarola e Fagioli
One of my favorite Italian sides is escarole and beans! It’s healthy, delicious and easy to make in just minutes! It can be used as a side or a main dish since it provides protein and nutrients from the vegetable. Add some chicken broth and top with parmesan cheese and you have yourself a hearty…