Recipes tagged with « Family Meal »
Twisted Bowtie Lasagna
Bowtie pasta cooked al dente, tossed in a rich meld of browned turkey, caramelized shallots, garlic, and fresh oregano. Cheese mix swapped with cottage cheese and provolone, stirred into the sauce before simmering. Pasta drenched in a spiced arrabbiata replacing classic marinara for a deeper kick. Broiled cheese topping—mozzarella and pecorino—melts to golden bubbles. Timings adjusted; watch sauces thicken and meat settles. A practical riff on layered comfort, ditching noodle sheets for quick pasta, and swapping beef for lighter turkey. Season smart, avoid watery cheeses, and handle heat with a vigilant eye.
Beef Gnocchi with Rosemary
Gnocchi simmered with ground beef, fresh rosemary, and a twist of smoked paprika. Slow-cooked tomato sauce that thickens while mingling flavors. No eggs; replaced beef broth with mushroom stock for depth. Potatoes swapped to Yukon gold for creamier texture. Sauté beef till fat renders, brown edges crisp that scent your kitchen with roasted meat aroma. Gnocchi float signals cooking done. A dash of lemon zest brightens the whole dish. Simple ingredients layered smartly for rich taste without fuss.
Sweet Potato Chicken Pie
A savory pot pie with diced sweet potatoes and chicken, enriched with mushrooms and green beans. Features a flaky puff pastry crust topped with an egg wash for a golden finish. Vegetables simmered in a roux-thickened chicken broth. Slow cook time allows flavors to blend and vegetables to soften. Yields 5 servings, balanced between meat and veggies. Uses olive oil and butter for sautéing and roux base. Oven baked until crust crisps and filling bubbles.