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Creamy Tomato & Spinach Pasta

Delightful warm chewy pasta with mouthwatering creamy tomato sauce featuring the natural green taste of fresh spinach. This affordable and easy to make selection is perfect on any occasion.  Full of flavor, textures and at a budget price, this is perfect normal meal planning. Quick and tasty this recipe will fill the hunger without breaking the bank. I do enjoy mine with warm French bread but that is not uncommon in my house. We enjoyed this fresh creamy dish and recommend you try it at least once to see for yourself how delicious it really is.

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Heat the pan to medium-high. Add olive oil and onions. Sauté for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant. Add in the tomatoes and garlic while mixing everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.

Add Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, heavy whipping cream, parmesan cheese and the reserved pasta water to the pan. Gently stir everything together.

Add in the cooked pasta and mix thoroughly until well coated with sauce.

Add fresh spinach while folding and mixing.

Continue to cook and mix everything together until the spinach has fully wilted (add more water if the sauce is too thick for your liking). Season with salt & pepper as needed. Then remove from heat source.

Add Parmesan cheese and mix. Season with salt & pepper as needed.

Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Serve and enjoy!

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Creamy Tomato & Spinach Pasta

Freshly made Tomato & Spinach Pasta is creamy and delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb pasta any types
  • 8 oz chopped tomatoes or diced
  • 6 oz fresh spinach
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced

Instructions
 

  • Follow the instructions on the package for pasta cook time (al dente). Then reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water.
  • Heat the pan to medium-high. Add olive oil and onions. Sauté for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant. Add in the tomatoes and garlic while mixing everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Add Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, heavy whipping cream and the reserved pasta water to the pan. Gently stir everything together.
  • Add in the cooked pasta and mix thoroughly until well coated with sauce. Add fresh spinach while folding and mixing. Continue to cook and mix everything together until the spinach has fully wilted (add more water if the sauce is too thick for your liking). 
  • Add Parmesan cheese and mix. Season with salt & pepper as needed. Then remove from heat source.

Garnish with Parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!

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    Grinder Sandwich

    Gargantuan and deliciously full of amazing layers of mouthwatering meats accompanied with a succulent spread this sandwich is very filling and will satisfy any appetite. This affordable and easy to make selection is perfect on any occasion.  Full of flavor, textures this sandwich is very budget friendly and perfect for lunch of anytime you decide to eat one. Best part is how quick and easy this recipe is and everyone will agree it is worth every bite. We enjoyed this recipe and recommend you try it at least once to see for yourself how delicious it really is.

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    Dressing

    Add the vegetables and mix. Set aside until ready to use.

    Slice the bread in middle and place on a baking sheet.

    Layer the bottom with sliced cheese, ham, salami.

    Pepperoni on the bread.

    Toast for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

    Add tomatoes

    Add salad. Season with fresh pepper.

    Top with the remaining half of the bread.

    Use a bread or sharp knife to slice the sandwich. Enjoy!

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    Grinder Sandwich

    Very filling and tasty, this delicious sandwich has everything you need to fill your hunger.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Course Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 4
    Calories

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb Italian bread/loaf
    • 8 oz provolone cheese
    • ½ lb deli ham
    • ½ lb deli salami
    • ½ lb deli pepperoni

    Salad Mixture

    • ½-1 head iceberg lettuce sliced
    • ¼ red onion thinly sliced
    • ⅓ cup sliced pepperoncini
    • ½ cup real mayonnaise
    • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
    • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • ½ tbsp granulated sugar
    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
    • 1 tsp dried oregano
    • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
    • 2 garlic cloves grated or minced

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl: combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, red wine vinegar, sugar, Italian seasoning, oregano, red flakes, garlic and mix well. Add lettuce, red onions, pepperoncini and mix together. Set aside until ready to use.
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    • Slice the bread in middle and place on a baking sheet. Layer the bottom with sliced cheese, ham, salami, pepperoni on the bread. Toast for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
    • Assemble: remove the bread from the oven. Toss the salad with the dressing. Place on top of the meat. Then add sliced tomatoes. Season with fresh pepper. Top with the remaining half of the bread.
    • Use a bread or sharp knife to slice the sandwich.

    Serve immediately & enjoy!

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      Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

      Easy Baked Ziti is full of exquisite sauce and full of creamy cheese flavors that are too good not to try. Thick rich layers of time melted cheese and sauce gather around the Ziti for a budget friendly meal anyone can cook. Extremely tasty and good to the last bite, this selection is perfect on any occasion.  A simple to repeat methodical layering that slow cooker marinates for some of the most inviting aromas that will cascade throughout the house like an open invitation to chase away the hunger. Wonderful pasta, sauce and cheese that combine for a belly full of delicious satisfaction. This recipe is also very beginner friendly and should be tried by anyone able to use a slow cooker.

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      Ricotta Mixture

      In a bowl: combine everything together.

      Mix well.

      In a large bowl: combine pasta and tomato sauce together.

      Cooking Spray

      In this order – 1st layer: Add 2 ½ cups of pasta sauce.

      Add 2 cups uncooked ziti.

      Add half of the ricotta mixture.

      Add 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

      Add ½ cup mozzarella cheese. 

      2nd layer: 2 ½ sauce

      2 cups ziti

      Rest of the ricotta

      1 cup Parmesan cheese

      ½ cup mozzarella. 

      3rd layer: sauce

      Ziti

      Sauce

      Slow cook on high for 2 ½ hours. Remove lid.

      Add 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Place lid on.

      Cook on high for 30 minutes.

      Serve

      Garnish with fresh Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes or salt & pepper. Serve with warm bread. Enjoy!

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      Slow Cooker Easy Baked Ziti

      Simple to follow Baked Ziti recipe that is cheesy and delicious.
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      Prep Time 5 minutes
      Cook Time 3 hours
      Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
      Course Main Course
      Cuisine American, Italian
      Servings 6
      Calories

      Equipment

      Ingredients
        

      • 1 lb uncooked ziti pasta
      • 2 (24-25 oz) pasta sauce
      • 15 oz tomato sauce
      • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

      Ricotta Cheese Mixture

      • 15 oz ricotta cheese
      • 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
      • ½ cup fresh chopped parsley
      • 2 large eggs

      Instructions
       

      Ricotta Mixture

      • In a bowl: combine everything together and mix well.

      Sauce

      • In a large bowl: combine pasta and tomato sauce together.

      Slow Cook

      • Grease the cooker with cooking spray.
      • In this order – 1st layer: Add 2 ½ cups of pasta sauce. Add 2 cups uncooked ziti. Add half of the ricotta mixture. Add 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Add ½ cup mozzarella cheese. 2nd layer: 2 ½ sauce, 2 cups ziti, rest of the ricotta, 1 cup Parmesan cheese & ½ cup mozzarella. 3rd layer: 2 ½ sauce, the rest of the ziti, & the rest of the sauce. Place the lid on.
      • Slow cook on high for 2 ½ hours. Remove lid.
      • Add 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Place lid on. Cook on high for 30 minutes.

      Garnish with fresh Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes or salt & pepper. Serve with warm bread. Enjoy!

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        Peposo (Pepper Beef Stew)

        Old world style Peposo (Pepper Beef Stew) is tenderly succulent over a warm bed of deliciously filling Polenta. This savory tummy pleaser is so tasty everyone that tries it inevitably likes it. I love to feed this to my hungry teenagers, as they appreciate a nice hearty meal that will stay with them on their busy days. Also, some times its nice to site down and have a time tested traditional meal that has been bringing families together for as long as folks have been eating beef stew over Polenta (yellow grits).  Quick and easy this recipe will call everyone in the house to the table for a bowl of authentic Peposo. I recommend you try it at least once to see for yourself how delicious it really is.

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        Use a mortar and pestle to grind whole peppercorns.

        Then set aside.

        Using the same pestle: smash garlic cloves.

        Pat the beef dry. Place the beef in a large bowl.

        Add the smashed garlic, tomato paste, salt then mix well.

        Coat the beef with crushed peppercorns.

        Mix Well.

        Place beef in a dutch oven or pan (with lid).

        Add chianti (Italian red wine) to the pan.

        Add bay leaves & thyme.

        Sprinkle more black pepper on top of the meat. Bring to a simmer (medium-high).

        Reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid for 2 hours.

        Remove the lid and cook uncovered for 45-60 minutes or until meat is very tender. Make sure to baste the meat with the liquid frequently, this will prevent the meat from drying. Discard bay leaves & thyme. Season with salt and a bit more black pepper.

        Serve with bread and polenta.

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        Peposo (Pepper Beef Stew)

        Flavorful and savory, Peposo (Pepper Beef Stew) is a delicious comfort food that the entire family will absolutely love.
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        Prep Time 5 minutes
        Cook Time 2 hours 45 minutes
        Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
        Course Main Course
        Cuisine Italian
        Servings 4
        Calories

        Ingredients
          

        • 2 lbs chuck roast cut into 1.5" x 1.5" cubes
        • 750 ml Chianti (Italian Red Wine) about 1 bottle
        • 2 tbsp tomato paste
        • 1 tbsp whole peppercorn
        • 2 tsp salt
        • 8 thyme stems
        • 2 bay leaves
        • 5 garlic cloves
        • black pepper to taste

        Instructions
         

        • Use a mortar and pestle to grind whole peppercorns. Then set aside. Using the same pestle: smash garlic cloves.
        • Pat the beef dry. Place the beef in a large bowl. Add the smashed garlic, tomato paste, salt then mix well. Coat the beef with crushed peppercorns.
        • Place beef in a dutch oven or pan (with lid). Add chianti (Italian red wine) to the pan. Add bay leaves & thyme. Sprinkle more black pepper on top of the meat.
        • Bring to a simmer (medium-high). Reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid for 2 hours.
        • Remove the lid and cook uncovered for 45-60 minutes or until meat is very tender. Make sure to baste the meat with the liquid frequently, this will prevent the meat from drying. Discard bay leaves & thyme. Season with salt and a bit more black pepper.

        Serve with bread and polenta.

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          Italian Sausage & Pepper Sandwich

          Delicious Sub Sandwich that is busting with sausage and pepper juicy textures and flavors. This affordable and easy to make selection is perfect on any occasion. I called for Italian Sausage for this recipe but kielbasa, chorizo, or knockworst would also work well. Full of flavor, textures and at a budget price, this is perfect for normal meal planning. Quick and tasty this homemade street food will be an instant hit when you plate these up on a toasted bun. The sausage literally is bursting with your first mouthwatering bite.

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          Heat the skillet to medium high. Add oil and wait until it gets hot. Sear all sides of the Italian sausages. Remove and set aside.

          Add sliced onions, sliced peppers, salt, peppers, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning and mix.

          Sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and mix.

          Return seared sausages to pan atop the bell peppers. Place the skillet in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes.

          Place provolone cheese on the Italian hoagies or subs. Toast to your liking.

          Place sausage and peppers on the hoagies.

          Serve with hot marinara sauce.

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          Italian Sausage and Pepper Subs

          Delicious Sub Sandwich that is busting with sausage and pepper juicy textures and flavors.
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          Prep Time 5 minutes
          Cook Time 35 minutes
          Total Time 40 minutes
          Course Main Course
          Cuisine Italian
          Servings 5
          Calories

          Ingredients
            

          • 5 Italian sausage hot or mild
          • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, orange or green) core removed & sliced
          • 1 large onion sliced
          • 5 garlic cloves sliced
          • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
          • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
          • 1 tsp salt
          • 1 tsp black pepper
          • ½ tsp red pepper flakes

          Italian Hoagies (5)

          Sliced Provolone Cheese

          Marinara Sauce

          Instructions
           

          • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
          • Heat the skillet to medium high. Add oil and wait until it gets hot. Sear all sides of the Italian sausages. Remove and set aside.
          • Add sliced onions, sliced peppers, salt, peppers, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning and mix. Sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and mix. Return seared sausages to pan atop the bell peppers.
          • Place the skillet in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes.
          • Place provolone cheese on the Italian hoagies or subs. Toast to your liking. Place sausage and peppers on the hoagies. Serve with hot marinara sauce.

          Enjoy!

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            Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls

            Delicious tasty and good to the last bite. This affordable and easy to make selection is perfect on any occasion.  Full of flavor, textures and at a budget price, this is perfect normal meal planning. Quick and tasty this recipe will drive everyone in the house to the table at neck break speed. I enjoyed this recipe and recommend you try it at least once to see for yourself how delicious it really is.

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            Separate the dough into 8 triangles. Scoop about 1 tsp of pizza sauce and spread onto the long side of the crescents.

            Add 3 sliced pepperoni on top.

            Then add 1 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese. Gently fold and roll the dough to the point end.

            Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (176°C). Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the crescents in the basket.

            Cook for 6 minutes or until golden brown. (Do not use parchment paper).

            Serve with warm marinara sauce.

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            Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls

            Quick and easy Pepperoni Crescent Rolls are deliciously comforting snacks everyone can enjoy.
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            Prep Time 5 minutes
            Cook Time 6 minutes
            Total Time 11 minutes
            Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
            Cuisine American, Italian
            Servings 8
            Calories

            Ingredients
              

            • 1 can Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls
            • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
            • ½ cup (divided) pizza or marinara sauce
            • 24 sliced pepperoni

            Instructions
             

            • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (176°C). 
            • Separate the dough into 8 triangles. Scoop about 1 tsp of pizza sauce and spread onto the long side of the crescents. Add 3 sliced pepperoni on top. Then add 1 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese. Gently fold and roll the dough to the point end.
            • Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the crescents in the basket. Cook for 6 minutes or until golden brown. (Do not use parchment paper).

            Serve with warm marinara sauce.

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