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Tortellini Soup

September 21, 2017

tortellini soup

It’s that time of year for fall cooking!  Yesterday it was overcast and cool most of the day, and I was craving soup.  In looking at what I had in my kitchen, I decided to make Tortellini Soup which I love.  I never met a soup I didn’t like though.  Soups are comfort food to me, and they are easy to make.

tortellini soup

I always have white cannellini beans on hand which is a staple for Italian soups, and I use them often.  Of course, it’s hard to see from the pictures that they are in the soup.

I did not have carrots in the frig, but that is something I normally would put in this soup.  It tastes just as good without them, but if you had them I would definitely add them.  The great thing about soups, is that you can almost throw anything in a soup, and it will taste good.

 

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Tortellini Soup
This Tortellini Soup is easy to make and tastes great!
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 20-30 Minutes
Servings
People
Ingredients
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 20-30 Minutes
Servings
People
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, cook the chopped onions and minced garlic on medium heat with a very small amount of olive oil.
  2. Add the zucchini and herbs, then cook for approximately 5 minutes or until onions are translucent.
  3. Add broth, diced tomatoes and white cannellini beans and the rest of the spices and stir.
  4. Add the tortellini and kale and cook at low heat covered for approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
  5. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top!
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Chicken Cacciatore

September 13, 2017

Chicken Cacciatore in Le Creuset

Chicken Cacciatore has always been one of my favorite dishes ever since I can remember.  My Dad used to make this all the time, so I have fond memories of eating this dish with my family.  This was one dish my Dad did very well, and one of many Italian dishes we cooked in our home.

Chicken Cacciatore over Pappardelle Pasta

I usually always serve Chicken Cacciatore over pasta, but it is also great with mashed potatoes.

 

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Chicken Cattetorie
Course Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 45 Minutes
Servings
People
Ingredients
Course Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 45 Minutes
Servings
People
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Pat chicken dry and then dredge in flour, salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet place a small amount of olive oil to coat the bottom and brown the chicken on both sides on medium heat.
  3. Take the chicken out and set aside.
  4. Place the onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic on medium heat for approximately 8 to 10 minutes and add spices and crushed tomatoes.
  5. Add the chicken back in and coat chicken with sauce.
  6. Place in over at 375 and bake for approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
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Appetizers, Breakfast, Brunch

Quinoa Jalapeno Popper Tartlets

August 5, 2017

Quinoa Jalapeno Popper Tarlettes

I have been experimenting a bit with different Quinoa recipes, and made Quinoa Jalapeno Popper Tartlets.   Quinoa is gluten-free and it much healthier than other options.

Quinoa

I like the Trader Joe’s Organic Quinoa that you get in the frozen section.   However, you can find organic quinoa in other brands as well that require cooking it on the stove.

Quinoa Jalapeno Popper Tarlettes

You need a mini tart pan which you can find almost any where these days.

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Quinoa Jalapeno Popper Tartlets
Quinoa Jalapeno Popper Tartlets have just the right amount of spice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings
people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings
people
Instructions
  1. If you buy the quinoa that needs to be cooked, follow the package instructions. Usually it takes about 15 minutes to cook. If you buy the organic quinoa that is already cooked from Trader Joes, just heat up according to box instructions.
  2. Once the quinoa has been cooked or heated up, place in a large bowl and immediately add the cream cheese so it melts and mixes easier.
  3. Add all the other ingredients except the eggs and mix together.
  4. Beat eggs together and then pour into quinoa mixture and mix well. The eggs help bind the mixture together so that it does not fall apart.
  5. Spray your mini tart pan with cooking spray and then fill with the quinoa mixture.
  6. Cook at 350 in the over for 20 minutes and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  7. Use a knife around the edges to help get the tartlets out without breaking them and serve on a platter.
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