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Tortas de Huevo are more than just a humble meal—they’re a taste of tradition passed down through generations of New Mexican kitchens. Light and airy egg fritters, golden from frying in manteca, are gently simmered in a rich, earthy red chile sauce that carries both warmth and memory in every bite. This dish is simple […]
Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Ingredients ½ pound medium shrimp (36/40 count), peeled and deveined — fresh or thawed from frozen ½ pound fettuccine pasta 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup heavy cream ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese ⅛ teaspoon salt, or to taste ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or […]
Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly sticky—Candied Kielbasa Bites are the kind of party appetizer that disappears before you can even grab seconds. This dish takes humble ingredients like kielbasa, brown sugar, ketchup, and horseradish, and transforms them into something magical through slow roasting and caramelization. The result? A glossy, sweet-savory glaze that clings to every slice […]
Spaghetti with Butter and Parmesan Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti noodles 10 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Instructions Cook the pasta Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add about 2 tablespoons of salt to the water, then stir in the spaghetti […]
Cheesy Beef Stuffed Manicotti Ingredients Pasta & Sauce 14 manicotti pasta shells (8-ounce package) 3 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces Filling 4 teaspoons olive oil (divided) 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ pound ground beef ½ pound ground pork ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ […]
Italian Beef Pasta Skillet Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef ½ medium onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce 1 cup uncooked macaroni noodles 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1½ cups beef broth ¼ cup Tastefully Simple® Mama Mia Marinara Sauce Mix 1½ cups shredded […]
Oven-Roasted Brisket Ingredients 1 whole beef brisket (approximately 4–5 pounds) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 cup beef broth or stock 1 large onion, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, […]
Baked Italian Sausages Ingredients 6–8 Italian sausages 1 small fennel bulb, cut into 6 wedges 6–8 small vine-ripened tomatoes, halved (or 3–4 large tomatoes, cut into wedges) ½ cup black olives, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon (about 4 teaspoons) capers, roughly chopped 1 medium brown onion, peeled and quartered Leaves and tender stems from […]
Triple Cheese Bacon Ranch Melt Ingredients Bread & Cheese 8 slices of thick, fluffy brioche bread or hearty Texas toast 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced into even pieces 4 oz creamy Monterey Jack cheese, sliced 4 oz smooth Provolone cheese (or Velveeta for a creamier melt), sliced Proteins & Condiments 8 strips of […]
Italian Bread Ingredients 2 cups (480 mL) water, at room temperature 5 cups (600 grams) bread flour, measured by spooning and leveling ½ teaspoon active dry yeast (or instant yeast) 2½ teaspoons (15 grams) fine sea salt 2 tablespoons (28 grams) salted butter, softened or melted (or substitute with neutral oil) Instructions for Italian […]