Recipezaar: European,Southern Europe (Mediterranean),Italian,Vegetarian recipes

Tasty Cheesy Tomato Sauce Snack

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:35:45 -0400

I eat this atleast once a week. Growing up in my Italian household means that we always have marinara on hand. Lol. I love this recipe as a snack. -- posted by fatefellshort0626

Easy Sugar-Dusted Amaretti Biscuits

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:26:53 -0400

I haven't tried this yet. I'm collecting simple cookie recipes to try for Christmas. This was found in The Canadian Living Cooking Collection Muffins and Cookies. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Golden Mushroom, Pea, and Asparagus Risotto (Vegan)

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:54:58 -0400

Recipe from The Vegan Chef and placed here for safe keeping. . .have some nutritional yeast to use up and this sounds great!! Serves 4 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Tommy Toe Pie

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:05:07 -0400

This recipe is from Rebecca Laney-Meers, Jackson Mississippi and she was one of the winners in the Mississippi magazine contest. Her memories of this pie take her back to the 1960s when as a child in her grandmother Kates kitchen in west Jackson she renamed the recipe Tommy Toe Pie. It was called Tomato Pie. Rebeccas time with her grandmother was quality time, and over the years she has tried many tomato pies, but grandmother Kates has remained the best. And when the tomatoes start coming in from the garden, this is her go-to recipe for her family. Thanks Rebecca! Feel free to add in fresh herbs, like the basil, oregano, etc. Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Summer Tomato Sauce

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:01:12 -0400

From "Pasta Harvest" cookbook by Janet Fletcher -- posted by Chef Itchy Monkey

Vegetable Stew

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:24:40 -0400

From Dom DeLuise. -- posted by Chocolatl

Rita's Recipe from Felina in Italy

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:20:07 -0400

This is an open-faced eggplant sandwich from Dom DeLuise. -- posted by Chocolatl

Soft Polenta With Roasted Herbs

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:52:57 -0400

Comfort food! Roasting the herbs lends them an even fuller flavor, giving ghe dish it's special savor! Adapted from Caprial's Cafe Favorites cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Hearty Mushroom Ragout

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:14:58 -0400

Mushrooms can be as satisfying as meat because they develop earthy, bold and beefy flavors as they cook. Served with pasta, this is some meal! :) Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book cookbook. Strict vegetarians may want to omit the Worcestershire sacue. -- posted by Sharon123

Creamy Pasta With Tomato Confit & Fresh Goat Cheese

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:39:32 -0400

Recipe by Terrence Brenan. Brenan cooks this pasta risotto-style by stirring in rich chicken stock a ladelful at a time. As the pasta releases its starch, the dish becomes delicately milky. Instead of finishing the dish with a knob of butter he folds in fresh goat cheese, which turns creamy in the gentle heat. Here, Brenan uses a small tube-shaped pasta called ditalin, but any small cut works. From: Strategies for Cooking with Cheese, Pairing of the Day, F&W Magazine, Published October 2008. Wine Pairing: Jason Miller, wine director at Picholine, pairs this recipe with the 2006 Charles Joguet Cuvée Terroir, a Cabernet Franc from Chinon in Frances Loire Valley. When grown in Chinon, this red grape tends to have herbal, spicy notes that make it an ideal match for goat cheese as well as tomatoes. Another good Chinon to look for is the cherry-inflected 2006 Marc Brédif. -- posted by Manami

Pesto

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:52:27 -0400

This is a classic, fresh pesto recipe with old-world charm. You will never taste a better pesto! -- posted by Hungry Chefs

Cocoamisu Aka Chocolate Tiramisu

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:14:58 -0400

This is a traditional Italian tiramisu with the coffee replaced by hot chocolate. The first time I saw tiramisu was at a bakery in Italy. It looked tempting and I assumed it was chocolate. I was so disappointed when I tasted it & realized it was coffee flavored. I have now created a version that tastes as good as it looks. Note - the preparation takes a while, but is not difficult. -- posted by Jeri Roth Lande

Cilantro Walnut Pesto

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:15:12 -0400

For a light pasta sauce with a pungent herb taste. I made this because cilantro is much cheaper than basil at the grocery store. I served this with a mixture of pasta and cooked spaghetti squash. I didn't measure (I'm bad at that) so keep that in mind and just add amounts that suit your needs. -- posted by Korkin'

No-Knead Ciabatta

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:17:24 -0400

This is one of my most favorite recipes. It has very few ingredients but turns out very well. When you take it out of the oven you can hear the crust crackling-very nice! Hope you like it as much as we do. (If you want to use whole wheat you can add only a half a cup to this recipe -more than that will make the bread dense) Also if you only have active dry yeast- double the yeast amount to 1/2 tsp. Note* since it is a no-knead recipe it is a pretty flat loaf with a max. height of about 5-7 inches. -- posted by Leah's Kitchen

Eggplant Steaks Parmigiana Alla Ringo Star

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:50:57 -0400

From Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book cookbook. She says Ringo and his mates dropped by her TV show one day and sang her a song. During his visit, Ringo told Rachael he makes a wonderful pesto,. He's a vegetarian, so Rachael created this recipe in honor of his appearance. -- posted by Sharon123

Spring-Summer Ziti

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:51:08 -0400

A yummy recipe from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. She got tired of living half of the year without her ziti, so came up with ziti lovely in flavor! A light tomato sauce with tarragon and basil surrounds the ziti at the bottom and on the top of the serving dish. The pasta is tossed with asparagus tips, sweet ricotta, tender peas and Parmigiano. She says to keep your tissues handy, this one might bring you to tears. :) -- posted by Sharon123

Orzotto With Zucchini & Pesto (Orzo Risotto)

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:58:58 -0400

This creamy,golden, and delicious dish is from acclaimed Italian chef Cesare Casella. He serves it at his restaurant, Salumeria Rosi, on the Upper West Side. Orzo is easier to work with than rice. You can cook it 3/4 of the way and hold it, chilled, in the refrigerator and add the last half cup of broth and half cup of water the next day. Recipe was printed in the New York Times. -- posted by blucoat

Ten Minute Eggplant Parmigiana

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:28:35 -0400

Fresh eggplant cut into strips, sauted with diced tomato, basil and cheese. This is a quick supper and tasty too. -- posted by Marich

Authentic Eggplant Parmesan

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:37:00 -0400

Eggplant parmesan is a layered casserole of eggplant (specially prepared), mozarella cheese, parmesan cheese, marinara sauce or meat sauce...This recipe has been in my family for generations and you will know why when you give it a try. *Note: This is a great make ahead/freeze recipe! -- posted by Chef #1409323

Zucchini Pizza Crust

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:53:46 -0400

Just ran across this solution to the gf pizza crust dilemma and am SO excited to try this! Not exactly "traditional" in terms of flavor, but if you're ok with that and are with me- pizza's all about the toppings (esp veggies), it's worth a try :-) I've lightened it up a bit, but am sure that any gf cheese would work well. Courtesy The Gluten Free Vegetarian Kitchen. -- posted by VNess

Asiago Pasta Salad

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:17:06 -0400

Based on a recipe from BelGioioso's brand Asiago cheese recipe card I picked up at Sam's Club. The card didn't indicate the number of servings, so I'm guessing 4 main course vegetarian servings, or 8 salad course servings. This sounds like a quick and tasty recipe. -- posted by mersaydees

Crispy Ceci (Chickpeas)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:03:55 -0400

These are the tastiest chickpeas ever! A local Italian restaurant makes them and shared their recipe in a daily so now I am sharing it with you:) -- posted by Jazmina

Florentine Lasagna Roll

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:14:44 -0400

Found this in a supermarket checkout cookbook years ago and it's still a family favorite. One important step is getting the water removed from the spinach as much as possible; after I drain it and squeeze as much out by hand I wrap it in a 4 layer pad of paper towels and squeeze it some more. Save the paper towels and use them later to dry off the noodles so they don't slide all over, this makes it a lot easier to spread the filling. I have listed 2% cheese and 1/3 less fat cream cheese but it started out being made with the full deal, we don't notice any decrease in flavor (I've also made it without the egg a time or two when I ran out and it tastes the same and holds together OK). I also think the filling makes a good spinach dip if you leave out the egg. Cook time includes the 5 minute stand time. -- posted by greksgirl

Lemon Chive Noodles

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:20:15 -0400

This makes a great side dish, or add veggies and/or meat of your choice and turn it into a nice dinner, with maybe a salad. Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book cookbook! -- posted by Sharon123

Quinoa - Risotto Style 1

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:07:28 -0400

This is my own recipe. I like it, as it's a fast way to eat well and feel great... Quinoa, poblano peppers and parmesan ! Don't use kraft powder. Buy some real parmesan or, even better, Belgioioso 'American Grana' if you're in the USA -- by far one of the best "parmesan" style cheeses you can find in the states. The fact that they admit it's American, gets you over a psychological barrier, and it's just a great product. You'll become addicted...eat it with fruit : figs, mango, guava... -- posted by Asd;MRS-NYC

Crock Pot Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:18:32 -0400

This is a great recipe based on one from the Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook. -- posted by mersaydees

Insalata Caprese (Or Caprese Salad) With Balsamic Reduction

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:25:33 -0400

This is my quickie "copycat" of the insalata caprese at Fleming's steakhouse. No, it's not traditional, but it IS delicious! Could also be considered vegetarian, depending on the person's dairy product preferences. -- posted by princessbride029

Italian Vegetable Soup

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:44:51 -0400

For a creamier soup, leave to cool after cooking, then liquidize in a blender and stir in some milk before reheating. -- posted by English_Rose

Roasted Garlic Bread

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:59:39 -0400

I got this recipe from a friend, who said she found it on a different website. It is so good. Best Garlic Bread EVER! -- posted by LizP

Mama Agata's Lemon Risotto

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:01:19 -0400

Because this is such a simple recipe, you have to use the best ingredients you can find. Rich, buttery-yellow cream and plump lemons will make all the difference. Vermouth can substitute for white wine, and lasts forever, even when opened. Adapted from a recipe published in _The Southern Italian Table_ by Arthur Schwartz, as reprinted by Caroline Russock at Serious Eats. http://bit.ly/4rIOlF -- posted by DrGaellon

Wild Mushroom Spaghetti

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:22:24 -0400

Whole wheat and whole grain pastas pair well with earthy, woody flavors like those of mushrooms. Rachael Ray says this cooks down to an enormous amount of 'shroom goodness into one delicious serving, sendiing you off to a food coma, full and happy! From her book Big Orange Cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Vegetarian Lasagna With Chavrie Goat Cheese

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:21:43 -0400

This is great for the holidays for Vegetarians! The goat cheese adds a wonderful unique layer of flavor! -- posted by Corrinne J

Pizza With Mushrooms and Artichoke Hearts

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:43:01 -0400

This recipe is from the vegetarian cookbook Mediterranean Harvest. According to the author, it's very popular among Roman pizza parlors. I like to use a blend of wild mushrooms on this. You can use frozen, canned, or fresh artichoke hearts on this. The author also suggested substituting fennel for the artichokes. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Asparagus With Scrambled Eggs

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:43:05 -0400

This recipe is from the vegetarian cookbook Mediterranean Harvest. The asparagus can also be steamed instead of boiled. The eggs may be doubled if you'd like. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Asparagus With Tomato Vinaigrette

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:48:38 -0400

This recipe is from Vegan Italiano. "Serve this versatile recipe as an appetizing antipasto, elegant first course, or tasty side dish." -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Gemelli With Asparagus and Pine Nuts

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:49:34 -0400

This recipe is from Vegan Italiano. "Gemelli is a short braided pasta, ideal for tossing with inch-long asparagus, but any tubular variety--penne is a good choice--will work in this appealing springtime recipe." -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Cauliflower Soup With Parsley

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:53:27 -0400

This recipe is from Vegan Italiano. "This garlicky cauliflower soup is particularly popular in the island of Sardinia. You can control its heat by adjusting the amount of crushed red pepper flakes, or omitting them entirely." -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Macaroni With Artichokes and Olives

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:42:10 -0400

This recipe is from Vegan Italiano. "This versatile recipe from Calabria can be served warm as a main-dish or pasta-course, or chilled as a salad." -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Presto! It's Pesto!

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:55:38 -0400

This is a really simple way to make a quick pesto sauce. -- posted by Cluich

Pressed Cheese Sandwiches

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:37:34 -0400

Simple is the best way to start off a meal. Alex sure knows how to dress a simple sandwich and make it super! :) These are best chilled overnight before cooking, so make the day before eating! Recipe courtesy Alex Guarnaschelli From the new show: Alex's Day Off Episode: Dinner with Friends -- posted by Sharon123

Stuffed Red Peppers With Cheesy Polenta and Green Chiles

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:03:34 -0400

Yum! Red bell peppers stuffed with polenta, chiles, and cheese! Add in a little cream and you have a dish you will love! Adapted from Southern Living Magazine, July 2004 -- posted by Sharon123

Nutty Roasted Garlic Ricotta Spread

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:29:51 -0400

Sounds fabulous and placed here for safe keeping. They suggest serving it on toasted slices of baguette that have been rubbed with raw garlic but I have to imagine it would be great with raw veggies too. Recipe from Sauce Magazine, October 2009. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Marinated Butternut Squash(Scapece Di Zucca)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:37:24 -0500

From the cookbook Today's Kitchen cookbook(America's No. 1 Morning Show) this was made by Mario Batali. Yum! -- posted by Sharon123

Cherry Tomato and Ravioli Soup

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:59:41 -0500

Adapted from a Rachael Ray recipe. -- posted by Lainey6605

Spicy Marinara Sauce

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:55:06 -0500

This is a great sauce for those weekend pasta meals when you have the extra time. My favorite thing about making my own sauce is the aroma that fills your house. Everyone comes to the dinner table hungry. -- posted by Bread 'n Butter

Spaghetti With Braised Kale (Bon Appétit)

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:59:38 -0500

An easy vegetarian (or vegan) recipe from Molly Wizenberg printed in Bon Appétit (October 2009). Lacitano kale is also called Tuscan kale or dinosaur kale. This recipe is very adaptable. You can add shallots, red pepper flakes, or other herbs and spices. Season with salt and pepper. -- posted by blucoat

Tuscan White Bean Ragout

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:31:34 -0500

Eaten on it's own, or used in other dishes, this is good! This hearty stew packs lots of flavor and nutrition! Adapted from The Everything Vegetarian Cookbook by Jay Weinstein. -- posted by Sharon123

Sneaky and Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:15:14 -0500

Lots of nutrition packed into a pasta sauce and nobody needs to know! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Fresh Cavatelli/Cauliflower/Almonds & Toasted Bread Crumbs

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:28:47 -0500

Casareccie Vruocchele e Vredocchie - This dish couldn't be bad if it tried to be! All the ingredients = fabulous! This is from Lidia Bastianich's new cookbook "Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy" and we made this last night and it was awesome! Comfort food, oh yes! :) -- posted by Manami

1-Dish Italian 5-Cheese Pizza Bake

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:59:27 -0500

A quick recipe with only 20 minutes preparation using Fleishchmann's Rapid Rise yeast! -- posted by Sharon123

Pappa Al Pomodoro Alla Jamie Oliver

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:24:09 -0500

From Jamie's Italy - I always add a tablespoon or two of pesto. -- posted by The Impossible Cook

Squash & Leek Lasagna

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 23:06:54 -0500

A huge favorite with non-healthy, picky, and healthy eaters alike. A wonderful combination of fall flavors that will delight your tastebuds! Adapted from Eating Well magazine 2006. This would made a great Thanksgiving or Christmas main dish-or any holiday! -- posted by Sharon123

Italian Tortellini Soup(Vegetarian)

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:30:23 -0500

Cheese-filled tortellini turns this hearty bean and vegetable soup into a family favorite! Add other vegetables of your choice. You can add vegetarian sausage to this if you wish! :) From Cambell's. -- posted by Sharon123

Crescent Holiday Surprise

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:03:18 -0500

Just unveiled at the Thanksgiving Day parade. Chef Marcel Cocit offers an easy holiday Crescent recipe bursting with bold, savory flavors. Great for any holiday! -- posted by Sharon123

Zucchini Parmesan

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 12:59:26 -0500

Wonderful vegetarian dish! Number of servings is an estimate, since it will depend on how big the zucchinis are. -- posted by The Wallaces

Skim Milk Granita

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:47:44 -0500

Have a vanilla ice cream craving? Well, this is a course granita like they make in Palermo. It is also fat free and low in calories. To make this recipe, you need a blender that can crush ice. -- posted by krolek

Sicilian Style Roasted Vegetables With Balsamic Syrup

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:59:15 -0500

One of the winning recipes from up and coming student chefs! This would be a great side dish for the holidays! Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Butternut Squash and Potatoes With Rosemary

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:15:17 -0500

From the Italian Slow Cooker by Michele Scicolone. It's wonderful to be able to use the slow cooker to make side dishes, especially on those occasions when the oven is engaged by the main event. You cannot go wrong with butternut squash, potatoes and rosemary. While this appears in an Italian cookbook, the ingreidets are very familiar to North Americans, as well. -- posted by duonyte

Gluten-Free Pizza (Hertzberg & Francois Crusty Boule)

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:30:59 -0500

As mentioned in my other GF pizza dough recipe (Recipe #402987 #402987), this is from "Healthy Bread in 5 Minutes a Day" by Jeff Hertzberg & Zoe Francois. They seem to favor their olive bread recipe for pizza, but I've found both outstanding. There are a couple of things that set this apart from other pizza dough recipes: this is a no-knead recipe, so it's easy on your hands (especially important if you also have arthritis) and it can be refrigerated for use in other recipes (bread, crackers) for about 7 days. I don't have experience in freezing it, but will update this later with info (or perhaps other zaar readers can comment ...). This recipe makes enough dough for 8 12-14" pizzas -- you need about 1/2 pound per pizza. Doing a little math, if you want 3" mini-pizzas (the size of a bagel or English muffin), you'll get about 16 mini-pizzas from a 1/2 pound lump of dough ... or about 128 from a full recipe! According to Jeff and Zoe, this recipe is easily doubled or halved. The prep time is estimated assuming you have made the dough previously (i.e, it is refrigerated and you are starting at step 9). If you are making the dough from scratch for immediate use (i.e., starting from step 1), the prep time is about 2 1/2 hours additional, of which only 1/2 hour is active chef prep. The nutritional analysis is for the dough only and doesn't include the pizza toppings. -- posted by Gandalf The White

Roasted Portabello Caprese

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:05:49 -0500

This recipe is simple and elegant, and of course delicious! I found this in the Martha Stewart magazine, had 1 bite and fell in love! The combination of balsamic and basil and tomatoes and mushroom and cheese is heaven on earth... Makes a great starter and is very light. This recipe is for one, just multiply ingredients by how many people you are serving. -- posted by Dee Licious

Savory Sun Dried Tomato Dip

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:38:56 -0500

Recipe from GoodSeasons.com as it's a super fast and easy dip made with Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing and Recipe Mix. Dip may be made up to 2 days before serving. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Boxing Day Festive Roast Pumpkin and Cheese Lasagne - Lasagna

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:27:54 -0500

Roasted pumpkin and creamy cheese lasagne (lasagna); a Boxing Day special - although I have made this for Christmas Eve too! This is a wonderful addition to the festive vegetarian table, but is ALSO hugely popular with meat eaters. This is my adapted version of Nigella Lawson's pumpkin lasagne; I have changed a few of the methods and added (as well as omitted) a few ingredients! Boxing day is the day after Christmas day, also called St Stephens Day the 26th December; it is a public holiday in the UK and most Commonwealth countries.generally a turkey curry day, or a turkey-free day, one of the two! Serve this with a large bowl of salad and some crusty bread for mopping up the delicious sauce. -- posted by French Tart

Chocolate & Walnut Crêpes/Palacinke (Lidia Bastianich)

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:43:58 -0500

These crêpes are often served with only a sprinkle of sugar or a bit of home-preserved fruits. Sometimes palacinke were more elaborate: filled with ricotta and baked or layered like a cake with different fillings in between. But the most luxuriousand Lidia's favouriteare palacinke spread with melted chocolate. You can use this recipe with any spread you like. This recipe is from her cookbook, "Lidia's Italy: 140 Simple and Delicious Recipes from the Ten Places in Italy Lidia Loves Most". -- posted by blucoat

Caponata Picnic Sandwiches

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:00:56 -0500

Received in an email from Gourmet-recipes-from-around-the-world. The provenance was listed as from The Sun News, Myrtle Beach, SC, May 28, 2008. Plan to use this as a tightly wrapped hiker's sandwich over the holidays on fresh home made ciabatta. Will be breaking out next summer to use eggplant, tomatoes & peppers from the garden too! -- posted by Buster's friend

Brownie Alpine Biscotti

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:12:17 -0500

"I love visiting with friends over a pot of coffee, so I developed these crisp, chocolaty cookies to munch along with each cup," comments Jeanie Williams of Minnetonka, Minnesota. Brownie mix makes them easy to stir up, and a white chocolate and almond topping adds a festive look. From Taste of Home 25 top favorites! A reviewer said she love them but makes them without the white chocolate because they store better. -- posted by Sharon123

Toasted Pistachio-Cheese Arancini

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:41:11 -0500

Staff Favorite, Make-Ahead, Vegetarian and absolutely delicious! :) This recipe for arancini - fried risotto balls - comes from Renato Poliafito, who got it from his Sicilian cousin, Emmanuelle Samtifillipo. These arancini are the size of tangerines filled with creamy cheesy rice, studded with nuts and green peas and encased in a crunchy crust. Food & Wine Magazine, December 2009 edition. -- posted by Manami

Spicy Tomato Sauce

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:24:15 -0500

I use this basic tomato sauce as a base for any recipe that calls for tomato sauce. I freeze 2 cup batches and defrost them as needed for the recipe I'm making. I then tailor the sauce to my flavor needs for the recipe, adding herbs and spices as needed. This works so well, I haven't purchased jarred spaghetti sauce in months. -- posted by Nicole Neumann

Super Easy, Super Hearty Spaghetti Sauce

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:39:38 -0500

I don't like a plain ol' can of spaghetti sauce on my pasta, but I don't really have the patience or skill to make my own from scratch. So how about a nice compromise? No one will recognize this as stuff from a jar after you add your own touches! Here's how I make my own healthy, delicious sauce. (Try it on cooked spaghetti squash for a nice change!) -- posted by FabulousBigNiki

Olive Garden Portobello Mushrooms With Mozzarella

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 23:01:07 -0500