Category: Recipe
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Sauteed Beet Pasta in a Cream Sauce
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in RecipeThis is a great vegetarian pasta that uses the beets and the greens in one tasty dish. Begin by removing the greens from the beets and scrubbing the bulbs. Wrap the bulbs in foil and roast in a 400 degree oven until you can easily pierce with a knife (40 minutes to an hour). Then…
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Pasta Fazul
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in RecipeWhile there are a lot of versions of Pasta Fazul, I prefer this simple version. It is quick to put together and very satisfying. Dice the bacon and add to a pot to cook and render out the fat. When the bacon is crisp, remove and set aside to garnish each serving. Add the smashed…
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Fast Beef Stew
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in RecipeSince I prepare roast beef ahead of time (https://mangiavita.com/2023/08/18/cooked-shredded-beef-prep/ ) and keep it in the freezer, this is one of the ways it can be used to make another full meal. Drizzle a little olive oil into a pot and saute the shallot and the garlic clove until softened. Add red wine and allow to…
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Fried Chicken
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in RecipeMaking homemade fried foods can be messy and tricky, but I feel like homemade fried chicken can be worth the hassle. Here is how I tackle it: I typically only fry chicken tenders, and I usually cut them up so it is more like nuggets. So cut up your chicken tenders into 1 inch pieces…
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Cooked Shredded Beef Prep
Similar to how I prepare pork (method here: https://mangiavita.com/2023/08/17/pork-prep/ ), I like having ready-to-go meat in my freezer at any given time. Sometimes the meat is raw, but it is faster to make a lot of meals if the meat is already cooked and just needs to be reheated. I buy large packs of beef…
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Pork Prep
I like having ready-to-go meat in my freezer at any given time. Sometimes the meat is raw, but it is faster to make a lot of meals if the meat is already cooked and just needs to be reheated. I buy large packs of pork meat from Costco, typically boneless spareribs are the easiest to…
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French Toast
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in RecipeMix the eggs and milk together well in a measuring cup and strain through a small strainer into a shallow bowl, then mix in the vanilla and cinnamon. I do this to remove the stickier bits of the egg that can glob onto the bread. Heat a griddle pan on medium/low and melt about a…
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Pico De Gallo
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in RecipeThis is my mom’s favorite salsa. Dice all of the ingredients, making sure to cut the jalapenos and scallions very small. Mix well, taste for seasoning and spice. Adjust if necessary.
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Tuna Salad
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in RecipeThis is a classic Tuna Salad for sandwiches. Mix well and serve on toasted bread.