I have quite the love affair with both soup and lasagna. (My husband is fully aware of these ongoing affairs and he’s cool with it.) Even though my lasagna love is strong, I don’t always have the motivation or time to make it. So I improvise. Case in point, lazy ravioli lasagna, individual spaghetti squash lasagnas, and now this delicious lasagna soup.ContinueContinue reading “Lasagna Soup”
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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Why are these the pancakes that you’ll be making the next time you make pancakes? Because lemon and ricotta is a delicious combination. Because you know you want to make a batch of pancakes that are a little bit different than the the normal ones. Because it’s been too long since you actually made pancakes.ContinueContinue reading “Lemon Ricotta Pancakes”
Italian Sausage, Kale and White Bean Soup
(New Years day, 2013) While watching his beloved Stanford Cardinal lose in the Rose Bowl, our friend declares, “this is the best soup I’ve ever had.” (I can’t remember the specific below zero windchill day in the month of February, 2014) My fiance came in from the cold to find this soup cooking. HeContinueContinue reading “Italian Sausage, Kale and White Bean Soup”
Stove-top Gnocchi (not mac) and Cheese with Peas
Fun enough for the kids. Just grown up enough for the adult palate as well. So simple to make. Ready for it? Sure you are. This is a fun twist on macaroni and cheese. I like creating an opportunity to introduce children to new foods and expand their palates, while simultaneously eating something with a senseContinueContinue reading “Stove-top Gnocchi (not mac) and Cheese with Peas”
Lamb Shanks with Parmesan Polenta and Mushrooms
Time to talk lamb shanks? Why, yes. Yes it is. From the lower section of the leg, lamb shanks are a full-flavored cut of meat. They do, however, require a bit of love and attention to bring out their full potential. These shanks are first browned in veg oil. This gives them color while enhancingContinueContinue reading “Lamb Shanks with Parmesan Polenta and Mushrooms”
Pressed Italian Sandwich
Food tastes better when eaten outdoors. That’s just a universally known scientific fact. Some of my fondest memories have involved food being enjoyed outdoors. Whether gathered around my dad’s grill listening to the sizzle of his famous chicken or ribs, twirling spaghetti on the patio of my favorite restaurant, or the simple pleasure ofContinueContinue reading “Pressed Italian Sandwich”
Spinach and Ricotta Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)
Here I go again. Overhauling one of Grandma’s classic recipes. I just can’t help myself. Grandma’s consists of ground beef, a pack of onion soup mix, and a ketchup-brown sugar glaze. I lightened it up, and increased the flavor (sign of the times). Mine has ground turkey, spinach, ricotta, parmesan, onion, garlic, herbs and spices.ContinueContinue reading “Spinach and Ricotta Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)”
Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf Muffins
I live for the weekends! Especially weekends with good friends, good food, and plenty of time outdoors. Chicago is in the prime of autumn right now. The leaves have reached their peak colors, so a long walk around the neighborhood was on the agenda yesterday. It almost felt like we were walking through aContinueContinue reading “Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf Muffins”
Spaghetti with Turkey & Zucchini Meatballs
I must have been Italian in a past life. I love cooking spaghetti and meatballs. The actual process of cooking this meal is so enjoyable. I think I enjoy the cooking as much as I enjoy the eating (and I DO enjoy the eating). Preparing a homemade marinara sauce and rolling up delicate littleContinueContinue reading “Spaghetti with Turkey & Zucchini Meatballs”
Orecchiette with Italian Sausage and Broccoli
Looking for a quick, satisfying weeknight pasta meal? Here ya go. A wonderfully light and flavorful sauce is created by combining Italian sausage, loads of fresh garlic, shallots, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs. When the pasta is added to the saute pan, it absorbs some of the sauce. ThisContinueContinue reading “Orecchiette with Italian Sausage and Broccoli”
Emily Always Cooks 