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Italian Stuffed Peppers

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:33:04 +0000

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Italian Stuffed Peppers

Italian Stuffed Peppers

Easy Italian Stuffed Peppers is a delicious & cheesy dish that is sure to become a staple in your family’s dinner rotation. The Easy Cheesy Italian Stuffed Peppers recipe is packed with flavor and is simple to create. So, let’s get started!

Cheesy Italian Stuffed Peppers

Serves 4 – 6

4 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced horizontally and free from seeds

1 onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 Carrots, diced

3 Celery Stalks, diced

1 lb. ground meat of choice, beef, chicken, or turkey

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

1 cup rice, cooked

1 cup Ricotta cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning, dried

Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees

In a large pan over medium-high heat, add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is soft and translucent about 3 – 5 minutes.
Add celery and carrots and continue to cook until vegetables are soft.
Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
Add 1 can of diced tomatoes for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked rice, Ricotta cheese, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.

Prepare the Peppers

Cut the bell peppers in half and remove the seeds and membranes. Place in a baking dish.
Once the filling is ready, spoon the filling into each of the Bell Pepper cavities.
Sprinkle shredded Mozzarella on top of each Bell Pepper.
Cover the Stuffed Bell Peppers with oil-sprayed aluminum foil.
Place the Stuffed Bell Peppers in the oven and bake for 20 – 30 minutes or longer if the filling is cold or from the freezer.
Remove the foil for the last 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with Fresh Parsley and serve the stuffed peppers.

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Game Day Sliders

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 16:51:42 +0000

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Game Day Sliders

Game Day Sliders

Game day doesn’t have to mean boring snacks! Spice up your next gathering with two delicious slider recipes everyone will love: meatball sliders and Italian cold-cut sliders. The meatball sliders are the perfect combination of classic Italian flavors. For a unique twist on the classic slider, try Italian cold-cut sliders. These gameday sliders are sure to be a hit with your guests. They are simple to prepare yet packed with flavor. Enjoy!

Italian Meatball Sliders

Ingredient amounts will vary to how many sandwiches you are making and the amount you prefer.

Meatballs

Tomato Sauce

Mozzarella Cheese, shredded

Parmesan Cheese, grated

Fresh Basil, chiffonade

Hawaiian Dinner Rolls, cut in half widthwise

Spread Tomato sauce over the bottom layer of dinner rolls.
Place 1 meatball per roll.
Add more sauce on top of the meatballs.
Add Mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and sliced basil all over the meatballs.
Place the top layer of dinner rolls on the meatballs.
Brush melted butter on top of the rolls.
Cover with foil and place in the oven for 25 – 30 minutes, depending on the temperature of the meatballs.

Italian Sliders

Ingredient amounts will vary to how many sandwiches you are making and the amount you prefer.

Mortadella

Dried Salami

Soppressata

Roasted Peppers

Pepperoncini

Provolone Cheese Slices

Hawaiian Dinner Rolls, cut in half widthwise

Dressing

¼ cup Mayonnaise

2 Tablespoons Lemon Salad Dressing

Blend to combine.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

Spread Mayo dressing all over the bottom layer of dinner rolls.
Layer the meats; Mortadella, Salami, and Soppressata
Layer the Roasted peppers and Pepperoncini.
Layer the Cheese
Place the top layer of dinner rolls on top of the meat and cheese.
Brush on the remaining mayonnaise sauce.
Cover with foil and place in the oven for 25 – 30 minutes.

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Italian Meatballs

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 16:04:27 +0000

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Italian Meatballs

Italian Meatballs

These are the most delicious, authentic Italian meatballs. This recipe is easy to follow, and the meatballs come out juicy, flavorful, and tender. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, this dish will impress your guests. All you need is a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience to make these mouth-watering meatballs. Whether you serve them with spaghetti, or as a standalone dish, they are sure to be a hit. So, grab your apron, and let’s get started!

Original Italian Meatballs Easy Recipe

Serves 4 – 6

Meatball Ingredients

¾ Cup Breadcrumbs

1 pound of Beef, Ground

1 pound of Italian Sausage, Ground

1 pound of Turkey, Ground

½ Cup Parmesan Cheese

½ Cup Cubes of Day-Old Bread, softened (see the video if unsure how to do this)

1 Egg

4 Cloves Garlic, Minced

2 tablespoon Parsley

1 Teaspoon Oregano

½ Teaspoon Salt

¼ Teaspoon Pepper

Sauce Ingredients

1 Onion, diced

4 cloves Garlic, minced

2 48 oz cans of Tomato Sauce

Salt and Pepper to taste

In a large bowl, add all of the Meatball Ingredients and mix to evenly incorporate all the ingredients.
On a baking sheet, begin to roll the meatballs in even amounts of meat and place on the sheet pan until ready to cook. Note: dampen hands in water to avoid the meat from sticking to your hands. Set aside when completed.
In a large high-sided sauté pan or sauce pot, place a few tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent.
Add Tomato Sauce and stir to incorporate.
Once the sauce is hot, begin by placing the meatballs in the pan. Shake the pot a bit if you need the meatballs to reposition themselves. Do not stir as it will break the meatballs. Once all the meatballs are in the pot, cover and have the heat at medium-low heat. After about 15 minutes, the meatballs should be set and they can be gently moved around with a spoon.
Taste for doneness and any additional salt and pepper in the sauce.
Enjoy!

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Easy Pizza Bites

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:05:25 +0000

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Easy Pizza Bites

Easy Pizza Bites

Get ready for the ultimate snack with these delicious pizza bites! Made with mini pizza crusts, marinara sauce, and your favorite toppings, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, game day, or any time you’re craving a little pizza. Follow our easy recipe and have fun customizing with your favorite toppings. These pizza bites are sure to be a hit with family and friends!

Pizza Bites

Serves 4 – 6

Pizza Dough

½ cup of Pizza Sauce

1 ½ cups Mozzarella cheese, grated

½ teaspoon Oregano, dried

½ cup Pepperoni, diced, optional

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Roll out the pizza dough on an oiled base about ¼” thick.
Cut into vertical and horizontal stripes creating 1” cubes. Place in a bowl.
Add Sauce, Cheese, Oregano, and Pepperoni in the bowl with dough and toss to evenly incorporate.
In a greased muffin tin, add the pizza dough filling the cups about ¾ of the way full.
Place in the oven and cook for 20-30 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

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Cauliflower Side Dish Recipes

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 18:13:32 +0000

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Cauliflower Side Dish Recipes

Cauliflower Side Dish Recipes

These are 2 of the Best Cauliflower Recipes that I make for my family. They are Fail-Proof Easy Cauliflower recipes that come out Perfect every time. If you are looking for a stress-free Easy recipe that you can add to your Holiday Dinner Side Dish Menu or want to change up your routine nightly side dishes, then you need to try these!

Baked Cauliflower

Serves 4 – 6

1 head of Cauliflower

1 (12 oz) Bag of Frozen Corn, thawed

4 Eggs

¾ Cup of Milk

1 Cup of Heavy Cream

½ Cup Butter, melted

⅓ Cup Flour

1 teaspoon Baking Powder

1 teaspoon Salt

½ teaspoon Pepper

Garnish

Fresh Chives, minced

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

Place a pot filled with salted water over medium-high heat to boil.
Separate the cauliflower florets from the stem.
Once the water is boiling, add the Cauliflower Florets to the salted water and cook for about 3 minutes.
Drain the Cauliflower and set aside.
In a blender add the remaining ingredients. Blend until all the corn is pureed.
In a greased 9 x 13 pan, add the drained cauliflower and blended corn puree. Make sure all the cauliflower is covered.
Garnish with fresh chives and cracked pepper.
Place in the oven to cook for 35 – 40 minutes or until golden brown on top.
Cool before serving and enjoy!

Cauliflower Antipasto

Serves 4 – 6

1 head of Cauliflower

1 Red Pepper, Roasted and diced

½ cup Kalamata Olives

¼ cup Fresh Parsley, chopped

1 Lemon, Zest

Salt and Pepper to taste

Place a pot filled with salted water over medium-high heat to boil.
Separate the cauliflower florets from the stem.
Once the water is boiling, add the florets to the salted water and cook for about 5 – 7 minutes or until the cauliflower is to your liking.
Drain the Cauliflower and place it in an ice-cold water bath to stop from cooking. When the Cauliflower is cooled, drain again to remove all water.
Once the Cauliflower is cool and drained, add it to a large bowl. Add the Red Peppers, Olives, Parsley, Lemon Zest Dressing, and Salt and Pepper. Mix to evenly coat the Cauliflower with all the ingredients.
If serving this as a salad, it can be placed in the refrigerator to chill or kept at room temperature for a side dish.
Enjoy!

Dressing

½ cup Olive Oil

1 Lemon, juiced (about 3 Tablespoons)

1 Tablespoons Mustard

1 teaspoon Salt

½ teaspoon Pepper

Place all in a bowl and whisk until emulsified.

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Cheesy Artichoke and Chicken Tart

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:28:48 +0000

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Cheesy Artichoke and Chicken Tart

Cheesy Artichoke and Chicken Tart

Serves 4 – 6

1 sheet Puff pastry, thawed

1 Egg, beaten (use some for puff pastry and use the rest for filling)

½ cup Ricotta cheese

4 oz Mozzarella, shredded

¼ cup Sour Cream

1 Tablespoon Fresh Herbs of choice, Parsley, Thyme, Oregano, Chives, chopped, plus garnish

1 Lemon zest

1 teaspoon Salt

½ teaspoon Pepper

½ cup – 1 Cup Chicken, shredded or cubed

1 – 14 oz can Artichoke hearts, canned, quartered

1 Tablespoon Capers, drained

Parmesan, finely grated (optional)

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees

Place a sheet of puff pastry on a piece parchment paper, each about the same size. With a rolling pin, lightly press the puff pastry to even the dough out. Using a paring knife, gently score a 2-inch border around edges of the puff pastry. Brush the outside border of the puff pastry with the egg wash. Transfer the puff pastry to the baking sheet pan.
In a bowl, add the remaining Egg, Ricotta Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Sour Cream, Chopped Herbs, Lemon Zest, Salt And Pepper and thoroughly mix to incorporate.
Place all the cheese filling in the center of the puff pastry. Using an off-set spatula, evenly spread the cheese filling inside the border. Ensure that the outside border has only the egg wash on it.
On top of the cheese filling, add the artichokes, chicken and capers.
Place in the oven and cook for until the bottom and top of pastry is golden brown, about 30 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes.
To finish off the Cheesy Tart, garnish with Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Parsley, Drizzle of Olive Oil, and Finishing Salt.
Transfer to a cutting board, cut into pieces, and serve.

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Easy Ratatouille

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Sat, 08 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0000

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Easy Ratatouille

Easy Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a classic stew made from the summer harvest of vegetables. This is a perfect meal as everything is made in one pot. Easy Ratatouille is a colorful combination of tomatoes, eggplant, garlic, onion, zucchini, bell pepper, and fresh herbs. A perfect way to display your garden harvest. Ratatouille can be served in so many ways. It can be the main meal, served as a side dish with grilled steak, oven-roasted chicken, used as a filler for crepes, omelets, or just a fantastic-tasting vegetarian dish with a side of fresh bread. The possibilities are endless.

Easy Ratatouille

Serves 4 – 6

Olive Oil, as needed

4 Small Zucchini. cubed

2 Small Eggplants, cubed

4 Large Ripe Tomatoes, seeded and cubed

1 Onion, diced

2 Bell Peppers, cubed

3 Garlic Cloves, minced

1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste

1/2 Cup Liquid, i.e. Broth, Wine Or Water

Optional

Capers

Kalamata Olives

Fresh Herbs, i.e. Basil, Oregano, Parsley

In a sauté pan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add zucchini to the sauté pan with some salt. Cook for about 5 minutes. Once the zucchini is cooked, place it in a large bowl and return the sauté pan back to the stove.
Repeat this process for the Eggplant and Tomatoes.
Add a little bit of Olive Oil, Onions, Garlic, and Salt to the sauté pan. Cook for a couple of minutes and then add the Bell Peppers. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes.
Add Tomato Paste and cook for a minute or so to evenly incorporate throughout the vegetables.
Add the rest of the cooked vegetables and add to the sauté pan. Gently stir to evenly incorporate and continue to finalize the cooking process for a few more minutes. Taste for Salt and Pepper.
When ready to serve, add to your plate and garnish.

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Zucchini Fritters

greenolivecooking_6ebtlh — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 03:21:00 +0000

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Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritters

EASY Zucchini Fritters are a quick dinner. Common Zucchini questions people ask me is, why are my Zucchini Fritters falling apart? Are Zucchini Fritters healthy? How do you keep Fritters crispy? What can I serve with Zucchini Fritters? Why is my Zucchini dish watery? These EASY Zucchini Fritters are a QUICK HEALTHY DINNER that is unbelievably easy to make, low carb, and a great way to sneak in some veggies! In this video, I will be answering all these questions.

Zucchini Fritters

Serves 4 – 6

1 pound Zucchini, grated

10 oz bag of Riced Veggies, drained

1 Carrot, grated

½ Bell Pepper, diced

½ small Onion, diced

¼ cup Flour

¼ cup grated Parmesan

1 large Egg, beaten

2 cloves Garlic, minced

Salt and Pepper to taste

Olive Oil, for frying

Place grated zucchini and rice veggies in a colander over the sink. Add salt and gently toss to combine; let sit for 10 minutes. Using a clean dish towel or cheesecloth, drain the zucchini completely.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Scoop tablespoons of batter for each fritter, flattening with a spatula, and cook until the underside is nicely golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side, about 1-2 minutes longer.
Garnish with Sour Cream and serve immediately.

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