Thanksgiving is around the corner so for the next three weeks I will be sharing side recipes for your Thanksgiving meal. These recipes are going to be easy and many will be make-ahead or quick leave alone recipes. This one is Crock-Pot® Spinach Baked Ziti. I used gluten-free penne pasta but it can easily be changed…
Pasta
Pesto Sausage Pasta Sauce Freezer Meal Recipe
Making sauces for freezer meals is not only healthy but also easy to do. This week I made a pesto sausage pasta sauce that can freeze for later use. Here’s how I made this one. Pesto Sausage Pasta Sauce Freezer Meal Simple Ingredients: Homemade Pesto (1.5 cup basil-fresh, 1/4-1/2 cup olive oil, 2 Tbsp of…
Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Recipe
When growing up, I had my fair share of broccoli rabe. It is a little bitter, but if you buy it in season, you will see why Italians love broccoli rabe. This Sausage and Broccoli Rabe recipe is one I modified from my mom’s version. It’s delicious on quinoa or rice or even pasta. Ingredients:…
Homemade Italian Meatballs Recipe for a Crowd
Whether you are having several people over for a graduation party or just a fundraiser at your kids’ school, this homemade Italian Meatballs Recipe for a crowd is the most delicious recipe you can make. And it is easy too. It freezes well. Natural ingredients: 5 lb meatball or meatloaf mix 10 Tbsp Romano grated…
How to Make Dairy Free Mac and Beans recipe
I’m a big fan of mac and cheese, but since I can’t have cheese and don’t want to substitute the cheese with other alternative cheeses, I figure I can make my version of Mac and Cheese. It’s called Mac and Beans. You see, beans are quite starchy which helps make a nice thicker sauce to…
