The Best Baked Ziti - Food Wishes
If there’s a large Italian-American community near where you live, there’s a great chance you’re familiar with baked ziti. Done right, it’s a real crowd pleaser, and an easier to make alternative to lasagna. And what does “done right” mean? You’re about to see. Enjoy!
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The Insanely Delicious Unknown Italian Rice Dish
Today we're making riso al forno. This Italian baked rice dish is made with arborio rice and the most delicious meat sauce along with tons of cheese. I hope you enjoy it!
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INGREDIENTS WITH GRAM AMOUNTS
For the sauce
2 tablespoons ( 28g) olive oil
1 medium onion - diced
5 cloves garlic - sliced
2 or 3 small anchovy fillets - optional
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes - optional
2 pounds (908g) ground chuck
3 ounces tomato paste
2 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes - hand crushed or blender pulsed
salt and pepper - to taste
For the riso al forno
2 1/2 cups (500g) Arborio rice
2 cups frozen peas - thawed (or microwaved for 2 minutes)
2 cups (230g) scamorza - shredded
1/4 packed cup basil leaves - chopped
3/4 cup (70g) Pecorino Romano - grated
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Spicy Italian Chicken Casserole
A hearty Italian casserole made with crispy chicken in a tomato sauce with olives, capers and capsicum / bell peppers. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread!
How To Make THE BEST Baked Spaghetti | Easy & Cheesy Spaghetti Recipe #MrMakeItHappen
Baked Spaghetti was one of the very first things I learned to cook when I moved out on my own. Back then I just dumped a jar of Ragu on some noodles and topped it with cheddar cheese, lol. Today though, I show you guys how to really elevate this childhood classic! Let's #MakeItHappen
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Shopping List:
1 28oz can Tomato Sauce
1 28oz can chopped tomatoes
1 onion
1 bell pepper
4 cloves minced garlic
1 lb ground beef 80/20
1 lb mild italian sausage
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup dry red wine
italian seasoning
red pepper flakes
salt/pepper/garlic/onion powder
2 pinches of sugar
fresh basil
2 tbsps tomato paste
1 package spaghetti
2 tbsps butter
salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder
sugar as needed to balance acidity
basil
Shredded cheddar cheese (enough to top the pasta before it goes into the oven - 1-2 cups)
Cheese Layer:
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
16 oz Mozzarella cheese (save some for the top)
1/2 cup sour cream
5.2 oz boursin garlic and herb cheese
fresh chopped parsley
salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder
sugar as needed to balance acidity
Directions:
Start by making your pasta sauce. Heat olive oil in a dutch oven or sauce pot and add onion and bell pepper over medium heat. Once the veggies are tender (after about 3-4 minutes) - add in your ground beef and italian sausage. Cook the meat until fully cooked and begin to season with all purpose seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder) red pepper flakes, and italian seasoning. Next, add in garlic paste and tomato paste and mix to combine. Cook 1-2 minutes and then deglaze with red wine or chicken stock. Bring to a boil and then add in your tomato sauce and chopped or crushed tomatoes. Allow the sauce to come up to a simmer and cover with a lid (on low heat) and simmer for at least 30-45 minutes and up to 1-2 hours - stirring occasionally. Add fresh Basil leaves for added flavor. Add sugar as needed to balance the acidity (should only need a pinch or two)
In a separate mixing bowl, add your cheese layer ingredients and mix to combine. Season to taste and refrigerate until needed. Boil pasta to package instructions.
In a casserole dish, add a thin layer of meat sauce to the bottom and then add sauce to your spaghetti noodles to coat. Add a layer of sauced spaghetti and then your cheese layer - top with shredded cheese. Add another layer of spaghetti and top with a thin layer of meat sauce and shredded cheese. Bake on 375 for 30 minutes or until browned and bubbling.
Italian Casserole
Italian sausage casserole is savory and delicious. The dish consists of beautifully spiced Italian sausages combined with a perfectly spiced tomato sauce, elbow pasta, and caramelized onions. To top this casserole off, mozzarella cheese is marbled over the top. Watch the video and give our Italian sausage casserole a try.
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Zesty Italian Sausage Rice Casserole - 30 Minute Midweek
As always, we bring you delicious and budget-friendly meals that are perfect for busy weeknights! Today, we're sharing our zesty Italian rice casserole that will certainly become a family favourite.
It's an easy-to-make casserole packed with flavour that can be whipped up in no time. It's a perfect way to use up leftover rice and transform it into a hearty meal. We've added some zesty Italian flavours to this dish to give it a little extra kick.
In this recipe, we've used simple and affordable ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store or even in your pantry. It's a great way to stay within your budget while still enjoying a delicious meal. Plus, it's a perfect way to make sure you're getting all of your food groups in one dish.
Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to make our zesty Italian rice casserole. We hope you enjoy this budget-friendly meal and don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more recipes like this one!
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00:00 Introduction
00:21 Preparing and frying the sausage
01:07 Adding the veggies
01:47 Adding the seasoning
02:31 The rice tomatoes and stock
03:10 Simmering the dish
03:27 Into the casserole dish
04:21 Back into the oven
04:32 The outcome
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