Author: CookDiaries

Pasta

Pastitsio | baked greek pasta with lamb

A delicious Greek inspired, baked pasta dish made with penne pasta, lamb bolognese and a béchamel sauce. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, diced 2 pounds ground lamb ( or use half ground beef or ground turkey )  2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste 6 cloves garlic, rough chopped, or 2 tablespoons granulated garlic […]

Seafood

Lemon-crumbed fish with fennel, parsley and caper salad

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped Finely grated zest of 2 lemons, plus lemon juice to drizzle 1 cup (70g) fresh breadcrumbs 2 tsp chopped lemon thyme or regular thyme leaves 2 tbs grated parmesan 4 x 200g skinless, boneless firm white fish fillets […]

Desserts

HEALTHY FROZEN STRAWBERRY DESSERT RECIPE

Ingredients: For the crumbs: 6 Tbsp Ghee, melted 1 1/2 Cups Oat Flour (GF if needed) 1/2 Cup Coconut sugar, packed 3/4 Cup Pecans finely chopped For the filling: 2 Egg whites 3/4 Cup Monkfruit (or granulated sweetener of choice) 15 oz Frozen whole strawberries partially thawed 2 Tbsp Lemon juice Instructions: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, mix together all of the crumb ingredients. Spread the crumbs evenly onto a baking sheet and bake until […]

Dinner & Lunch

Classic Cheese Lasagna

What You Need: 1 container (32 oz.) POLLY-O Original Ricotta Cheese 3 cups KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided 1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 egg, beaten 1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce 12 lasagna noodles, cooked Let’s Make It: […]

Breakfast

Sheepherder’s Breakfast

Ingredients: Directions3/4 pound bacon strips, finely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 8 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Directions: In a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup […]

Desserts

Apricot and raspberry clafoutis

This gorgeous French dessert recipe, traditionally made with cherries, gets a seasonal twist with sweet apricots and raspberries. The fruit is cooked in a light batter which becomes puffed and golden in the oven – serve warm with ice cream for a delicious summer treat. Ingredients: 50g butter, plus extra for greasing 375g apricots (about […]

Pasta

Pasta with Sausage, Basil and Mustard

Ingredients: 1 pound penne, rigatoni or medium shells 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 8 hot Italian sausages, meat removed from casings and crumbled (about 1 1/2 pounds) 3/4 cup dry white wine 3/4 cup heavy cream 3 tablespoons grainy mustard Pinch of crushed red pepper 1 cup thinly sliced basil How to Make It: Step: […]

Desserts

Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake

INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray3  (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened1 c.  granulated sugar2  large eggs1/4 c.  sour cream1 1/2 tbsp.  all-purpose flour1 tsp.  peppermint extract1 tsp.  pure vanilla extract1/4 tsp.  kosher salt1/2 c.  chopped chocolate, plus more for garnish1/2 c.  chopped white chocolate, plus more for garnish1/2 c.  chopped candy canes, plus more for garnish DIRECTIONS : […]

Dinner & Lunch

Quick Fish Tacos

“This simple yet scrumptious recipe has a nice kick and is a house favorite. Delicious!” Ingredients: 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream 2 tablespoons lime juice salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 jalapeno pepper, halved lengthwise 2 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage 4 green onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound tilapia 4 green […]

Appetizers

Cheese Ball Bites

These easy bites are perfect for literally any occasion. We love their little pretzel handles, but feel free to leave them out!  If preparing them the night before, refrigerate until 1 hour before serving, then remove from fridge and let come to room temperature.  INGREDIENTS :. 8 slices bacon 1 1/2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, […]