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Slow Cooker Parmesan-Garlic Quick Bread

Slow Cooker Parmesan-Garlic Quick Bread

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
60 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Generously grease the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray. Set aside 1 tablespoon each of Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses.
  2. 2 Combine baking mix, milk, remaining Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses, egg whites, minced onion, and garlic salt in a bowl until well mixed. Pour into the prepared slow cooker and sprinkle reserved Parmesan and Cheddar over top.
  3. 3 Cook on High until bread is cooked through, about 1 hour.

By FOURBGIRL

Jalapeño-Ham Mini Corn Muffins

Jalapeño-Ham Mini Corn Muffins

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray 18 mini muffin cups with nonstick spray.
  2. 2 Blend muffin mix, milk, and egg in a bowl; batter will be slightly lumpy.
  3. 3 Spray a skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add ham, jalapeño peppers, onion, and corn kernels; sauté for 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir ham mixture into the muffin batter. Fold in Monterey Jack cheese. Use a 1-tablespoon scoop to fill each prepared muffin cup about 3/4 full.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of each muffin comes out clean and muffins are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove corn muffins from the pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.

By lutzflcat

Spicy Fennel Bread

Spicy Fennel Bread

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
60 min
Total
710 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, yeast, and sugar in a measuring cup. Mix well. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Whisk flour, fennel seeds, salt, red pepper flakes, onion, and garlic together in a large bowl making sure any flour clumps are broken up. Slowly pour in yeast mixture; stir.
  3. 3 Knead dough by hand until well combined and an even consistency is reached. Transfer dough to an oiled bowl, turn to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap; rest on the countertop, 10 to 14 hours.
  4. 4 Turn dough out onto the counter; knead once more. Let rise, 30 to 60 minutes.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Sprinkle bottom of an oven-safe Dutch oven with flour, cover with the lid, place in the oven while preheating.
  6. 6 Remove Dutch oven from oven. Carefully place dough in the pot; cover with the lid.
  7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the lid; continue to bake until golden, about 30 minutes more. Transfer to a rack to cool.

By Marvelous Munch

Pesarattu

Pesarattu

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
290 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the lentils and rice into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 4 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Blend the lentils, rice, green chile peppers, and ginger together into a smooth paste using a blender or food processor. Stir the cumin seed and salt into the paste.
  3. 3 Prepare a flat griddle (tawa) or large, flat-bottomed skillet and place over medium-low heat. Ladle the lentil batter onto the middle of the heated surface and spread into a thin circle using the back of the ladle. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of onions and press the onions onto the pesarattu using your ladle or spatula. Cook for a few minutes and flip over to the other side. Cook a few more minutes, transfer to a plate and serve immediately. Dosas are best eaten hot and crispy right off the tawa.

By SUSMITA

Michael's Focaccia Bread

Michael's Focaccia Bread

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Dissolve honey in warm water in a large bowl; sprinkle yeast over top. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in onion, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon salt, then add flour until dough comes together. Turn dough out on a well-floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Place dough in a lightly oiled large bowl and turn to coat. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 20 minutes.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 415 degrees F (215 degrees C). Oil a baking sheet.
  5. 5 Place dough onto the prepared baking sheet; flatten to evenly cover the whole sheet. Press indentations into dough spaced about 1 inch apart using fingertips. Drizzle with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese, rosemary, and remaining 1 tablespoon kosher salt over top. Let rise for 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

By MICHAELGLASSCOOK

Skillet Zucchini Cornbread

Skillet Zucchini Cornbread

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a cast-iron skillet.
  2. 2 Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
  3. 3 Whisk oil and eggs together in separate large bowl until smooth; stir in zucchini, onion, and cottage cheese until well combined.
  4. 4 Make a well in flour mixture; slowly pour in egg mixture and mix until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared skillet.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until top is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes.

By KATHYSH2000

Cheeseburger Muffins

Cheeseburger Muffins

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line 24 muffin cups with paper cups and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until the beef is completely browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  3. 3 Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Stir ketchup, milk, butter, eggs, and mustard together in a separate bowl; add to flour mixture and stir until pink in color. Mix ground beef mixture into the flour mixture; spoon into prepared muffin cups to completely filled.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

By rocklighting

Angie's Dilly Casserole Bread

Angie's Dilly Casserole Bread

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soften yeast in warm water; let stand 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix cottage cheese, sugar, butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and baking soda together in a large mixing bowl. Add dill seed, dried onion, egg, and yeast mixture; mix well. Gradually add flour, about 1/4 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. If dough seems too sticky, add another 1 to 2 tablespoons flour.
  3. 3 Cover the bowl with a clean cotton kitchen towel and place in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously butter a 1 1/2- to 2-quart baking dish.
  5. 5 Gently stir dough to release bubbles. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes. Remove from the oven; brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle on a pinch of salt. Leave in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

By Angie Fuller

Feta Veggie Quiche

Feta Veggie Quiche

4.2

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line pie pan with pie crust, and place a double layer of aluminum foil over the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, and then remove foil. Continue baking until crust begins to set, about 5 to 7 minutes; remove from oven. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a mixing bowl, beat eggs with milk and flour. Stir in onion, mushrooms, spinach, broccoli, and feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Pour mixture into hot crust.
  3. 3 Bake quiche at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes to one hour. Quiche is done when knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cover edges of crust with foil if crusts begin to brown too quickly.

By betsdanforth

Turkish Orange Salad with Mediterranean Dressing

Turkish Orange Salad with Mediterranean Dressing

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice a little piece off the top and bottom of each orange so you have a stable cutting surface. Trim away all skin and pith with a small sharp knife without taking too much off the fruit. Slice oranges horizontally and arrange on a serving platter.
  2. 2 Combine onion, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl and pour over the oranges. Grind fresh pepper over the salad and arrange black olives on top.

By Barbara Sauermann

Quick Mediterranean Vegetables

Quick Mediterranean Vegetables

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add carrots, bell peppers, and fennel; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but still firm to the bite, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.

By Lena

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Roast Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Roast Turkey Breast

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
450 min
Total
470 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place turkey breast, onion, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup chicken broth, lemon juice, Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper in the crock of a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Cover and cook on Low for 7 hours.
  3. 3 Combine remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth and flour in a small bowl; whisk until smooth. Stir into the slow cooker.
  4. 4 Cover and cook on Low for 30 more minutes.

By Chris Dede

Everybody Loves Pilaf

Everybody Loves Pilaf

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
47 min
Total
57 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread pine nuts on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Toast in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 12 minutes.
  3. 3 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium and stir in spaghetti; cook until coated with melted butter and lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in rice; cook for 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Pour broth into the saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover and cook until rice is tender until liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. 5 Mix toasted pine nuts and parsley into the rice mixture.

By ebrinx

Low-Carb Zuppa Toscana

Low-Carb Zuppa Toscana

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
43 min
Total
63 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook the Italian sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain off grease and transfer sausage to a plate.
  2. 2 Cook bacon to the same pot until crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and drain, leaving about 2 teaspoons of bacon grease in the pot. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Return sausage and bacon back into the pot; stir in chicken broth, water, and bouillon cube. Season with pepper and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Stir in cauliflower and simmer until almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add kale and half-and-half; simmer until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.

By Jessica Grantham

Mediterranean Flatbread Pizza

Mediterranean Flatbread Pizza

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Place flatbreads on a broiling pan.
  2. 2 Broil in the preheated oven for 3 to 5 minutes. Turn the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  3. 3 Top pre-baked flatbreads with a thin layer of hummus; make sure it's a thin layer or else pizzas will be soggy. Evenly sprinkle feta cheese on top. Place bell peppers and onion on the flatbreads, evenly spaced. Top with Colby-Jack cheese. Sprinkle with garlic salt, pepper, and dill.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and the edges are nice and brown, 7 to 10 minutes.

By Katie

Chicken with Quinoa and Veggies

Chicken with Quinoa and Veggies

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring chicken broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until broth is absorbed, quinoa is fluffy, and the white line is visible in the grain, about 12 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet. Cook and stir garlic scapes and onion in hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken breast strips and cook until chicken is still slightly pink in the middle, about 5 more minutes. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. 3 Pour remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet. Cook and stir zucchini and tomato in hot oil until zucchini is tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with feta cheese, basil leaves, and lime juice. Cook until chicken is fully cooked and hot, about 10 more minutes. Serve over hot quinoa.

By kmo1070

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken with Sausage-Stuffed Cherry Peppers

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken with Sausage-Stuffed Cherry Peppers

4.8

Prep
35 min
Cook
80 min
Total
115 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place chicken thighs in a large bowl; season with black pepper, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. 3 Stuff each cherry pepper generously with Italian sausage. Set aside.
  4. 4 Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs, skin-side down, in pan and brown, about 5 minutes. Turn chicken over and brown other side, about 1 minute. Remove chicken from pan.
  5. 5 Cook onion in the Dutch oven with pinch of salt over medium-high heat; cook and stir until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; stir in garlic, herbes de Provence, and crushed red pepper.
  6. 6 Stir in pepperoncini and juices; cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. 7 Place chicken, skin-side up, in a single layer on top of the onions and pepperoncinis in the Dutch oven. Pour stock into the pan until almost covering the chicken.
  8. 8 Sprinkle artichoke hearts, olives, and stuffed cherry peppers over top of chicken.
  9. 9 Return to medium-high heat and bring to a simmer.
  10. 10 Cover and roast in preheated oven until sausage is cooked through and liquid is bubbling, about 1 hour.
  11. 11 Garnish with chopped basil, oregano, and marjoram.

By John Mitzewich

One-Pot Mediterranean Chicken

One-Pot Mediterranean Chicken

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, basil, and salt; sauté until starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Add artichoke hearts, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, olives, and mushrooms; bring to a boil. Add chicken, cover skillet, and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes.

By Shawnee73

Sofrito Chicken

Sofrito Chicken

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
70 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make sofrito: Combine tomatoes, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, Cubanelle pepper, onion, garlic, and cilantro in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Set aside 1 cup sofrito; store remaining in the refrigerator for another use.
  2. 2 Make chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with adobo and cumin. Add chicken to hot oil in the skillet and sear until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Reduce heat to low, then add chicken broth and 1 cup sofrito. Cover and simmer until chicken is fall-apart tender, about 1 hour.

By My Hot Southern Mess

Mediterranean Chicken and Pepper Casserole

Mediterranean Chicken and Pepper Casserole

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until flexible but not fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a cast iron casserole dish over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add onion, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, olives, thyme, lemon zest, and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in half-cooked pasta, then sprinkle Pecorino Romano and Grana Padano over top.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven casserole is bubbling and cheeses are melted and browned, about 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

By Buckwheat Queen

Mediterranean-Style Skillet Tuna Casserole

Mediterranean-Style Skillet Tuna Casserole

4.5

Prep
25 min
Cook
50 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. 4 Add tuna, water, cranberries, tomatoes, olives, pine nuts, and parsley. Stir in cooked pasta.
  5. 5 Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese melted, about 5 more minutes.
  6. 6 Sprinkle with basil before serving.

By Amy Hill

Big Ray's Mediterranean Salad Dressing

Big Ray's Mediterranean Salad Dressing

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour olive oil, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons vinegar, Parmesan cheese, mustard, oregano, basil, onion, garlic, salt, sugar, and black pepper into a large glass jar. Whisk or stir with a spoon until well combined.
  2. 2 Refrigerate dressing for at least 2 hours. Shake very well before serving.

By bfr610

Waffled Falafel

Waffled Falafel

3.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Spray the inside of the waffle iron with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Process garbanzo beans in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add onion, egg whites, cilantro, parsley, garlic, flour, cumin, salt, coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and cardamom to garbanzo beans. Pulse, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally, until falafel batter resembles a coarse meal. Pour batter into a bowl and stir with a fork.
  3. 3 Spoon about 1/4 cup falafel batter onto each section of the preheated waffle iron. Cook until evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

By The Gruntled Gourmand

Tilapia Feta Florentine

Tilapia Feta Florentine

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add spinach to skillet; cook and stir until spinach is wilted and cooked down, 5 more minutes. Stir olives, feta cheese, lemon rind, salt, oregano, and white pepper into spinach. Cook until feta cheese has melted and flavors have blended, about 5 more minutes.
  3. 3 Spread spinach mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange tilapia fillets over spinach mixture. Mix butter and lemon juice in a small bowl and drizzle over fish; sprinkle with paprika.
  4. 4 Bake fish in the preheated oven until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily, 20 to 25 minutes.

By Eddie Riddell

Mediterranean Stew with Navy Beans

Mediterranean Stew with Navy Beans

3.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tomato and bell pepper; cook until pepper has softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in sage, rosemary, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Transfer vegetable mixture to a large pot with beans and bay leaf over medium heat. Add enough water to cover. Cook, stirring occasionally and adding more water, a little at a time, if it looks like the beans are getting dry, about 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Sprinkle with chives and serve.

By Alice Waugh

Mediterranean Meatballs

Mediterranean Meatballs

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
  2. 2 Combine ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, rosemary, parsley, oregano, dill, coriander, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix using your hands until just blended.
  3. 3 Form meat mixture into balls, about 1 1/2 inches diameter, and place onto the prepared pan.
  4. 4 Spray meatballs with cooking spray, place in the preheated oven, and bake until the meatballs are browned and no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove meatballs from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a paper towel lined plate. Garnish with additional fresh parsley for serving.

By Bibi

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Lentil Stew

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Lentil Stew

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
190 min
Total
210 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Warm water and vegetable bouillon in a slow cooker on High until dissolved. Add lentils, carrots, and potatoes.
  2. 2 Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add cumin and coriander and cook and stir until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Add olive oil, followed by onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and transfer to the slow cooker. Stir in tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir in spinach.
  3. 3 Cook on High, stirring every 30 minutes, until lentils are tender and stew has thickened, 3 to 4 hours.

By CookingForDummies

Pan-Braised Chicken with Vegetables in Balsamic-Cream Sauce

Pan-Braised Chicken with Vegetables in Balsamic-Cream Sauce

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spread chicken thighs on a clean work surface. Pat dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Sprinkle 1/2 of the Italian seasoning all over them.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and brown for 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken to a plate and keep warm.
  3. 3 Add onions to the same skillet and stir up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions just start to become tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until they begin to soften, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and remaining Italian seasoning. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  4. 4 Add chicken broth and return chicken thighs to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until chicken juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a cutting board and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  5. 5 Return chicken to the skillet and increase heat to medium. Add tomatoes and spinach. Cook and stir until tomatoes are heated through and spinach is tender, but still bright green, about 3 minutes.
  6. 6 Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and balsamic vinegar; bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. If you prefer a creamier sauce, add more cream. Serve with shaved Parmesan cheese.

By Bibi

Mediterranean-Style Eggplant Pasta

Mediterranean-Style Eggplant Pasta

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Arrange eggplant slices in a colander and sprinkle with enough salt to lightly coat; drain for about 10 minutes. Rinse eggplant and pat dry with paper towels. Chop eggplant into cubes.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pappardelle at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 to 11 minutes; drain.
  3. 3 Heat 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir eggplant, adding more oil if eggplant gets dry, until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer eggplant to a bowl, reserving oil in the skillet.
  4. 4 Heat remaining oil in the same skillet; cook and stir onion and garlic until golden, about 10 minutes. Return eggplant to skillet and season with oregano; cook and stir for 1 minute more.
  5. 5 Mix tomatoes, vinegar, salt, sugar, and black pepper into eggplant mixture; cover skillet and simmer sauce until eggplant is softened, about 10 minutes. Mix sauce with pasta in a bowl; top with mozzarella cheese and basil.

By Debbie

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
50 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. 2 Use a melon baller to separate and remove seeds and pulp separately from the zucchini, carving out each half and leaving about a half-inch shell. Chop zucchini pulp into pieces about 1/4 inch in diameter. Discard seeds.
  3. 3 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Add ground lamb; continue to cook and stir until lamb is lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir chopped zucchini into the lamb mixture. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer mixture until the zucchini is hot, about 3 minutes. Drain excess grease. Season lamb mixture with coarse salt and black pepper.
  4. 4 Remove skillet from heat. Stir tomato sauce, tomatoes, feta cheese, pine nuts, and 1/4 cup mint leaves through the lamb mixture; spoon into the zucchini halves. Put stuffed zucchini halves into a large baking dish. Pour water into the baking dish.
  5. 5 Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Mix bread crumbs and mozzarella cheese in a bowl. Sprinkle 1/4 cup mint leaves over the zucchini and top with the bread crumb mixture. Continue baking until the top is crusty and browned, about 10 minutes more.

By Larry Short