Traditional Spaghetti

1 Large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cans diced tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
Chopped Garlic, finely chopped
1/2 Can Tomato Paste
Salt and Pepper
1 tablespoon dried Oregano
1 table spoon dried Basil
Fresh Parsley
1 lbs. extra lean ground beef (I like Laura's 4%)
EVOO
Dry red wine like Cabernet
Dried Bay Leaf

Heat Pan on medium
Add 4 tablespoons EVOO
Add onion and garlic
Salt and Pepper
Saute for 2-3 mins
Stir in ground beef
Saute for 3-5 minutes
Add 1 cup red wine
Cook until meat is cooked thoroughly
Add tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, bay leaf and red pepper flakes
Cover and cook for 15-20 mins stirring occasionally.

Serve with Caesar salad and toasted garlic bread.

Fall Double Date Dinner - COrnmeal Fried Chicken and Shrimp with Butternut Squash Risotto and Brussel Sprouts

Had a great time with Bobby and Nicole...hope you can use these as well!

Mediterranean Pasta

Tri Color Pasta

Green Olives

Black Olives

Kalamata Olives

Salami

Feta

Red Pepper Flakes

Fresh Diced Roma Tomatoes

Red Onion, finely chopped

Marinated Artichoke Hearts, finely chopped

EVOO

Toss all ingredients in large saute pan. Stir for 5 minutes and serve hot with Sangiovese Red Wine.

A couple things to do with spinach

Spinach Salad

Blue Cheese crumbles

Extra Crspy Bacon

Lemon Dijon Vinagrette Dressing

Salmon Sandwich

Grilled Salmon

Spinach

Lemonaise

Baguette

Done and done!

Remember, these are strong flavors, you don't need a lot of the sauces!

Brrrr! It's cold! Beef Stroganaff to warm you up.

This was such a yummy meal and perfect for cold nights. While it was rich and creamy, it wasn't overwhleming. Again, this blog site will not let you copy and paste, so if you would like the recipe before I get around to retyping, please let me know.

Thanks!

Joshua's Birthday Brunch: Quiche Lorraine and Balsamic Potato Hash

This blog will not let you copy and paste and the directions for these are very long as there are lots of ingredients :). If you would like the recipe before I get a chance to retype them, just email me. Thanks!

Mushroom and Swiss Burger with Cabbage

No Sauce needed! This burger packs a punch all on it's own.

Sautee the mushrooms with thyme, brown sugar, pakrika and olive oil. Don't forget your salt and pepper. Take a bit of the sauce from the mushrooms and put it right in with the burger meat. Mix up and grill. Add a slice of swiss and a whole wheat bun. Substitute lettuce with cabbage for a crispier crunch and more vitamins. Enjoy!