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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups fettuccine pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. 5Stir in fettuccine pasta, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
  6. 6Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
  7. 7Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
  8. 8Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Equipment

large potwooden spoonmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 1/2 cup peas and carrots (frozen or fresh)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. 2Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. 3Add the peas and carrots to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. 4Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked.
  5. 5Add the cooked rice and diced chicken to the skillet, mixing everything together.
  6. 6Pour the soy sauce over the rice mixture and stir well to combine.
  7. 7Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
  8. 8Add the chopped green onions and stir-fry for another minute.
  9. 9Remove from heat and serve hot.

Equipment

large skilletspatulameasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns

Instructions

  1. 1In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. 2Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  3. 3Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. 4Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  5. 5Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6While the mixture simmers, toast the hamburger buns if desired.
  7. 7Once the mixture is thickened and heated through, remove from heat.
  8. 8Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each hamburger bun.
  9. 9Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Equipment

large skilletspatulameasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion is translucent.
  3. 3Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  4. 4Add the elbow macaroni and corn to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  5. 5Cover the pot and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6Once the pasta is cooked, remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until melted and creamy.
  7. 7Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. 8Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Equipment

Large potWooden spoonMeasuring cupsMeasuring spoons
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz egg noodles
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. 2In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3Add the sliced beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. 4Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  5. 5In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  6. 6Return the beef to the skillet and stir in the beef broth, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt.
  7. 7Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
  8. 8In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry, then add it to the skillet to thicken the sauce.
  9. 9Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined.
  10. 10If desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes for added spice before serving.

Equipment

large skilletpot for boiling noodlesmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonsmixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. 3Add the sliced kielbasa to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4Add the chopped onion and sliced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  6. 6Add the cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
  7. 7Combine the cooked pasta with the kielbasa and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Toss to combine and heat through.
  8. 8If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and toss again.
  9. 9Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Equipment

large potskilletcolanderspatula
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Originating from Rome, Fettuccine Alfredo was created in the early 20th century by Alfredo di Lelio, who sought to create a rich, creamy pasta dish for his pregnant wife. The dish quickly gained popularity and became a staple in Italian-American cuisine. Today, variations abound, with chicken often added for protein, making it a comforting favorite worldwide.

Ingredients

  • fettuccine
  • chicken breast
  • heavy cream
  • parmesan cheese
  • butter
  • garlic
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • parsley
  • olive oil
  • nutmeg

Instructions

  1. 1Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. 2Season chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  4. 4Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for a few minutes; slice into strips.
  5. 5In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. 6Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low.
  7. 7Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  8. 8Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
  9. 9Add sliced chicken on top of the pasta; garnish with chopped parsley.
  10. 10Serve immediately, with extra parmesan if desired.

Ingredient Alternatives

heavy cream

Healthier: Greek yogurt

Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

Healthier: nutritional yeast

Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment

large potlarge skilletmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonscutting boardknife
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