My Go-To Holiday Recipes! Cozy Italian Christmas Cooking! Perfect for Parties & Hosting From Scratch

various fish

🥗Healthier: lean fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

shellfish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

white wine

🥗Healthier: broth

💰Cheaper: water with vinegar

Broth adds flavor without alcohol.

Cut up an onion.

Brown 1 lb of sausage and 1 lb of ground beef in a skillet.

Add diced onion to the skillet and cook alongside the meat.

Add 1/2 stick of butter and diced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds.

Pour in 1/2 cup of red wine and let it cook out.

Add Italian seasoning, pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to the skillet and mix.

Add tomato sauce and a little water to the skillet.

Mix in freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Prepare lasagna by mixing 2 containers of ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and a couple of eggs.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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