1. Spaghetti Carbonara
Ingredient:
- 12 ounces of spaghetti
- 4 ounces of pancetta, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the pancetta and garlic. Turn off the heat and mix well.
- Add the egg and cheese mixture to the skillet and stir quickly to coat the spaghetti evenly. The heat from the pasta will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce.
- Season with additional salt and black pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
2. Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Ingredient:
- 1 whole chicken, about 4 pounds
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Rinse the chicken inside and out, then pat it dry with paper towels.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and stuff the cavity with lemon slices, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
- Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fat: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
3. Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Ingredient:
- 1 pound of beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the beef slices and stir-fry until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the sliced onion, bell peppers, zucchini, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the beef to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over the meat and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
4. Caprese Salad
Ingredient:
- 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- A handful of fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter, alternating them.
- Tuck the fresh basil leaves in between the tomato and mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil over the salad.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
5. Vegetable Lasagna
Ingredient:
- 9 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups of ricotta cheese
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups of marinara sauce
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small eggplant, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, and eggplant to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
- Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
- Spread half of the ricotta cheese on top of the noodles, followed by half of the sautéed vegetables.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the vegetables.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of marinara sauce and cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
6. Garlic Butter Shrimp
Ingredient:
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