Recipe 1: Spaghetti and Meatballs
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 pound spaghetti
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, milk, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
5. While the meatballs are simmering, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti. Sprinkle with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition:
Calories: 540
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 980mg
Total Carbohydrate: 65g
Dietary Fiber: 4g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 34g
Recipe 2: Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 8 taco shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- Sour cream and salsa, for serving
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Stir well to coat the beef in the seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Heat the taco shells according to the package instructions.
4. Fill each taco shell with the seasoned ground beef.
5. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and sliced black olives.
6. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Nutrition:
Calories: 320
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Sodium: 670mg
Total Carbohydrate: 21g
Dietary Fiber: 4g
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 20g
Recipe 3: Chicken Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup sliced onions
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat. Set aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
3. Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the bell peppers, onions, carrots, and broccoli. Cook until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
5. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the hoisin sauce. Stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Serve the chicken stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles.
Nutrition:
Calories: 380
Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Sodium: 760mg
Total Carbohydrate: 40g
Dietary Fiber: 6g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 30g
Recipe 4: Baked Mac and Cheese
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, until smooth.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
6. Stir in the cooked macaroni and season with salt and pepper.
7. Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
8. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Nutrition:
Calories: 450
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Sodium: 520mg
Total Carbohydrate: 44g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 6g
Protein: 20g
Recipe 5: Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1 store-bought pizza crust
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of your choice (e.g. pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to the temperature specified on the pizza crust package.
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
5. Add your desired toppings to the pizza.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for the amount of time specified on the pizza crust package, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition:
Calories: 250
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 500mg
Total Carbohydrate: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 10g
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