I often call this Cheaters Bolognese, because of it’s shameless use of jared marinara. No apologies! The short-cut from the grocery makes this a speedy weekday favorite that tastes like it was simmered for hours. Sausage Bolognese 1 lb. (500g) Sweet Italian Sausage 1 lb. (500g) Ground Beef 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 cup (200g) …

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This, my friends is professional level comfort food! At the same time it’s really easy and you can make it on a weeknight. Cheesy Grits 4 cups Milk 2 cups water 3 tablespoons Butter 2 teaspoons Salt LOTS of pepper 2 cups Corn Grits (I like Bob’s Red Mill) 1/2 cup Cream 1 cup grated …

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Hearty, comforting fare for a winter’s night. Weekday Cassoulet 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 10 Rashers of Bacon (Diced) 2 Packages Adel’s Chicken & Apple Sausage (or you choice) 1 Small Onion (Sliced) 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Pepper 2 Cloves Garlic (Minced) 1 Tablespoon Flour 1/2 Cup White Wine 1 16oz. Can Chopped Tomatoes 1 Tablespoon Fresh …

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A pasty (pass-tee) is like a pizza pocket but without the Italian ingredients. I really didn’t want to go to the store yesterday so I started hunting around for leftovers that I could throw together. Then, I remembered Alton Brown’s “A Pie In Every Pocket” episode. Sausage and Veggie Pasty (Your ingredients could vary) 1 …

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This recipe from the Williams Sonoma catalog has gotten a lot of mileage this winter, it’s very hearty and meaty. Baked Ziti 4 tsp. plus 1 Tbs. olive oil 3/4 lb. sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 yellow onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup dry red …

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