Beef Italian Pasta

July 20, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

This recipe is a delightful Italian dish, full of flavor with a delicious meat sauce. This penne pasta dish is a perfect, budget friendly, week night meal that the family will love! Bon Appetit!

Beef Italian Pasta

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Beef Italian Pasta

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Ingredients

1 3/4 cup uncooked penne pasta
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can unsalted tomato sauce
1 (14 ounce) can low sodium, reduced fat, beef broth
1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 cups fresh spinach chopped
3/4 cup shredded mozzerella cheese reduced fat

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions
Meanwhile in a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in the tomato sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Add spinach; cook for 1-2 minutes or until spinach has turned dark green.
Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture.
Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Recipe Notes

Beef and Cheese French Bread

July 20, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Beef and Cheese French Bread is a comforting, easy meal everyone will enjoy! This is a creative way to use ground beef and make it stretch a long way!

Beef and Cheese French Bread

CourseKid Friendly, Main Dish

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Beef and Cheese French Bread

CourseKid Friendly, Main Dish

Servings

Ingredients

3/4 lb lean chuck or round ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup diced tomatoes unsalted
1 medium green bell pepper chopped
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives drained
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 (1 pound) loaf French bread unsliced
1 cup low fat sharp cheddar cheese shredded

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In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Stir in tomatoes, green pepper, olives, salt, chili powder, garlic and cumin. Remove from heat.
Cut bread in half lengthwise.
Place on baking sheet.
Spread meat mixture over cut slices.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake at 450°F for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Cook’s note: This recipe serves 8 so you may have enough for lunch the next day. To reheat, wrap in foil and heat in a 350° F oven for 10-15 minutes or until hot. This results in French bread that is soft. If you prefer crispy bread, place the loaf on a baking sheet and bake 10-15 minutes or until hot.

Recipe Notes

Beef and Cheese Bread Nutrition Facts Serving size 8 (168g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 270 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 35 mg 12 % Sodium 540 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 33 g 12 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 4 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 20 g Vitamin D 0 % Calcium 15 % Iron 20 % Potassium 6 %

Swiss Steak Deluxe

February 23, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Swiss Steak Deluxe

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Swiss Steak Deluxe

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Ingredients

1.5 lb round steak trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 8 oz package fresh mushrooms sliced
1 cup onion sliced
1 cup celery sliced
1 cup green bell pepper sliced
1 tbsp garlic minced
1 8 oz reduced sodium tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1 14.5 oz tomatoes with green chilies
1 .87 oz package brown gravy mix
1/2 tsp ground black pepper

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Instructions

In a 6 quart slow cooker, combine steak, mushrooms, onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic.
In a medium bowl, combine all other ingredients. Pour over steak mixture. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or 4-5 hours.
Serve on a bed of wild or brown rice.

Recipe Notes

Rub – Fancy

August 18, 2013 by Dinner Tonight

This meat rub consists of spices you probably have in your cabinet but when they are blended together it creates a fancy rub for your meats! Check out our rub tips and become a rub master!

Rub - Fancy

Servings

12 (1 tablespoon)

Servings

12 (1 tablespoon)

Rub - Fancy

Servings

12 (1 tablespoon)

Servings

12 (1 tablespoon)

Ingredients

2 1/2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon ground bay leaves
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander seed
3/4 teaspoon ground savory
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt

Servings: (1 tablespoon)

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Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together all of the spices.
Store in an airtight jar at room temperature until ready to use.

Recipe Notes

Recipe makes enough marinade for 2 pounds of meat, serving size was based on a 4 ounce serving for a total of 8 servings.

This recipe is not a significant source of vitamins or minerals.

Marinade Mexican Inspired

August 18, 2013 by Dinner Tonight

This marinade features classic flavors inspired by Mexican flavors, this easy marinade will be your go-to for flavorful meat. Check out our marinade tips to make you a master of marinades!

Marinade Mexican Inspired

Servings

8 (4oz of meat per serving)

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8 (4oz of meat per serving)

Marinade Mexican Inspired

Servings

8 (4oz of meat per serving)

Servings

8 (4oz of meat per serving)

Ingredients

1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup fresh cilantro chopped
6 cloves garlic minced
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt

Servings: (4oz of meat per serving)

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Combine all ingredients and mix well.
This marinade works best if it is made a day in advance so the flavors can blend.
Marinate meat for about 6 hours.

Recipe Notes

Recipe makes enough marinade for 2 pounds of meat, serving size was based on a 4 ounce serving for a total of 8 servings.

This recipe is not a significant source of vitamins or minerals.

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