Leftover risotto is good, but you know what’s better? Leftover risotto formed into little balls, stuffed with mozzarella cheese, rolled in panko crumbs, and baked into a crispy, melty treat. It’s so easy to give these leftovers a delicious makeover. Ingredients: leftover risotto, mozzarella cheese (cubed), panko bread crumbs, fork beaten egg, olive oil spray…
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Hearty Beef and Vegetable Lasagna
Some days you just want to eat something familiar and comforting. And warm and cheesy. And gooey and slightly browned on top. And tomatoey. And pretty. But still hearty and rustic. Some days you want to eat lasagna. And yesterday was one of those days. Here’s the deal – Yes, you can totally make this…
American Chop Suey (Macaroni and Lean Ground Turkey)
I loved American Chop Suey when I was growing up. For those of you who didn’t grow up in New England, Wikipedia says you may know it as macaroni and beef or American goulash. No matter what you call it, it’s a delicious comfort food dinner. Traditionally a savory stew of of chopped tomatoes, macaroni…
Chicken Scallopini and Warm Orzo & Feta Salad
This is a comforting chicken dish that could quickly become a household favorite. The lightly breaded scallopini is pan seared and served with a white wine, lemon caper sauce. Try it with warm orzo, tossed with tomatoes, zucchini, and fresh feta. Chicken Scallopini (adapted from Cooking Light) / Total time: 22 minutes / 4 servings 4 (6-ounce)…
Cheesy Gnocchi with Sauteed Chard, White Beans and Onions
This rustic one-skillet dish from EatingWell‘s best hits catalog is easy to make, and even easier to clean up. Pillows of potato gnocchi mixed with tender Swiss chard, creamy white beans, sauteed onions, and cheese will warm you up faster than you can say “it feels like ten degrees below zero again?! COME on.” (I’m…
No-Fuss Cold Asian Noodle Salad
Hello quick recipe, how are you? I’m hungry. Can I make you in under 30 minutes? Oh, I can? Done. This fresh, cold noodle dish is best served the next day – so have a little for dinner, pack it up, and eat it for lunch at work or school. Real Simple’s recipes are designed…
Saucy Spaghetti
You know when you order pasta at a restaurant and the sauce is thick and sticks to the pasta? You know when you make pasta at home and the sauce is thin and everywhere but on the pasta? We’re going to fix that. Right now. There are a three tips that will take you…
Caroline is a freelance writer, nutrition communication consultant, and counselor with a holistic approach to healthy living. 
