Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Tebow Family Pizza Pie


I came across this recipe from Pam Tebow and I had to try it because it was so different. I served it when we had some friends over to watch a weeknight Steelers game and it was a hit. My husband even asked me if next time could I make it just for us because he didn't want to share!

Tebow Family Pizza Pie Recipe

From Tebow Family Pizza

Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 medium green pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet powered spaghetti sauce mix
1 6 oz. can tomato paste
3/4 c water
1 12 oz. package of refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, extra for top
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

In a large pan, brown ground beef and drain. Add green pepper and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes. Stir in sauce mix, tomato paste and water. Simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened. Grease the bottom of a deep dish pie plate. Press the biscuits onto the bottom and up the sides to form a crust. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese then add meat sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Add a few extra tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until cheese is melted.


Thursday, October 4, 2012

Artichoke Smashed Potatoes


I came across this recipe a few years ago in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette in an article about the Sewickley Cafe (one of my favorite restaurants in my hometown). I'm glad I printed it then since I can't seem to find the article now. These potatoes are quick and easy and they go great with a grilled steak (chicken for me) and green beans.

Artichoke Smashed Potatoes Recipe

From the Pittsburgh Post Gazette

Ingredients:
2 pounds red potatoes, unpeeled
1 cup mayonnaise
2 cups artichoke hearts, chokes removed, sliced lengthwise
1 cup Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

Cook potatoes in boiling water for about 20 minutes or until done. Drain and place whole potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Smash potatoes with a fork (or you can use your hands when the potatoes are cool enough to handle). Add mayonnaise, artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. add more mayonnaise if mixture is too dry. Spoon mixture into greased casserole dish and bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Serves 6.

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Honey Balsamic Green Beans


Honey Balsamic Green Beans Recipe

From Paula Dean

Ingredients:
1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. honey
salt and pepper to taste

Steam the green beans for about 5 minutes. Transfer green beans to a large saucepan and add garlic. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Remove cover and add vinegar, onion powder, honey and a pinch of salt and pepper. Saute for about 5 minutes. Enjoy!