Mediteranian Dishes

  • Anita’s Cavatelli Pasta with Italian Sausage

    Spread the loveIngredients 1 Pound Cavatelli pasta, cooked al dente according to package instructions 3 garlic cloves, chopped 3 Tablespoon olive oil 3/4 Pound spicy or mild Italian sausage, without casings 1 teaspoon oregano, dried 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 teaspoon pepper Fresh Pecorino Romano, finely grated 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 3 tomatoes, diced 2 Tablespoon of tomato paste 1 cup of Pasta water Preparation Boil pasta in salty water according to package instructions. Scoop out one cup of pasta cooking water. Rinse pasta and set aside. Use a large skillet and heat olive oil…

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  • Anita’s Roasted Eggplant Margarita Pizza

    Spread the loveLOVE PIZZA! Make this super simple and delicious snack in no time. Satisfy your craving without the carbs! Ingredients: 4 medium size eggplant sliced into 3 long pieces; 1/2 to 1 inch thick 3 Roma tomatoes, cut rounds into 1/2-inch thick slices fresh basil 3 – 4 Tablespoons of…

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  • Anita’s Buttery-Lemony Pasta with Zucchini and Fresh Herbs

    Spread the loveIngredients 3 medium zucchini, medium diced 4 Roma tomatoes, medium diced 4 cloves of garlic, minced 1 medium diced onion, chopped 2 Tablespoons of olive oil 2 Tablespoons of butter 3 Tablespoons of fresh lemon juice 2 Tablespoons of zest of a lemon salt and pepper to taste…

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  • Anita’s Delicious Eggplant Boats filled with Turmeric Rice and Beef with Pine Nuts

    Spread the loveIngredients 4 medium eggplants 1/2-pound ground lean meat 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 Tablespoons olive oil to drizzle over eggplants 2 tablespoons olive oil for rice 1 cup of basmati rice, uncooked 2 cups filtered water 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, ground 1/3 teaspoon cumin, ground 1/3 teaspoon nutmeg 1/3…

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  • Anita’s Light, Simple and Delicious Cauliflower Rice

    Spread the loveIngredients 1 large head cauliflower 2 Tablespoon butter 2 Tablespoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 onion, small diced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 2 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/3 teaspoon cumin, ground Preparation Cut Cauliflower…

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  • Anita’s Delicious Rigatoni Pasta with Sausage and Beef Bolognese Sauce

    Spread the loveIngredients 1 pound (16 ounces) Rigatoni Pasta, cooked to package instructions. 3 Tablespoon Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon butter 1/2-pound Spicy Italian Sausage, casing removed. 1/2 -pound ground meat 1 onion, small diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 5 fresh Roma tomato, diced 2 sprig fresh thyme 2-3 Tablespoon tomato…

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  • Anita’s Italian Turkey Sausage Stuffed Zucchini Boats

    Spread the loveIngredients 6-8 medium zucchini 1 can petit tomatoes, rinsed 1-pound Italian turkey sausage, casing removed 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon oregano, dried 1 Tablespoon basil, dried 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese, shredded 3…

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  • Anita’s Irresistible Cioppino -Seafood Stew

    Spread the loveIngredients 1-pound mussels, scrubbed 1/2-pound small scallops 1-pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 potato, diced 1 cup dry white wine 3 cups crushed tomato 1 cup clam juice 2 1/2 cup vegetable or fish broth…

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  • Anita’s Delicious Toasted Almond Rice with Golden Raisins and Tender Pulled Beef

    Spread the loveAuthentic Lebanese Rice and meat dish perfumed with original warm spices. Perfect for any celebration! Ingredients for Pulled Beef or Lamb with Rice 4 lb. chuck roast (boneless), cut in thick pieces 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 Tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons garlic, minced 1 teaspoon cumin,…

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  • Anita’s Best Funghetto Pasta type (Mushroom style) in Creamy Vodka Sauce

    Spread the loveIngredients: 1 (17.6 ounces) Italian Mushroom style Pasta or any of your choice Pecorino Romano cheese, shaved 2 Tablespoon Extra Virgen Olive Oil Fresh oregano leaves, (optional) 1 teaspoon salt Preparation  Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package…

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