Showing posts with label comfortfood. Show all posts
Showing posts with label comfortfood. Show all posts

Monday, September 16, 2024

Spicy Sausage, Escarole, and White Bean Stew



This Spicy Sausage, Escarole, and White Bean Stew will keep you warm. Spicy sausage, hearty beans, and bright escarole all work together to make a dish that is both filling and comforting.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bunch escarole, chopped
  • 2 cans 15 oz each cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions:

In a large pot, brown the spicy Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles

Once cooked, remove excess fat

Add olive oil to the pot and saut chopped onions until softened

Stir in minced garlic, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and dried thyme

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until aromatic

Add chopped escarole to the pot and cook until wilted

Pour in cannellini beans and chicken broth

Bring the stew to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld

Season with salt and black pepper to taste

Serve the spicy sausage, escarole, and white bean stew hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese

Enjoy the heartiness of this comforting stew!


Friday, August 16, 2024

Easy Air Fryer Hot Ham and Cheese Wraps



These Easy Air Fryer Hot Ham and Cheese Wraps are a quick and delicious snack or appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. The air fryer makes them crispy on the outside while keeping the inside warm and gooey. Dip them in your favorite sauce for an extra burst of flavor!

Ingredients:

  • 4 slices of ham
  • 4 slices of Swiss cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions:

Preheat your air fryer to 350F 175C

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, and black pepper

Lay out one flour tortilla and spread a thin layer of the mayo-mustard mixture on it

Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on top of the tortilla

Roll up the tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go, to create a wrap

Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking

Place the wraps in the air fryer basket, seam-side down

Lightly spray the tops of the wraps with cooking spray

Air fry for 6-8 minutes, turning halfway through, until the wraps are crispy and the cheese is melted

Serve hot and enjoy!


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