Ainsley sets off on his Mediterranean food tour. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, and serve!

Al dente is Italian for “to the tooth.” Softened yet still firm, many consider this the perfect texture for pasta. Nicole is a writer, editor and lover of Italian food. Trisha and her sister Beth travel to Nashville’s largest flea market. Trisha organises a Hawaiian-themed cookout for her friends and glam squad. Mix well, to combine ingredients. Trisha and her husband, Garth, finally wrap up their tour after three years on the road. 4) Heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan over a high heat.

3) Begin adding breadcrumbs 1 tbsp at a time until the mixture just holds together. The menu includes linguine with braised red wine short rib sauce and chocolate cherry martinis. You’ll Need: For the sauce: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1-1/2 cups chopped onions 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 cups water 1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce 2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon dried basil 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper, For the meatballs: 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups soft bread cubes (cut into 1/4-inch pieces) 1-1/2 cups milk 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 pounds ground beef 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 pounds spaghetti, cooked. Read on to learn what it takes to make spaghetti and meatballs as good as (if not better than) what’s available at your favorite Italian restaurant: No, you don’t have to make the noodles from scratch. Faith, Family, Fun… and Great Food, Prepared With Love. She makes a Swedish celebration cake and wild mushroom soup with dill fish balls. Add the water, tomato sauce, parsley, basil, salt and pepper to the pot and bring to a boil. Carefully add meatballs to sauce. She prepares a dark chocolate pudding, roast chicken parcels and a spring salad. Carefully add the meatballs to the sauce. Trust us: It’s easier to measure and roll meatballs with your hands than with a scoop or a spoon. Sometimes we just want spaghetti and meatballs- they really hit the spot! I didn’t have an Italian grandma who cooked big pasta dinners, but I had the next best thing. I appreciate you using some of your valuable time to do so. If you make ’em just a tad smaller, you should be able to make 12 or more meatballs. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Then add the meatballs, browning on each side until they no longer look pink. Taste of Home is America's #1 cooking magazine. Test Kitchen tip: Be sure to give the tomato paste those few minutes on the stove before adding any other ingredients. This really is an economical and delicious classic meal, in which you can end up with 4 healthy sized portions using only one pound of ground beef! John visits Kuala Lumpur’s Indian and Chinese districts to get a taste of their famous street food. He shares useful tips and tricks, interesting family stories and his favourite South East Asian recipes that are easy-to-make and full of flavour. Spoon sauce over the top of each meatball. It tastes even better. Trisha is throwing a graduation party for her nephew, Bret. Trisha invites her friend, Natalie, to check out her latest workout – goat yoga! He cooks meatballs with cuttlefish and prawns. He samples the city’s café culture and finds out why they think their pizza is the best on earth!

She makes green onion and Cheddar doughnuts plus doughnut grilled cheese. Heat 1 Tablespoon oil (vegetable or olive) in a large non-stick skillet on medium heat … Lemon-Blueberry Ricotta-Buttermilk Pancakes. Dollop onto hot cooked spaghetti and enjoy.

James sails into the French port of Marseilles in search of the famous fish stew, bouillabaisse. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. Using clean hands, grab a portion of the meat mixture and form it into a ball, rolling it between your hands. On the menu are a king prawn dish covered in spice, and a beef pie where Asian flavours meet the best of British. Test often to avoid overcooking. To assemble the dish: Learn how to make these yummy, quick and easy meatballs (serves 4) to go with your favorite pasta and Italian sauce, using only one pound of ground beef! Rachel serves up recipes from her culinary travels. English chef James Martin sets off on an epic road trip across America, combining his passion for both cakes and cars. You can even make a double batch of the meatballs and freeze them to use for another meal, which can save you precious time! Add the tomato puree and cook for 30 seconds. Rachel reimagines her favourite childhood recipes. She makes rum-glazed shrimp, skewers with mint chimichurri, crunchy slaw and Mai Tais. She prepares a chocolate cake with mocha frosting and a salted caramel sundae. She then cooks up a spring feast which includes spring veggies with sweet pea aioli. Rachel takes in the cool of Sweden's capital to discover why Scandinavian food is so fashionable right now and is inspired by some traditional Swedish baking. Try These! As Taste of Home’s Deputy Editor, Culinary, James oversees the Food Editor team, recipe contests and Bakeable, and manages all food content for Trusted Media Brands. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. He discovers the secret to making paella, tucks into tapas and serves up butternut squash with almond soup. Plus, he explores how Cabrales cheese is made. When meatballs are about halfway through cooking time, cook spaghetti noodles in separate pan, according to package directions.
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—Susan Pursell, Fountain Valley, California. Top each serving with a few of these easy meatballs. Reduce heat, pop a lid on the pan and let the sauce simmer for 50 minutes. Continue to cook until all sides are brown (meatballs do NOT have to be completely cooked through - they will finish cooking in sauce later). Ina showcases some of her favourite dessert recipes. Carefully remove to a baking sheet lined with paper towels.

Your email address will not be published. Take care not to squish the meat as you break it up. Rachel serves up her favourite recipes using everyday ingredients. When done, transter the meatballs to paper towels to absorb the grease. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip n’ Nut Cookies. Before they go stargazing, Trisha and her sister make an easy dinner. She makes a satisfying, quick and healthy meal. James visits Elounda in Crete, where discovers its local baking traditions. Rachel visits the rugged Catalonian coastline to uncover its culinary secrets. I typically use Italian sausage links when I prepare spaghetti and sauce, but we also really enjoy our pasta with a fire roasted garlic marinara sauce and these easy meatballs, too! Test for doneness by using a fork to remove a single strand from the boiling water. John tastes the local delicacies in the northern city of Kota Bharu. Plus, he serves up veal escalope and carbonara. Trisha has spent the morning playing paintball with her family and to refuel they have garlic knots with ranch dipping sauce, pasta pizza and cola cake. She makes Southern nachos and popcorn chicken, and maple brown butter candy kettle corn. Then gently tear the ground beef into small sections and add it into the mix. Can't Get Enough Italian Recipes? Here’s how easy it is to prepare them: In medium sized bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, diced onion, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. He explores its North African quarter and cooks a lamb tagine. Ainsley heads to the dreamy shores of Antigua. Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours.). Her menu includes bacon cheeseburgers and crispy onion blossoms, with chocolate cherry icebox cake for dessert. Plus, he meets a local restaurateur who is creating cutting-edge cuisine. She lays out a feast which includes loaded curly fry nachos and peanut butter and jelly bars. Add meatballs. Heat 1 Tablespoon oil (vegetable or olive) in a large non-stick skillet. Her dishes are perfect for celebrations and family dinners. Drain pasta. Let’s add some color to those polpette. In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat. It’s all about oranges as Ina shares recipes that feature this magic ingredient. In medium sized bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, diced onion, and finely grated Parmesan cheese. I would be honored to have you join our growing list of subscribers, so you never miss a great recipe! He makes chicken bois bande with white chocolate mash potato, chocolate drop scones and mango coconut daquiris. Trisha welcomes a trio of Harlem Globetrotters for lunch. 2) Stir in the tomatoes and leave to simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes. The ones I made were about 2 inches wide, so I was able to get 10 fairly good-sized easy meatballs out of one pound of meat. Trisha is throwing a big family reunion. In a separate large saucepan, heat up spaghetti sauce (whatever kind of sauce you have on hand, whether it’s homemade or a purchased jar, just make sure you have enough sauce for 4 servings)! Trisha travels to a friend’s flower truck to brighten up her kitchen. Trisha gets her squad together for a Saturday brunch! Rick Stein travels to Galicia. She makes a Cubano sandwich with pickles and pressure cooker potatoes. The extra cooking time allows the sugars in the paste to caramelize, giving the sauce a flavor boost. Plus, he attends a beach party and seeks out a restaurant he has heard great things about. This is a great task for the kids to help with.