Pizza with Zucchini Crust
 Ingredients
  • 4 cups shredded zucchini (about 5 small)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese (for the crust)
  • 2 oz. mozzarella and/or cheddar cheese (for the crust)
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 2 oz. sliced pepperoni
  • 1 medium chopped onion
  • 2 cups spaghetti sauce 
  • 1 medium sliced bell pepper
  • 4 oz. cheddar and/or mozzarella cheese (for topping the pizza) 
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Shred zucchini and drain well. 
  3. Mix the zucchini with 2 eggs, 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, 2 oz. of mozzarella and/or cheddar cheese, and Italian seasoning. 
  4. Press the zucchini mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 9 x 13 in. glass baking dish. 
  5. Bake the crust uncovered for 20 minutes.
  6. While the crust bakes, brown the ground beef in a large pan. 
  7. Add in the onion, pepperoni, and spaghetti sauce, to the beef and cook until onion is soft, about 5 - 7 minutes. 
  8. Remove the crust from the oven. 
  9. Pour the meat mixture over the crust. 
  10. Top with peppers.
  11. Sprinkle with 4 oz. of cheese.
  12. Bake for 20 minutes or until the pizza is heated through and the cheese is melted and slightly browned. 
  13. Allow the dish to stand for 2 - 3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Recipe and photo source: My Humble Kitchen
December 07, 2013
Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
 Ingredients
  • 1 lb thinly sliced sirloin steak (or deli roast beef)
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 medium onion, sliced thin
  • 1 pound white mushrooms, sliced thin
  • 3 Tbs. butter
  • 3 Tbs. olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  1. Slice a thin piece off each pepper lengthwise, remove ribs and seeds.
  2. Saute butter, oil, onions, mushrooms, and a little salt and pepper over medium heat until onions and mushrooms are nice and caramelized; about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Salt and pepper the steak and saute in a little olive oil and until it is no longer pink.
  4. Preheat over to 400*
  5. Line each pepper with 1/2 slice of provolone cheese.
  6. Layer steak and onion/mushroom mixture as follows, so your ratio of meat to veggies is equal or more steak than veggies:
    - add steak on top of the cheese
    - add onion/mushroom mixture on top of steak
    - add steak on top of onion/mushroom mixture
  7. Top each pepper with 1/2 slice of provolone cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese on top is golden brown. 
Recipe and photo source: Baker Lady
December 07, 2013
Baked Margarita Spaghetti Squash
Ingredients:
  • 1 large spaghetti squash
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 large Roma tomato, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp. each salt & pepper
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
 Instructions:
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 
  2. Using a large knife or a cleaver, slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise down the middle. Use a spoon to remove the seeds and center strings. 
  3. Drizzle the two halves with olive oil and then sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder. 
  4. Place the squash, open side down on a cookie sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove from the oven, check to see if the squash is soft and easily comes up with a fork into a spaghetti like texture. 
  6. If it’s too hard to remove, cook for another 10 minutes. 
  7. Remove from the oven, scrape and fluff the stringy squash with a fork. Leave the squash in the skin. 
  8. Turn the oven up to broil. 
  9. Add the tomatoes and fresh basil into the squash, stir and top with the mozzarella cheese. 
  10. Place in the broiler for 3-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly browned. 
  11. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving the squash.
Recipe and photo source: Hoopfinity's Happenings
December 07, 2013
This recipe promises to taste like a hash brown casserole. There is controversy as to whether sour cream is "on program." If this recipe doesn't sit right with you, don't make this a weekly dish or don't make it at all.
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Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin
Ingredients
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash 
  • 2 tablespoons butter 
  • 1 small yellow onion, cut in half and very thinly sliced 
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes - more if you like it spicy 
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme 
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
  1. Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds. 
  2. Place in a covered dish with a ¼ inch of water and microwave for 10-12 minutes. 
  3. In a medium sized skillet over medium heat, add the butter, onions, red pepper and thyme and cook until the onions are slightly brown in color. 
  4. Salt and pepper to taste. 
  5. Using a fork, scrape the insides of the squash and transfer to a small bowl. 
  6. Combine the squash, onions, sour cream and half the cheese together and mix well. 
  7. Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish and top with remaining cheese. 
  8. Place into a 375º for 15 – 20 minutes until golden brown on top.

Photo and recipe source: Dandy Dishes
December 07, 2013
To make these beautiful cupcakes: Make your favorite meatloaf recipe, fill muffin tins with the meatloaf, and then bake. When the meatloaf is cooked, place each "muffin" on a plate and then "frost" the tops with your favorite mashed cauliflower recipe.
Meatloaf Cupcakes
December 07, 2013
Another yummy recipe from contributor Chris.
Cauliflower Carrot Herb Mash
Ingredients
  • 1 head of cauliflower, washed and cut into florets
  • 3 to 4 small to medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 sweet onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper
Directions
  1. Place cauliflower and carrots in a steamer basket in a large pot, season with salt and pepper, steam until soft (about 10 to 12 minutes, test with fork).
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in non-stick skillet on medium heat.
  3. Saute onion, garlic, and herbs until onion is translucent. Salt and pepper, set aside.
  4. Place steamed cauliflower and carrots into a food processor. Add the onion mixture and 1 tbsp oil. Process until smooth.
  5. Garnish with additional fresh thyme or rosemary.
  6. Enjoy!

December 07, 2013
Salt & Pepper Wings
Ingredients
  • chicken wings
  • olive oil
  • minced garlic
  • sea salt
  • pepper
  • chili powder
Instructions
  1. Toss chicken wings in olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, pepper, and chili powder.
  2. Bake at 375 for an hour.
  3. Enjoy!
December 07, 2013
Caper Baked Chicken
Ingredients
  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts (halves)
  • 1 lemons juice
  • black pepper (ground, taste)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup steak sauce
  • 4 oz capers (liquid reserved)
 Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. Arrange chicken in an oven proof clay pot or medium baking dish. 
  3. Coat with lemon juice, and season with pepper.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, steak sauce, 2 tablespoons capers, and 2 tablespoons caper liquid. 
  5. Reserve remaining capers and liquid for another use. Pour the butter mixture over the chicken to coat.
  6. Cover and bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. 
  7. Drizzle with remaining liquid from the baking dish to serve.
Recipe and photo source: All Recipes
December 07, 2013