A wonderful dish to make at home and it tastes like take-out. Beef strips are quickly marinated and sauteed then with broccoli and mushrooms in a rich sauce.
This originally came from Real Simple Magazine and lends itself well to improvisations. On the night I made it I realized I did not have any mushrooms so I left those out. My husband thought it was wonderful.
Combine browned ground beef, tomatoes and kidney beans in a slow cooker in this chili seasoned with chili powder, cumin, basil and Worcestershire sauce.
This is an old family recipe for the dumplings, which were originally Polish egg noodles (kluski), and over the years I have modified it to make homemade dumplings. The broth is seasoned with basil, allspice, and poultry seasoning.
This robust rice is the perfect side dish to serve with any meat, or with vegetables. Rice is baked with beef broth, French onion soup, butter, Worcestershire and basil.
Chicken breast meat, zucchini, tomato, fresh basil, and feta cheese make a delicious main dish when served over hot quinoa that's been simmered in chicken broth.
Shredded carrot adds sweetness and color to this rice pilaf recipe. Use fresh mushrooms, such as shiitake, chanterelle, or porcini, for a more exotic dish.
'A good friend who runs a bed-and-breakfast game me this creamy potato soup recipe that's become a winter favorite,' recalls Kristi Teague of Southside, Tennessee. 'A dash of hot sauce a little basil give it special flavor.'
Fondue is a fun and informal way to gather friends and family together. Consider offering some fresh vegetables such as sliced peppers and halved mushrooms in addition to the chunks of French bread.
I love creating new variations on tuna sandwiches. This one is made with basil pesto, and served on rye bread with slices of tomato and leaves of lettuce. I made this for my husband's lunch the other day, and he wanted them again for dinner that night!
These beans are briefly boiled and tossed with cherry tomatoes in a buttery basil sauce to make the most yummy green beans ever! We serve these at Easter Dinner every year but are a delicious accent to any meal.
Red wine vinegar gives a piquant edge to sauteed garlic, Portobello mushrooms, red bell peppers and zucchini. Toss the mixture with bow tie pasta, and serve with grated Parmesan.
Mushrooms, celery and water chestnuts add texture and crunch in this comforting casserole. Chicken and rice are perfect partners that always satisfy.--Linda Durnil, Decatur, Illinois
Grated ginger and lemongrass give this traditional chicken noodle soup an international flair. Feel free to add extra vegetables such as mushrooms, peas, or carrots.
You'll find many uses for this versatile pasta sauce. Let tomatoes, garlic, sugar, parsley, garlic powder, oregano and basil go for a nice, slow simmer with zesty jolt of flavor from capers and crushed red pepper.
