Joy Frey of Kelso, Missouri appreciates the convenience of this meal--its flavor might remind you of ravioli. 'The recipe makes a lot, so I don't have to cook on the night we enjoy the left-overs,' she adds.
Heres a memorable take on an all-time classic. Maxine Petersohn tops eggplant slices with chopped tomatoes, fresh basil and cheese before broiling them. 'My family thoroughly enjoys them,' she pens from Cortez, Florida.
Whole green chiles hug the chicken thighs and impart a mild, roasted flavor to both the meat and broth. The chiles used in this recipe come 3 per 4-ounce can.
You can make this dish ahead--just cover and refrigerate or freeze after you've spread the final layer of marinara sauce. Serve with a salad and breadsticks to round out the meal.
Layers of ziti pasta, beefy tomato sauce, sour cream and Italian cheeses get a final dash of flavor with a generous sprinkling of chopped fresh basil before baking.
