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Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad

Lunch

Ingredients For the Salad: 2 large heads of romaine lettuce, washed and chopped 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup croutons (homemade or store-bought) For the Dressing: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 anchovy fillets (optional), minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste For the Croutons (if making homemade): 2 cups cubed bread (French baguette or ciabatta work well) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed Salt and pepper, to taste Execution 1 Prepare the Croutons (if making … Read more

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Cheesy Baked Ziti

Cheesy Baked Ziti

Lunch

Ingredients 1 pound ziti pasta 2 cups ricotta cheese 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 4 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish) Execution 1 Cook the Pasta:Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ziti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2 Prepare the Sauce:In a large skillet, heat … Read more

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