Black Beans with Lemon Asparagus

Lemon and asparagus are a perfect pair, and our Meyer Lemon Oil works perfectly in this recipe with fresh asparagus. Black beans, which are full of fiber and plant-based protein, top off this side dish as a great change of pace. This dish would also be great with sauteed onions.

Ingredients:
1 15 oz can black beans
1 lb fresh asparagus
2Tbsp Pastamore Meyer Lemon Oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
To taste salt and black pepper

Directions:
1. Add black beans to medium pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer.

2. Rinse asparagus and cut of fibrous stems. Cut the asparagus into 1-2" long pieces.

3. Heat a large frying pan on the stove over medium-low heat. Once hot, add asparagus and 1 Tbsp of Pastamore Meyer Lemon Oil. Cook until tender, stirring as needed. Season to taste with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

4. Drain black beans and return to cooking pot. Add 1/2 tsp garlic powder and mix well.

5. Plate the asparagus and top with the black beans. Finish with a drizzle of Pastamore Meyer Lemon Oil.

Deconstructed Sheppard's Pie

Just because you are in the mood for meat and potatoes doesn't mean you have to have a boring meal. This recipe takes a deconstructed approach to sheppard's pie. Ground beef, veggies, and potatoes and spiced up thanks to our Pastamore Rosemary with Roasted Garlic Dipping Oil.

Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef, lean
2 russet potatoes
2 Tbsp Pastamore Rosemary with Roasted Garlic Dipping Oil
2 cups mixed vegetables, frozen
1/2 tsp onion powder
To taste salt and black pepper
As garnish ketchup

Directions:
1. Bake potatoes in oven or microwave. Place to side.

2. Heat a large frying pan on the stove over medium heat. Once hot, add ground beef and mixed vegetables. Stir often and cook until ground beef reaches minimum temperature of 160 F°. Add 1 Tbsp Pastamore Rosemary with Roasted Garlic Dipping Oil, onion powder, and salt and pepper. Mix well.

3. Plate ground beef mixture. Roughly chop and add on top of ground beef. Top potatoes with a drizzle of Pastamore Rosemary with Roasted Garlic Dipping Oil and garnish with ketchup.

Honey Teriyaki Ground Beef

Our Honey Ginger Teriyaki Grill Sauce and Marinade is always AWESOME on chicken, but have you tried it on your steak or ground beef? The sauce gives the meet a great flavor and a hint of sweet and savory. In this recipe, Honey Ginger Teriyaki Grill Sauce and Marinade is paired ground beef and pineapple for a quick and tasty dish.

Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
2 Tbsp Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Grill Sauce and Marinade
1 cup pineapple chunks
2 cups baby spinach
1/2 tsp garlic powder
To taste - salt and black pepper

Directions:
1. Heat a large frying pan on the stove over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, stirring often to break into small pieces.

2. Add Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Grill Sauce and Marinade, pineapple chunks, garlic powder and baby spinach. Cook until spinach has wilted and season to taste with salt and black pepper.

3. Serve over rice.

Sundried Tomato Turkey Meatloaf

Classic meatloaf is a great dish but it won't always win you awards for healthiest meal around. This recipe takes a healthy and tasty twist by substituting ground turkey and our Sundred Tomato and Harissa Oil. Give this recipe a try the next you're trying to fit some comfort food into your healthy dinner.
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
1 lb 93/7 ground turkey
1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup diced onion
1 tsp diced garlic
1 Tbsp Pastamore Sundried Tomato and Harissa Oil
3/4 cup ketchup, divided
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.

2. Heat non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Add Pastamore Sundried Tomato and Harissa Oil, onion, and garlic. Cook until translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Allow to cool.

3. Combine all ingredients (except for 1/2 cup of ketchup) in a large mixing bowl. Mix well. Form into a loaf and place into a baking dish. Top with the remaining ketchup and spread evenly. 

4. Place into oven and cook for 50-60 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165ºF. Rest for at least 5 minutes and serve.

Habanero Buffalo Chicken Linguini

Look, buffalo wings are delicious, but fried chicken, sauce, and ranch dressing aren't always the healthiest options. This recipe takes the flavors of buffalo wings thanks to our spicy Pastamore Habanero Linguini. The spice can be kicked up with a little extra hot sauce or red pepper flakes.

Ingredients:
1 12 ounce package Pastamore Habanero Linguini
12 ounces chicken breast, shredded
2 stalks celery
1 cup baby carrots
2 ounce reduced fat mozzarella cheese (or blue cheese)
1 Tbsp hot sauce
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp garlic powder
To taste salt and black pepper

Directions:
1. Heat a large pot of water on the stove over high heat. Once boiling, add Pastamore Habanero Linguini. Stir often.

2. Shred celery and carrots using grater or food processor.

3. Cook pasta until al dente and drain using a colander. 

4. Return pot to stove over medium-low heat. Add olive oil, chicken breast, and hot sauce, Mix well. Add cooked pasta and shredded vegetables. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Heat until warm.

5. Add cheese and milk and mix well (add water or more milk if needed). Plate and top with parsley.

Spicy Teriyaki Tofu with Couscous

Never tried couscous? Unsure what to do with tofu? What better way to get introduced to both of these ingredients in one single dish? The best part of tofu is that it takes on the flavor of sauces very well, and this means that our Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Marinade and Grill Sauce can really shine.

Ingredients:
1 block - extra firm tofu (14-16 oz)
2 Tbsp - Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Marinade and Grill Sauce
2 Tbsp - chili garlic sauce
2 cups - couscous
2 cups - water
1 Tbsp - olive oil
1/4 cup - fresh cilantro
1/2 - medium red onion
Juice of 1/2 lime
To taste - salt and black pepper
As garnish - sesame seeds

Directions:
1. Add 2 cups of water to a medium pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add couscous and lime juice. Cover and remove from heat. Remove lid after 10-12 minutes and stir in olive oil and mix well. Set to side.

2. Slice onion. Cut block of tofu and in half and cut into 1/4-1/2" thick pieces.

3. Heat large non-stick pan on the stove over medium-low heat. Add tofu and onions, and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cook until tofu is browned and flip tofu and stir onions. Cook until browned. Add Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Ginger Marinade and Grill Sauce and chili garlic sauce. Mix well and heat until warm.

4. Tear cilantro and add to rice. Season rice to taste with salt and black pepper and mix well.

5. Plate couscous and top with spicy tofu.

Easy Teriyaki Rotisserie Chicken

Sometimes you want a delicious dinner without a serious time commitment. Rotisserie chicken can be an easy way to start a meal, but the leftovers are never as good as when it was fresh. This simple dish can be used to spice up those leftovers or any other chicken leftovers you may have. Nothing like a simple, fast, and delicious meal thanks to our Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Marinade and Grill Sauce.

Ingredients:
2 cups - rotisserie chicken, shredded
2 Tbsp - Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Marinade and Grill Sauce
As garnish - sesame seeds
To taste - salt and black pepper

Directions:
1. Shred chicken using fork or hands.

2. Heat large non-stick pan on the stove over medium heat. Once hot, add shredded chicken and cook until warm. Add 2 Tbsp Pastamore Honey Ginger Teriyaki Marinade and Grill Sauce and mix well. Adjust  seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed.

3. Plate and garnish with sesame seeds. Serve with rice and sauteed green beans.