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Pesto
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,ZSpecialties,Z3-Sauces & Dressings
I have seen in some restaurant menus that chefs have made pesto with walnuts, so I decided macadamia nuts must work too. Now I can attest. They not only work, it tastes great!
Italian Shrimp Cocktail
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Seafood,ZS-Holiday,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZSpecialties
This is what I call cheating when I’m in a hurry. I use my favorite bottled Italian dressing as the marinade and everyone thinks I put so much effort into this really pretty dish.
Angela’s Shortcut Ratatouille
ZSpecialties,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees
When you need some serious cold weather comfort food, ratatouille hits the spot. This shortcut ratatouille-inspired recipe was submitted by dieter Angela. She Zolafied the original recipe and created a delicious ZReduction veggie sauté that can be made in less than half the time of a traditional ratatouille.
Dieter Angela’s Ground Turkey “Meatzza” Crust
ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z3-Poultry,ZSpecialties,Z3-Pork
Angela says, "I love pizza, so I was looking for alternatives. I was disappointed to find cauliflower crust is not much lower in carbs than a traditional pizza crust. I came across that recipe for a meatzza crust and was pleasantly surprised. It satisfied my pizza craving, and I could have a slice of pizza without needing a fork! For those pizza cravings, here’s a recipe for a meatzza crust."
Chicken Scallopini
ZS-Dieter Favorites,ZSpecialties,Z3-Poultry
A traditional Italian meal made the Plan Z way. My husband declared this one of his favorite meals of the year.
Creamed Orzo with Leeks and Parmesan
Z3.5-Sides,ZSpecialties,Z3.5-Entrees,Z3.5-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday
Orzo is a wonderful, tiny pasta. This is the most requested side dish recipe I get from dinner guests–but watch your portion size. Enjoy!
Italian Green Bean Salad
Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Salads,ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides
This is a fun, colorful side dish to a plain piece of meat. This goes together so fast! You can even make it in the morning and finish assembly just before dinner.
French-Italian Mushroom Tart
ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z3.5-Appetizers,ZSpecialties
You can use the recipe as an appetizer or a brunch entrée or even a lunch or light dinner served with a salad.
Balsamic Chicken (Braised or Slow Cooker)
ZS-Dieter Favorites,ZSpecialties,Z2-Poultry
This is a super easy meal to make; made even easier by doing it in your slow cooker. Simple Italian.
Italian Burgers
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Beef,ZSpecialties,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees
To make this burger taste extra special, consider topping it with a soup spoonful of spaghetti sauce. You can find one with no sugar in the spaghetti sauce aisle.
Italian Sausage Zucchini Casserole
Z3-Beef,ZSpecialties,ZS-Zola to Go,Z3-Entrees
This dish is Italian comfort food. I curl up on sofa with a bowl of this and watch a movie. You can go totally low-carb with this one and make it without the pasta. Tastes just as good. This also makes a great casserole addition to a pot luck party.
Italian Sausage Zucchini Casserole (with Pasta)
Z3.5-Pork,ZS-Zola to Go,Z3.5-Entrees,ZSpecialties
This dish is Italian comfort food. I curl up on sofa with a bowl of this and watch a movie. You can go totally low-carb with this one and make it without the pasta. Tastes just as good. This also makes a great casserole addition to a pot luck party.
Authentic Italian Meatballs
Z3-Beef,ZS-Zola to Go,ZSpecialties,Z3-Entrees
These meatballs are my take on an authentic meatball recipe from New York city. These actually have a cheesy element to them that make them super yummy. BIG YUM!
Hearty Italian Tomato-Mushroom Soup
ZSpecialties,Z3-Soups & Stews,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Vegetarian
This is a very thick soup. If you like your soup thinner you can add tomato juice to thin it out. I'd say a couple of cups of juice would be plenty.
Grilled Chicken Parmesan
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Poultry,ZSpecialties,Z3-Entrees
Today’s recipe is a really easy version of a summer, grilled chicken parmesan; only I changed it. Everyone talks about de-constructing recipes these days.
Broiled Provolone with Italian Herbs and Crackers
ZS-Holiday,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less
Two basic ingredients and some herbs. Simple elegance at its finest.
Caprese Tomato Salad
Z3-Salads,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z3-Sides
This makes a quick light appetizer that's pretty in the summer. Or it can be a side salad or even an Italian side dish to go great with grilled summer foods.
Italian Meatball Soup
Z2-Beef,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Soup,ZSpecialties,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees
So today you can “Enjoy a Bowl-a-Zola.”
Baked Fish Fillets Italian Style
ZSpecialties,Z2-Seafood,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Entrees
Anyone with an oven can make this dish. It takes just a few minutes to assemble and 30 minutes in the oven and dinner is ready to roll.
Italian Seafood Stew
ZSpecialties,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Seafood,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Entrees
Seafood is often served on New Year’s Eve. In some cultures it’s a celebration that is supposed to come with good luck if you eat seafood.
Pizziola Sauce
ZSpecialties,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Sauces & Dressings
This is a great Italian sauce that you can serve with steak, chicken or fish. You can eat it warm or cold.
Italian Chicken Burgers
Z2-Poultry,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties
Serve with tomato slices and a salad and you have a nice meal. These are also good as Zola To GO!
Marinated Chicken with Chunky, Fresh Tomato Sauce
ZSpecialties,Z2-Poultry,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees
This is my favorite summer recipe. It’s colorful, it’s light, and it’s very tasty.
Italian Crock Pot Chicken
Z2-Soup,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Poultry,ZSpecialties,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees
You can also have a salad on the side with a few bits of celery and cucumber.