A quick and easy “One-Pan” dish using prepared cheese tortellini.

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Active time: 35 min Start to finish: 35 min 3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 cup beef broth 1 (1-lb) piece beef sirloin, trimmed, sliced 1/4 inch thick, then cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot 3/4 cup cremini mushrooms, trimmed and halved (quartered […]

Originally Published in 2004. Updated for today’s reality.

From Epicurious 1 package (12 ounces) dried egg noodles ¼ cup butter (or more), unsalted is okay Salt and pepper to taste Chopped fresh parsley for garnish Cook the noodles per package instructions. Drain and return to pot. Heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until brown. Stir at the bottom of […]

3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 cup beef broth 1 (1-lb) piece beef tenderloin, trimmed, sliced 1/4 inch thick, then cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot 3/4 lb cremini mushrooms, trimmed and halved (quartered if large) 3 tablespoons sour cream at room temperature 1 […]

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 medium garlic cloves, smashed and peeled 6 ounces of thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into fine strips 2/3 cup walnuts (about 3 ounces), coarsely chopped (Carrie is allergic to walnuts so I use walnut halves to make it easier for her to avoid them.) 1 pound ziti (or similar tubular […]

1 pound of ground beef 4 large eggs, beaten 1 cup Italian seasoned dried breadcrumbs (I use Progresso Italian Style) 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper About 4 cups spaghetti sauce Spaghetti noodles, cooked Use your favorite sauce recipe. I use Lawry’s Extra Rich and Thick powdered mix because it requires simmering […]