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Mini pizzas, hold the bread, built on roasted portobellos instead!

Vegetable Portobello Pizzas

1
SERVING
, 2
MINI PIZZAS

2
large
portobello mushroom caps,
stems removed
Extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO), for drizzling
4
pieces jarred
grilled eggplant
or marinated eggplant (available on Italian food aisle), drained
1
jarred
roasted red pepper,
drained and sliced
4
water-packed
artichoke hearts,
drained and sliced
3
tablespoons chopped fresh
flat-leaf parsley
or basil
½
cup
arugula
or baby spinach
¼
cup finely chopped
onion
or shallot
Salt
and
freshly ground black pepper
4
slices deli
provolone cheese,
or ¼ pound Italian Fontina cheese, sliced
Crushed
hot red pepper flakes
Italian dried seasoning
or dried oregano

Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 450°F. Place the mushroom caps gill side up on a baking sheet and drizzle with EVOO. Roast for 12 minutes, or until tender. Layer the caps with the grilled eggplant, sliced roasted red pepper, sliced artichokes, parsley or basil, and arugula or spinach. Drizzle the tops with a little more EVOO, and sprinkle with finely chopped onion or shallot and salt and pepper. Top the mushrooms with 2 slices provolone or fontina each in even layers, then return the pizzas to the oven. Bake for 5 minutes to set the vegetables and melt the cheese. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes and Italian dried seasoning or oregano to the top of each portobello mini pizza and transfer to a plate.

Sausage Portobello Pizzas

1
SERVING
, 2
MINI PIZZAS

2
large
portobello mushroom caps,
stems removed
Extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO), for drizzling
2
links
Italian sausage,
sweet or hot, split and sausage removed from casing
½
cup
marinara sauce
or pizza sauce
4
slices
mozzarella
or smoked mozzarella cheese
Crushed
hot red pepper flakes
Italian dried seasoning blend
or dried oregano

Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 450°F. Place the mushroom caps gill side up on a baking sheet and drizzle with EVOO. Roast for 12 minutes, or until tender.

Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of EVOO to the pan and add the sausage. Break up and brown the sausage for 5 to 7 minutes, until no pink remains. Transfer the cooked meat to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.

Remove the caps from the oven or toaster oven and top each of them with a layer of marinara or pizza sauce, cooked sausage, and cheese. Return the caps to the oven and bake for 3 or 4 minutes to melt the cheese and brown it at the edges. Remove the pizzas from the oven and top with a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes and Italian seasoning or dried oregano.

Pepperoni Portobello Pizzas

1
SERVING
, 2
MINI PIZZAS

2
large
portobello mushroom caps,
stems removed
Extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO), for drizzling
Salt
and
freshly ground black pepper
¼
cup
pizza sauce
or marinara sauce
6
slices
sandwich pepperoni
(from the deli counter)
4
slices
mozzarella cheese
or smoked mozzarella cheese
Crushed
hot red pepper flakes
Dried Italian seasoning
or dried oregano

Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 450°F. Place the mushroom caps gill side up on a baking sheet and drizzle with EVOO. Roast for 12 minutes, or until tender. Remove the caps from the oven, season with salt and pepper, and top each with a few spoonfuls of pizza sauce or marinara spread out in a thin layer. Top the layer of sauce with layers of pepperoni and mozzarella cheese and return to the hot oven. Cook the pizzas for another 3 or 4 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and brown at edges. Garnish the pizzas with red pepper flakes and a pinch or two of Italian seasoning blend or dried oregano.

 

Use all of the following egg recipes at all hours; they make a great late- night/all-night snack, an awesome and unusual breakfast, or a simple dinner when you are totally eggs-hausted!

Egg Roll-ups

1
SERVING

½
tablespoon
extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO) (half a turn of the pan)
Salt
and
freshly ground black pepper
1
egg,
vigorously beaten
3
tablespoons shredded
sharp Cheddar
or Monterey Jack cheese
1
tablespoon store-bought
tomatillo salsa

Preheat an 8- to 9-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat with the EVOO. Add a little salt and pepper to the beaten egg, and whisk to combine. Add the seasoned egg to the hot pan. Give the pan a shake to help spread the egg out to cover the bottom of the skillet. Resist the temptation to stir the egg. Cover the pan with a piece of foil and cook for 1 minute. Remove the foil, sprinkle with the grated cheese, return the foil, and continue to cook for 1 to 2 more minutes, or until the egg has completely set and the cheese has melted. Give the pan a good shake to loosen the cooked egg, then bring the pan over to your cutting board. Tilt the pan and shake the egg out onto the cutting board, keeping the egg relatively flat as you shake it from the skillet. Spread the tomatillo salsa across the egg. Roll the egg as tightly as possible, being careful not to tear it. Allow the rolled-up egg to cool slightly, just a minute or so. With a sharp knife cut into 1- to 1½-inch-wide disks. Eat and enjoy.

Other fillings suggestions: smoked salmon and chopped fresh dill; chopped cooked chorizo and Cheddar; sliced deli roast turkey, Swiss cheese, and mustard.

 

Mini frittatas make a high-protein snack that is like a bread-free Hot Pocket. Be sure to use a small—no more than 6-inch diameter—nonstick skillet to make these.

Ham and Cheese Frittaco

1
SERVING

2
to 3 tablespoons
extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO) (eyeball it)
2
large
eggs,
beaten
A splash of
half-and-half
or milk (1 to 2 tablespoons)
Salt
and
freshly ground black pepper
A few drops of
hot sauce,
such as Tabasco
1
slice, your choice:
Swiss, provolone,
or slicing
Cheddar
2
slices
deli ham,
your choice: baked, smoked, boiled, or prosciutto

Heat a small nonstick skillet with the EVOO over medium-low to medium heat. Beat the eggs with a splash of half-and-half, salt and pepper, and hot sauce. Cook the eggs in the skillet for 2 minutes without disturbing them. Once the eggs have browned and set, flip the frittata. Add a layer of cheese, then the ham, folding it to fit in the pan and cover the surface of the eggs and cheese evenly. Fold the frittata so it looks like a taco, and slide it onto a plate. Eat!

Mexican Frittaco

1
SERVING

2
large
eggs,
beaten
1
teaspoon
chili powder
Salt
and
freshly ground black pepper
A few drops of
hot sauce,
such as Tabasco
2
to 3 tablespoons
extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO) (eyeball it)
1
cup (4 ounces) shredded
Pepper Jack
or chipotle Cheddar cheese, such as Cabot brand
½
cup store-bought
tomatillo salsa,
green chili salsa verde, or smoky chipotle salsa
½
avocado,
sliced
2
teaspoons fresh
lemon juice

Beat the eggs together with the chili powder, salt and pepper, and hot sauce. Heat a small nonstick skillet and the EVOO over medium to medium-low heat. Add the eggs and fry without stirring until brown and set, about 2 minutes. Flip the frittata. Top the frittata with cheese and salsa. Sprinkle the sliced avocado with a little lemon juice and arrange the slices across half of the frittata. Fold it over, so it resembles a taco. Slide the completed frittaco on to a plate and eat!

Spanish Frittaco

1
SERVING

2
to 3 tablespoons
extra-virgin olive oil
(EVOO) (eyeball it)
2
large
eggs,
beaten
1
shallot,
finely chopped
2
tablespoons chopped fresh
flat-leaf parsley
Salt
and
freshly ground black pepper
1
teaspoon (several drops)
hot sauce,
such as Tabasco
2
to 3 ounces
manchego cheese,
thinly sliced (just enough to cover your small frittata)
2
slices
Serrano ham
or prosciutto
1
piece
roasted red pepper,
drained and sliced

Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat with the EVOO. Beat the eggs with the shallot, parsley, salt and pepper, and hot sauce, then add to the skillet. Fry the eggs without disturbing them for 2 minutes, or until brown and set. Flip the frittata (invert pan with a plate to help you if necessary). Top the frittata with the cheese, ham, and roasted pepper. Fold the frittata over, like a taco. Slide the frittaco out onto a plate and eat hot or at room temperature.

 

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