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DIY Garlic Pizza Sauce and Saucesome Food Pairings

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Two-Minute Homemade Garlic Pizza Sauce can be made in a flash, saves money and lets you control the spice.Yeah, yeah . . . National Pizza Day was yesterday. I may be a day late, but definitely not a dollar short with this easy-to-make homemade garlic pizza sauce recipe that will take your pie to the next level. Homemade garlic pizza sauce tastes better, saves money and can be made ahead and frozen for a busy weeknight dinner solution. Store-bought sauces can be kind of pricey, especially the better ones – but my creation saves you some dough (see what I did there?) that can be put towards your favorite fresh toppings. Personally, I love Campari tomatoes, spinach and roasted garlic – but the kids are pepperoni addicts all the way. As for the crust, I’m staying out of the crust controversy – pan crust, thin crust or even cauliflower-carrot crust, it’s up to you. Make it your way, I’m just here to share the sauce. DIY Homemade Pizza Sauce is perfect for your pie and to use with nearly everything -- sauce to dunk bread, shrimp, cheese, to toss with pasta or zoodles, or to simmer with eggs!The secret to this pizza sauce recipe is a can of “fire-roasted” tomatoes and Instantly Fresh herbs – I’m a big fan of these freeze-dried herbs and garlic from Litehouse Foods, but you can also use regular dried herbs or fresh if feeling fancy.  Those not in the know would think this hearty sauce had been simmering all day on the stovetop and not whipped up at warp speed in a blender. Make a double batch and freeze for a busy weeknight dinner solution. Other recipes that are insanely good with this pizza sauce: Egg & Zucchini Ragu Eight Minute Egg & Zucchini Ragu   More Eggs . . .Portabello Eggs Inferno:   Portobello Eggs Inferno makes a quick and easy breakfast, lunch or dinner! Dip Roasted Spicy Creole Shrimp into Pizza Sauce (instead of cocktail sauce): Shrimp sauteed with Cajun spices  

DIY Homemade Garlic Pizza Sauce to Pour on Saucesome Things #CLblogger #Fitfluential #InstantlyFresh

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So, what is your favorite topping for pizza? Dare I ask, what is your sauce strategy? Do you cut your pizza in wedges or squares? Do you consider pizza something for a “cheat” day or a well-balanced, hand-held meal? Please share in the comments – XOXO, Jennifer

Linking up with Running On Happy and The Fit Foodie Mama

DIY Homemade Pizza Sauce is perfect for your pie and to use with nearly everything -- sauce to dunk bread, shrimp, cheese, to toss with pasta or zoodles, or to simmer with eggs!
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DIY Garlic Pizza Sauce and Saucesome Food Pairings
Prep Time
2 mins
Total Time
2 mins
 
No pre-packaged pizza sauce here, this easy homemade recipe takes your pie (and pasta) to the next level, saves money and lets you control the spice.
Course: Condiment, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Creole - Cajun, Italian
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 15-oz can fire roasted tomatoes, drained
  • 2 tablespoons oplive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes more or less to taste
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to blender and blend for approximately 45 seconds or until ingredients combined and tomatoes broken down but not completely pureed. Spread out sauce thinly on prepared pizza crust. Makes sauce for 3 medium or 2 large pizzas. Store leftover sauce in refrigerator or freeze in air-tight zip-top plastic bag.

Portobello Eggs Inferno with Mezzetta Pasta Sauces #FallForFlavor

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Eggs for dinner, I’m all about that! Nothing worse than coming home from a busy day of work, training and kid stuff being hungrier than a linebacker and have nothing planned, thawed or leftover.  But, with a jar of pasta sauce in the pantry (loving of Mezzetta® Napa Valley Homemade pasta sauce) and some eggs in the fridge, I’ve found I can win dinner and be the champion of chow every night!

Portobello Eggs Inferno makes a quick and easy breakfast, lunch or dinner!I came up with this really delicious, nutritious and filling meal that I can make in about 15 to 20 minutes – Portobello Eggs Inferno. The recipe is single serving, but it can easily be tweaked to feed a larger crowd. With three teenagers and a husband who often works late, I usually know until the last minute how many will be sitting around the table each night, so I love flexible, expandable recipes like this!

Portobello Eggs Inferno Ingredients

Since I have a taste for spicy things, I used the “Spicy Marinara” flavor from the line of Mezzetta Pasta Sauces – and it’s pretty spicy (in a good way)! Some people call recipes that poach or bake eggs in spicy tomato sauce “Eggs in Hell” or “Eggs in Purgatory,” but I call the outcome pure heaven!  Instead of just cracking eggs into the sauce, I decided to bake the two little guys right on top of a meaty Portobello mushroom boat floating in a sea of spicy awesome sauce!  If you eat bread, the warmed, oozy sauce is perfectly sopped up with the crusty ends of a loaf – or I let mine meander over to my side of salad as a hot dressing.

Portobello Eggs Inferno with Mezzetta Spicy Marinara

I’m lucky my kids like most spicy foods too! They use the pasta sauce to make traditional spaghetti and meatballs (okay, the meatballs are store-prepared, but they can make the rest themselves)!  If your young ones don’t like spicy, don’t fret – Mezzetta Napa Valley Homemade pasta sauce has six flavors – Spicy Marinara (what I’m showing), Marinara, Tomato & Sweet Basil, Roasted Garlic & Caramelized Onions, Parmesan, Asiago & Romano and  Wild Mushroom.

Spaghetti and Meatballs with Mezzetta Spicy Marinara

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#FallForFlavor with Portobello Eggs Inferno @MezzettaFoods #ad

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What is your favorite quick dish using pasta sauce? Which of these flavors would you try first? Please share in the comments below – XOXO, Jennifer

 

Portobello Eggs Inferno makes a quick and easy breakfast, lunch or dinner!
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Portobello Eggs Inferno
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 
Speed into dinner and #FallForFlavor with this easy baked egg dish that is a quick fix with pasta sauce for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Course: Breakfast, Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 cup spicy marinara pasta sauce I used Mezzetta brand
  • 1 medium portobello mushroom cap
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chopped green onions
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In small 6-inch skillet (that is oven proof), heat olive oil and saute spinach over medium-high for 2 to 3 mintues.
  2. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  3. Add marinara sauce to skillet and stir to combine with spinach.
  4. Wash mushroom cap and remove stem. Place gill side up in middle of pasta sauce -- cut off rounded bottom if needed to keep it sitting flat.
  5. Crack eggs in middle of mushroom leaving yolks intact. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
  6. Bake at 400 F degrees for approximately 15 minutes, more or less depending on preferences of yolk consistency.
Recipe Notes

To make for 4 people, use a 10 - 12" skillet and multiply all ingredients by 4 inches.

Eggs-celent! Cotija Corn and Avocado Egg Salad

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Southwester flavors add tons of fiesta flavor to this untraditional egg salad from thefitfork.com.

Traditional egg salad can be a bit boring, but I’ve added a fiesta of flavor to one of my new recipes for the Lighthouse Foods blog. It’s Cotija, Corn and Avocado Egg Salad – and yes, it’s amazing as it sounds! Mexican crumbling cheese, corn, tomatoes, diced avocado and other fresh and healthy ingredients are added to coarsely chopped eggs. Instead of old-school mayo, the recipe is lightly dressed with Creamy Cotija Cilantro Dressing – it’s one of my favorites and also insanely good on fish tacos.

Fresh ingredients for Cojita, Corn and Avocado Egg Salad.

This nutritious egg recipe is perfect served solo, atop a salad or between a couple slices of your favorite bread.

A southwestern inspired egg salad recipe is perfect for you next picnic. - TheFitFork.com

Salad with Guacamole Stuffed TomatoesIt’s also so good in tomatoes, oh you know how I like to scoop out vine-ripe tomatoes and fill them with yummy things – Guacamole and Bacon Stuffed Campari Tomatoes are coming to mind!

 

 

protein challenge graphicQuick and easy egg recipe is one way I’ve been sticking the 30-day Protein Challenge at BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com  — the goal is to aim for 30 grams of protein optimally timed between three meals. You can look forward to less hunger and mindless snacking to help you get that leaner body!  It’s not too late to sign up for free and get all the tools you need to succeed, plus daily tips to keep you on track. Come back next week and I’ll share my upcoming beef kebob recipe with you!

 

Taking the shells off eggs can be a frustrating and tedious job. Here’s an egg-peeling tip you don’t want to miss:

 

TheFitFork.com refueling after the Capitol 10k race.

Refueling with beef and eggs after the Capitol 10k Race — I came in 1st Age Group and 3rd Masters.

How much protein are you eating per day? What are your favorite sources? Please share in the comments below:

 

Eggs-celent! Cotija Corn and Avocado Egg Salad + Egg Peeling Tip #CLBogger #ProteinChallenge

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7 Protein-Packed Breakfast Recipes + #ProteinChallenge

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Have you noticed that for the last couple years PROTEIN has been the big buzzword in food and nutrition?!  Typically, I’m not one to blindly follow trends, especially when it comes to how I’m fueling my body. However, I KNOW from experience that getting enough protein is important to my health and well-being – and also performance and recovery as an athlete.

Jennifer Fisher - Beef Sirloin Steaks

This is about 100 three-ounce servings of beef!

So you may be wondering how much protein is enough and when should I eat it? Well, how much protein you take in depends on your size, age, gender and activity level. Because of my fairly intense fitness routine, I aim to eat about 100 grams of protein per day – that sounds like a lot, but really you’d be surprised at how quickly it all adds up. For example, a 3-oz (deck of cards size) serving of beef has about 25 grams of protein and 8-ounces of Greek yogurt has nearly that much protein too, topped with a sprinkling of chopped almonds or hemp hearts.

I bet many of y’all are already getting enough protein, most Americans do.  However, the timing of protein is one area where many of us fail – it’s best to spread out your protein over the day rather than skimping through breakfast and lunch and over-consuming at dinner.  Experts recommend eating 25-30 grams of protein for breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with one or two protein snacks if you have additional needs.

Consuming the optimal amount of protein at the right time helps with weight loss goals by reducing mindless snacking, building muscles after a workout and protecting muscle mass. I think this infographic sums it up nicely.

To get you off to a great start in the morning, I’ve rounded up a week’s worth of protein-rich recipes for breakfast  — from omelets to smoothies, there’s sure to be something that pleases everyone. Seven Protein Packed Breakfast Recipes

 

Recipes starting top left and moving clockwise.

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I would love for you to join me in the 30 Day Protein Challenge, sponsored by The Beef Checkoff -(visit BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com and TXBeef.org). This informative, supportive, step-by-step 30-day plan will help you get a balanced amount of protein at each meal. You’ll learn how take control of your appetite by working your way up to eating 30 grams of protein at every meal for one month. They have lots of great recipe ideas and tools for success!

Protein spread thru day controls appetite – start with my breakfast #recipes and join #ProteinChallenge http://bit.ly/1IEk00a

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What are your favorite ways to start off the morning with protein?

Green Chile Cornbread Waffles – Beyond Breakfast

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Green Chile Cornbread Waffles - TheFitFork.comIt’s Waffle Wednesday — I just couldn’t wait for our weekend brunch. You’re not going to believe how crusty, crunch and crave-worthy these Green Chile Cornbread Waffles are. The cornmeal and cheese creates an extra crispy outer texture, yet they are still delicate and tender inside. The green chiles add a mild twang, yet not too spicy for the kids. I’d be very happy eating these waffles alone – but when I tried a drizzle of honey on top, the sweet-savory combo was a must-do-this again experience.

Southwestern Sloppy Joe on Green Chili Cornbread Waffle - title - TheFitFork.com

Of course, you can top these Green Chile Cornbread Waffles with anything that you like! For my friends at the Texas Beef Council, I created a southwestern-inspired sloppy job topping – ooh boy, with crispy nooks and crannies, these waffles become the perfect vehicle for delivering a hearty meal with out sogginess.  Check out the full recipe here —- >  BeefLovingTexans.com.

Hatch Green Chile Cornbread Waffle with Egg - TheFitFork.com

An egg, anyway you’d like, also makes the perfect topping along with a little salsa!  These savory waffles heat up really nicely in the toaster and you can make a big batch to stash in the freezer.  Enjoy!

Note:  I use fire-roasted Hatch green chiles that I stock up when in season (August) and store in my freezer. I also use the Hatch Green Chile Store as a shopping resource to satisfy my love for these amazing peppers. In a pinch, canned diced green chiles will also work . . . or even jalapenos if you’d like a little more heat.

MUST TRY —>Green Chile Cornbread Waffles #Recipe #BreakfastAndBeyond

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What is your favorite topping for waffles? Have you ever made or eaten a savory waffle?

Green Chile Cornbread Waffles - TheFitFork.com
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Green Chile Cornbread Waffles
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 
These crunchy, cheese waffles are savory and super delicious - top them how you like for a fun, fast meal idea for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Course: Breakfast, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 1 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced, roasted green chiles or 2 4-oz cans, drained
Instructions
  1. Add milk and vinegar to large bowl and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, whisk in egg and oil.
  2. In separate bowl, mix together dry ingredients including flour, corn meal, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder and salt.
  3. Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients a bit at a time. To finish batter, gently stir in cheese and green chiles.
  4. Make waffles using 2/3 cup batter according to waffle iron manufacturer’s directions. Makes about 6 large waffles.