Tag Archives: Roasted

Roasted Italian Vegetables

Roasted vegetables is, in my opinion, the yummiest way to eat vegetables. I bake up a pan then they’re in the fridge for the week to serve on the side of meat, stuffed into a sandwich or thrown in with a salad. Ingredients: 1 red pepper 1 yellow pepper 2 zucchinis 1 sweet onion 4Continue reading “Roasted Italian Vegetables”

Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken Breasts

I modified this recipe from one that is featured in Frances Mayes’ book “Everyday in Tuscany”. She’s a consummate foodie and likes to include recipes in her many books about life in Italy. Marinade: 1/2 c olive oil 1/2 c white wine 2 tbsp red wine vinegar Rub: 1/2 c chopped italian parsley 4 garlicContinue reading “Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken Breasts”

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

We first tried these brussel sprouts at a steak restaurant near us and I immediately went home to recreate them. The restaurant made them with maple syrup, but you can omit for the low-carb version. Ingredients: 5 slices bacon 1 lb brussel sprouts, halved 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp maple syrup (optional) salt &Continue reading “Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon”

Roasted Baby Potatoes

Being with a Portuguese man has opened my eyes and palate to the wonderful world of Portuguese chicken and rice and potatoes. I wouldn’t call this recipe Portuguese potatoes, because it’s not really, but what I learned from my sister-in-law is they’re better cooked until they’re almost burnt, it makes them so crispy and caramelizedContinue reading “Roasted Baby Potatoes”