Tag: Italian Turkey Sausage

Brunch, Dinner Entrees, Italian

Cheesy Eggplant Boats

Irma Crepps

Cheesy Eggplant Boats

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This Italian-vibe eggplant dinner is filled with deep, rich flavors ! Your tastebuds will be satisfied. It can be on your plate and palate in less than an hour, start to finish. You can make a vegetarian version by subbing out the meat with garbanzo beans. About 5 carbs per serving. Great with a fresh green salad. Enjoy!
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword Basil, Cheddar Cheese, Eggplant, Garlic, Marinara Sauce, Onion, Oregano, Parmesian, Spinach, Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Rubber spatula
  • Chopping board
  • Large Bowl
  • Large Skillet I Prefer Cast Iron
  • Sheet pan Lined with Parchment Paper or Cooking Spray

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil evoo
  • 1 Tbsp Butter
  • 1 LB Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage
  • 2 Eggplants
  • ½ Diced Onion
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced or 2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Cup Chopped Frozen or Fresh Spinach
  • 24 Ounce Marinara or Pasta Sauce Victoria and Rao's brands are low in carbs
  • 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • Fresh Basal Leaves and/or Chopped Parsley Garnish

Instructions

  • Gather all your tools and ingredients to save time! I'm sure you're hungry for this! Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • On med-high heat, add 2 tbsp evoo and 1 tbsp butter to skillet. Brown turkey sausage. Remove from heat into a large bowl.
  • Cut both eggplants lengthwise. Using a small knife, cut and score the flesh of the eggplant into small squares.
  • Leave about ½ inch rim around the edges, being careful not to puncture the skin. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon into the skillet on med-high heat.
  • Add an additional 2 tbsp evoo and 1 tbsp butter to the skillet. Saute eggplant, and chopped onions for about 4-5 minutes.
  • In the meantime, place eggplant skins (boats) on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or cooking spray. Rub evoo to the rims of the boats.
  • Once the onions are translucent, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Salt and pepper to flavor. Remove from heat and add to the sausage bowl.
  • Saute fresh spinach until wilted in skillet, or microwave frozen spinach to thaw. Drain water out of the spinach if it was frozen. Add to mixture.
  • Stir in sauce with the sausage. Fill boats with the mixture.
  • Top with the two cheeses and bake for 30 minutes. If cheese is golden within 20 minutes of baking, cover with foil to finish baking.
  • Enjoy with a fresh, crispy Romaine salad!
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Burgers, Dinner Entrees, Lunch

Great Greek Burgers

Irma Crepps

This Greek turkey burger is juicy and packed with incredible mouth-watering flavor. An easy and healthy weekday staple. Your family or guests will go back for seconds! Enjoy!

Great Greek Burgers

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15 Carbs (depends on the pita bread)
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Keyword Cucumber, Feta, Garlic, Greek Yogurt, Lemon, Oregano, Parsley, Pita Bread, Red Onion, Red Roasted Peppers, Spinach, Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Board for Chopping
  • Large Skillet I prefer cast iron
  • Spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Small bowl and plate

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil evoo
  • 1 1.2 Pounds Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage Ground turkey or remove meat from links.
  • 1 Cup Red Onion, Diced Small, Divided
  • 3/4 Cup Cooked Spinach, Chopped
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh Garlic, Minced, Divided Or 1 ½ Tsp Dried Garlic
  • 3 Tsp Fresh or Dried Oregano, Divided
  • 2 Tsp Salt Or Grill Seasoning
  • 1 Tsp Pepper
  • 1 Cup Greek Yogurt Full Fat is usually very creamy with less carbs
  • ½ Cup English Cucumber, Diced
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • ½ Cup Roasted Red Peppers, Diced Jarred (or roast fresh in 425 F oven for 20 minutes.)
  • 1 Cup Feta Cheese
  • ½ Cup Kalamata Olives, Chopped Optional
  • ½ Cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped Optional
  • 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes, Cut in half

Instructions

  • Gather all your ingredients and "tools for the trade" which will really saves you time.
  • Burgers: In a mixing bowl combine ground turkey, ½ cup onion, spinach, 2 tbsp fresh garlic (or 2 tsp dried), 2 tsp oregano, and 1 tsp each of salt and pepper.
  • Form oblong patties to fit in half of a pita, around ½ inch in thickness.
  • Heat evoo in skillet on medium high. Add turkey burgers and brown for 3-4 minutes until golden.
  • Flip burgers and cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes, or until internal temp is 165 degrees. Tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  • Sauce: In a small bowl mix yogurt, cucumber and lemon juice. Season with remaining garlic, oregano, and salt.
  • Toppings: On a plate arrange red peppers, remaining onion, Feta cheese, olives, parsley, and tomatoes.
  • Cut pitas in half and toast. Fill pitas with burger, sauce and toppings. Kali Oreksi!! So easy and so tasty!