Best 2 Valeries Italian Veggie Pie Recipes
ITALIAN VEGGIE COTTAGE PIE
An Italian twist on an English classic, with sundried tomato, spinach and aubergine, this veggie pie makes a super budget supper
Provided by Katy Greenwood
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large, lidded frying pan or flameproof casserole dish. Cook the aubergine, in two batches, over a high heat for 4-5 mins until golden, adding extra oil as you need to. Return all the aubergine to the pan with the garlic, tomatoes and 1 1/2 tsp oregano and cook for 1 min. Stir in the spinach, put the lid on the pan and leave for a few mins to wilt.
- Add the flour and stir through until combined. Pour in the milk, stir gently and bring to the boil. Bubble for a few mins, then stir in the cheese and season. Cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.
- Mix the mash with the remaining oregano and spread over the filling. Scatter over a little more grated cheese and bake for 10-15 mins until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
VALERIE'S BOLOGNESE SAUCE
I wanted a good meat sauce, but was having trouble finding that one recipe that knocked my socks off, so I altered a few and came up with my own. Of course, it goes well with all types of pasta and in the traditional Spaghetti ala Bolognese. But I also use this as my sauce in lasagna, baked ziti, pizza - you name it. It gives everything that extra oomph!
Provided by valerie160
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato
Time 1h55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until the vegetables are soft and beginning to brown, about 8 minutes. Place the ground beef into the pan, and cook and stir, breaking the meat apart as it cooks, until well browned, about 10 more minutes. Pour in the red wine, bring to a boil, and cook until the liquid is almost absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour in the milk and nutmeg, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk is almost absorbed, 10 more minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, and oregano, bring to a simmer, and reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 332.3 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
Tips for Making Valerie's Italian Veggie Pie:
- Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to the pie. Some good options include zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, broccoli, and spinach.
- Make sure to cook the vegetables until they are tender but still have a bit of a bite to them. This will help them retain their nutrients and flavor.
- Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make the filling tough.
- Use a store-bought or homemade pie crust to save time. If you are using a store-bought crust, be sure to pre-bake it according to the package directions.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. This usually takes about 30-35 minutes.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Valerie's Italian Veggie Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian dish that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. It is packed with fresh vegetables and has a flavorful cheese and egg filling. This pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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