๐ฎ๐น The Italian Buffalo Stew ๐
Overview:
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per serving: 156.9
- Rating: โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ (5)
Description:
This hearty Italian Buffalo Stew is a household favorite, combining ease of preparation with healthy, flavorful ingredients. Inspired by a delightful dinner at my friend Tabatha’s place, this dish is a regular star on our dinner table. However, feel free to substitute buffalo with ground turkey or beef for variety!
Key Information:
- Category: Stew
- Keywords: Meat, Lactose-Free, Free Of…, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Garlic Clove |
| 2-4 | Olive Oil (Tablespoons) |
| 1 | Can Diced Tomatoes |
| 1 | Package Frozen Chopped Spinach |
| 1 | Tablespoon Basil |
| 2 | Teaspoons Oregano |
| 1 | Teaspoon Salt |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon Pepper |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 156.9
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 52.2mg
- Sodium: 642.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 1.2g
- Protein: 23.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare Buffalo:
- Brown the buffalo in a skillet until cooked through.
- Drain excess grease and set aside.
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Saute Onion and Garlic:
- In a large saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in olive oil until tender and aromatic.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the browned buffalo, diced tomatoes, frozen chopped spinach, basil, and oregano to the saucepan.
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Simmer and Season:
- Heat the mixture through, ensuring all flavors meld together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
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Serve:
- Serve this flavorful stew over a bed of rice or pasta for a classic Italian meal.
- For a twist, try spreading tomato paste on a pizza crust, top it with the stew, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and bake until bubbly and golden.
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Enjoy!
- ๐ Buon appetito! This Italian Buffalo Stew is a delightful blend of savory flavors, perfect for a cozy night in. Whether served traditionally over rice or pasta, or as a pizza topping, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Mmm, indeed! ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐น
