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Roasted fall vegetables are one of the most delicious ways to enjoy the season's bounty! So easy and with the right seasoning such as Herbes De Provence, brings out more flavor than any other preparation. The pork chops are seasoned with An Evening in Tuscany—a family favorite. The vegetables marry so well with pork chops and a quick and easy meal to prepare. My family loves it and it works well for company.

Make sure you let the chops sit on your counter for about 25-30 minutes before you cook it. Allowing them to come to room temperature helps the meat cook more evenly. Also, letting your chops rest for 10 minutes ensures that all the juices remain inside and not on your cutting board!

I served this with mashed potatoes seasoned with Roasted Garlic Pepper, salt and a balsamic vinegar reduction. Simply add 1/2 cup vinegar to a sauce pan and reduce on medium heat, until syrupy, about 10 minutes.

A glass of Sangiovese pairs beautifully with these flavors!

Wine & Spice Make Everything Nice

Today is definitely time for some comfort food! We love Italian food and lasagna is my one of children’s favorites. I don't have the time today to make a full lasagna so this is a delicious, quick and easy version.

I used the low fat versions of the cheeses and used fresh mozzarella. I also skipped the heavy cream for 1% milk. Choosing prepared bacon crumbles vs. freshly cooked also saves on the fat and calories. The sauce tastes sinful but will not be too sinful on the hips. 

I used the Johnny Pizza pack with this recipe because it's fantastic for Italian food—not just pizza. 

The rollups were served with a green salad and garlic bread—quite satisfying!

Savored some Chianti with this rich delight.

Wine & Spice Make Everything Nice

This Frittata uses Mediterranean Blend and is delicious for breakfast or dinner! Pair with a salad and toast and it will make your day.

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I was feeling adventurous and thought it might be fun to go Moroccan.  Who doesn’t love a stuffed bell pepper!  The Moroccan Spice Blend has an enormous amount of flavor!  Very warm, rich and inviting on a cool night!  I prepared a Sweet Smoked Paprika Tomato Gravy to serve on top for another layer of flavor.  I served this with a simple Dill Yogurt Sauce and Naan (Pita bread works just as well).

I generally prefer to use a yellow, red or orange bell peppers for this dish because the green can be a little bitter.  The reason I add a little sugar to the Gravy is to stabilize the acidity of the tomatoes, a little bit goes a long way.

I really like to explore spices and foods from other cultures.  Its like a culinary mini vacation for the taste buds!  My three teenage girls and hubby loved it!

We sipped a lovely Champagne with this meal.  What a fabulous combination!

Wine & Spice Make Everything Nice

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