Welcome to Know the Chef, the food blog dedicated to homemade Italian and French recipes, as well as some of our favorite sweet treats. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the flavors of Europe and beyond.

Baked Rotini

Marinara sauce Ingredients: 2 28 ozs can of crushed tomatoes 2 whole carrots 3/4 tsp of each: parsley, basil, salt, pepper 1 tbsp olive oil A pinch of crushed chili pepper Remaining Ingredients: 16 ounces of rotini pasta 1 pound ground beef 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided) Directions: Add all the sauce ingredients to a small saucepan. B

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Baked Rotini

Marinara sauce Ingredients: 2 28 ozs can of crushed tomatoes 2 whole carrots 3/4 tsp of each: parsley, basil, salt, pepper 1 tbsp olive oil A pinch of crushed chili pepper Remaining Ingredients: 16 ounces of rotini pasta 1 pound ground beef 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided) Directions: Add all the sauce ingredients to a small saucepan. B

Chicken Parmesan

Marinara sauce Ingredients: 1 15 ozs can of tomato puree 1 whole carrot 1/8 tsp of each: parsley, basil, salt, pepper 1 tsp olive oil A pinch of crushed chili pepper Breaded Chicken Ingredients: 1 lb. of skinless, boneless chicken breasts butterflied 3 large eggs beaten 1 1/2 cups of seasoned breadcrumbs 1 cup of flour 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 4 ounces of mozzarella (about 2 cups) 1 cups of freshly grated parmesan Directions: Add all the sauce ingredients

Italian Beef Pot Roast Submarines

Ingredients: 3 lb. chuck roast Salt & pepper to taste 2 tbsp of butter 1 large sprig of rosemary 1 large sprig of thyme 1 cup of dry red cooking wine 1 12 oz jar of roasted red peppers 1 12 oz jar of Giardiniera in Oil (1/4 cup per sub) 12 slices of provolone cheese (1/4 cup per sub) Oregano for taste Directions: Remove roast from the fridge 1 hour prior to cooking. Salt & pepper roast to taste. Pre-heat a slow cooker on high. Place the roast topped with butter in the slow

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At Know the Chef, we are passionate about cooking and sharing our love of food with friends, and family. We believe that food should be both delicious and beautiful, and strive to create recipes that are both. Join us on our journey to discover new flavors, techniques, and inspiration.

Welcome to Know the Chef, the food blog dedicated to homemade Italian and French recipes, as well as some of our favorite sweet treats. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the flavors of Europe and beyond.

Baked Rotini

Latest Recipes

Baked Rotini

Chicken Parmesan

Italian Beef Pot Roast Submarines

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