Category: Pasta
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CALIFORNIA SPAGHETTI SALAD
INGREDIENTS1 lb spaghetti, cooked and drained1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1 cucumber, diced2 zucchini, diced1 green bell pepper, diced1 red bell pepper, diced1 red onion, diced1 can sliced black olives, drainedFor the dressing:1 bottle Italian dressing1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.PREPARATIONCook spaghetti according to directions…
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Baked Cannelloni
Ingredients:1 pound Italian Sausage – if links, removed from casing2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, finely chopped…4 ounces mushrooms, finely chopped12 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed or shredded2 egg yolks6 tablespoons butter6 tablespoons flour3 cups whole milk (not skim)12 Cannelloni pasta shells1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded1 teaspoon dried oreganoDirections:Make the filling: In…
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Mexican Inspired Lasagna
12 ounces cooked chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes ( about 3 cups)1 cup fat free sour cream1 cup shredded low fat monterey jack cheese1 cup shredded low fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup salsa ( mild, medium or hot)1 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies1 teaspoon ground chili powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper8 flour tortillas, cut in half…
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BLT Macaroni Salad
1/2 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons chili sauce2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar3 cups elbow macaroni, cooked1/2 cup tomato, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons green onions, chopped3 cups lettuce, shredded4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled Directions:1. In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients; mix well.2. Add the macaroni, tomato and onions; toss to coat.3. Cover and refrigerate.4.…
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Summer Pasta
Ingredients:8 oz spaghetti1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup cucumber, chopped1/4 cup red onion, diced1/4 cup black olives, sliced1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon dried oreganoSalt and pepper, to taste Directions:Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, cherry…
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Cajun Shrimp Scampi
Ingredients :12 raw shrimps (as many as you’d like, I like having a lot in my pasta)1 serving of pasta (preferably a linguine)2 cloves garlic, minced2 tbs. butter1/2 c. heavy creamshredded parmesan cheese1/8 tsp. basilsalt and pepper to tasteflour (to thicken)cajun seasoning1/4 c. parsleyWhite wine olive oil Directions :Heat a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add…
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Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta With Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Ingredients:3/4 lb Fettuccine pasta1lb shrimp1tbsp oil1small onion2 tbsp butter1 garlic clove1/3 cup white wine2 cups heavy whipping cream1/3 cup parmesan cheeseSalt and pepper to taste Directions:Cook pasta as directed on the box drain buy do not rinse. Set aside.In a small bowl add shrimp season with 1/4 tsp paprika, black pepper and salt.In a large…
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Italian-Style Turkey & Penne Skillet
Ingredients:1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed¼ teaspoon smoked paprika¼ teaspoon black pepper⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper8 ounces uncooked lean ground turkey breast2 cloves garlic, mincedNonstick cooking spray½ cup chopped onion (1 medium)2 cups water2 ounces multi-grain penne pasta (about 2/3 cup)1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce¼ teaspoon salt4 cups fresh baby spinach (5 ounces)3…
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Garlic Mozzarella Margherita Pasta
Ingredients:1 lb. spaghetti or pasta of choice2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter1/4 onion, chopped6 Roma tomatoes, chopped divided4-6 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth1 1/2 cups milk2 teaspoons chicken bouillon1 teaspoon dried parsley1/2 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried basil, salt1/4 tsp EACH pepper, red pepper flakes1/2 cup freshly grated…
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Creamy One-Pan Chicken Asparagus Pasta
Ingredients:1 1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks2 Tbsp. olive oil1 onion minced4 garlic cloves minced1/2 tsp. oregano1 box 13.25-oz penne pasta3 cups water3 1/2 cups chicken broth1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut into 1 inch chunks3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk1/2 cup grated parmesan cheesesalt and pepper to tasteInstructions:Season the chicken with salt…
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