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August 2, 2009 | 1 Comment »
My husband and I have fond memories of this macaroni salad because it comes straight from his “Grandpa Tom”. Grandpa Tom made the salad until he was 84 and although, occasionally you would find an egg shell, we still considered it the best macaroni salad ever! Now after researching the type of pasta that grandpa Tom actullly used, which was a very small short tube, (not the elbow that were so used to), Read the rest of this entry »
LooLoo’s Pasta Salad
July 19, 2009 | No Comments »
There’s nothing better during the summer time, than a big bowl of pasta salad loaded with lot’s of fresh and healthy ingredients. We like to eat it with grilled meat; chicken breast, hanger steak, flank steak, etc., that we chop up and put right into our pasta salad. I purposely make a large batch so we can have left overs during the week. As far as the Read the rest of this entry »
Orecchiette with Sauteed Chicken Breasts and Salsa di Parmigiano
June 17, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Recently I hosted a baby shower in my home for my friend Marnye, and made a large batch of “Salsa di Parmigiano”, a melt in your mouth italian salsa that is very addicting! Surprised that I even had any left, (but really glad), I decided a pasta with sauteed chicken breasts, then smothered with the italian salsa would be satisfying, and that it was! Read the rest of this entry »
Joy’s Eggplant with Pasta and Marinara Sauce
May 27, 2009 | No Comments »
This recipe is compliments of my friend Joy. She and I enjoy sharing our cooking efforts and finds. I made it the night before so the flavors could bond, (casserole recipes always seem to be better the next day), and I have to say Joy’s eggplant with pasta and marinara sauce was really good! Eggplant’s are not only very tasty, they also Read the rest of this entry »
Sausage and Peppers with a Tomato Cream Sauce over Pappardelle
May 7, 2009 | 1 Comment »
I have been craving and wanting to prepare a pasta dish that has sausage, vibrant red and yellow bell peppers, with a light cream sauce. It just sounded so tasty!! Not quite sure about my sauce, I conferred with my friend Joy (from my Yoga class). Read the rest of this entry »
Garlic and Lemon Marinated Chicken Breasts With Gnocchi and Sage Butter Sauce
April 30, 2009 | No Comments »
I am always looking for different ways to prepare chicken breasts. This is my own version using ingredients that are fresh, quick, and super satisfying! The chicken is pounded lightly to Read the rest of this entry »
Pasta in Garlic-Almond Sauce
April 19, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Spring has sprung and this Pasta in Garlic Almond sauce fits right into the category of Spring recipes! Needless to say this one of the best pasta dish’s I have ever made! Read the rest of this entry »
Linguine with Rustic Meatballs
March 26, 2009 | No Comments »
Looking for a different spin on spaghettii and meatballs, try these terrifically satisfying Linguine with Rustic Meatballs. Rustic meaning that the meatballs are not rolled meatballs, but 1-1/2 inch free-form clumps. Read the rest of this entry »
Baked Penne with Meat and Mushroom Sauce
February 11, 2009 | No Comments »
I made this last night, it was delicious!! Baked penne with meat and mushroom sauce provides a cozy meal on a winter night, that is very easy to prepare. Cremini mushrooms, Amontillado sherry, Read the rest of this entry »
Spaghetti and Meatballs
January 25, 2009 | No Comments »
Spaghetti and meatballs, an italian classic that is perfect for a sunday night meal during the cold winter season! The meatballs are the superstars in this recipe, combining pork, Read the rest of this entry »