Tag: Pasta

One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)
May 18, 2020

One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 6 cloves garlic, minced 14 oz. fresh tomatoes, diced 2 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon chopped Italian basil 8 oz. spaghetti 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon chopped Italian …

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Spicy Red Pasta with Lentils
May 14, 2020

Spicy Red Pasta with Lentils

Ingredients: LENTILS 1/2 cup dry red lentils (rinsed in cool water for 1 minute) 2 cups water 1 pinch sea salt PASTA SAUCE 1 Tbsp olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced (3 cloves yield ~1 1/2 Tbsp) 1/4 cup carrots (very finely diced) 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional) 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce* 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 pinch sea salt (plus more to taste) 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (divided) 1 Tbsp dried or …

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CREAMY GARLIC PENNE PASTA
May 13, 2020

CREAMY GARLIC PENNE PASTA

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta according to packaged directions.
  2. Melt butter in a medium sauce pan, add garlic.
  3. Cook for 1 minute over medium heat
  4. Add flour and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add milk and broth, stirring constantly. Cook until sauce boils and thickens.
  6. Add parsley and parmesan cheese. Add desired salt and pepper. Continue stirring until cheese has melted. Serve immediately.
  7. Pour sauce over pasta and serve.

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Caramelized Shallot Pasta
May 8, 2020

Caramelized Shallot Pasta

INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup olive oil 6 large shallots, very thinly sliced 5 garlic cloves, 4 thinly sliced, 1 finely chopped  Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more to taste 1 (2-ounce) can anchovy fillets (about 12), drained 1 (4.5-ounce) tube or (6-ounce) can of tomato …

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The Spiciest Mac and Cheese on the Planet
May 6, 2020

The Spiciest Mac and Cheese on the Planet

INGREDIENTS: Salt8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta, cooked1 pound bacon2 jalapeños, seeded and diced1/3 cup flour2 cups milk1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded1 teaspoon black pepper1/4 cup green onions, diced1 cup Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, crushed DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400ºF. Bring 3 …

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10-MINUTE CREAM CHEESE PASTA
April 30, 2020

10-MINUTE CREAM CHEESE PASTA

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 lb (225 grams) pasta (spaghetti, penne, fusilli…)
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) cream cheese*
  • 1/4 cup (30 grams) grated parmesan, plus more to serve
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil, plus more to serve
  • 1-2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) cooking water, plus more if needed
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp chili flakes, or according to taste (optional)

Instructions:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  • Right before draining, reserve a cup of starchy pasta water.
  • In meanwhile, in a large skillet warm 1 Tbsp of olive oil and gently fry the garlic (plus a good pinch of chili flakes if you like) for 2-3 minutes. Use a low flame, do not let the garlic burn.
  • Then stir the cream cheese and about 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water. Stir to combine oil, cream cheese, water and create a nice and creamy emulsion. Your pasta sauce is ready.
  • Drain and add your pasta to the skillet. Stir well to evenly coat the pasta in the sauce, add parmesan and more cooking water as needed for a smooth and creamy consistency.
  • Serve immediately with a drizzle of good olive oil or extra virgin olive oil, freshly grated parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper (if you don’t use chili flakes). Enjoy!

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Chorizo Penne Pasta in Tomato Sauce Recipe
April 28, 2020

Chorizo Penne Pasta in Tomato Sauce Recipe

Ingredients: 100 gm penne pasta 6 tomatoes or 1 cup tomato puree 1 tsp chopped garlic Salt and black pepper to taste 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup chorizo, chopped A few sprigs fresh basil Parmesan shavings How to Make Chorizo Penne Pasta in Tomato …

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A basic recipe for fresh egg pasta
April 24, 2020

A basic recipe for fresh egg pasta

Ingredients: 6 large free-range eggs 600 g Tipo ’00’ flour Method: Place the flour on a board or in a bowl. Make a well in the centre and crack the eggs into it. Beat the eggs with a fork until smooth. Using the tips of …

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Easy Pesto Pasta
April 15, 2020

Easy Pesto Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 6 ounces spaghetti, reserve 1/2 cup starchy pasta water
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup pesto
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • Fresh lemon juice, as desired
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • Pinches of red pepper flakes
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Freshly grated Parmesan or vegan Parmesan, recipe below, optional

Instructions:

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions or until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy cooking liquid before draining. Drain the pasta and toss with a tiny bit of olive oil.
  • In a large skillet over very low heat, add the pesto, 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water and stir to combine. Add the pasta and toss to coat, and more pasta water as needed to create a loose sauce. The amount of water needed will depend on thickness of your pesto.
  • Turn the heat off. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper, to taste. Then, add the arugula and toss to barely wilt. Garnish with the red pepper flakes and pine nuts and serve.

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Pasta With Red Pepper Alfredo
April 13, 2020

Pasta With Red Pepper Alfredo

Ingredients: 3 red peppers, cut into 1-inch chunks 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. linguine 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/3 c. heavy cream 1/4 c. finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 c. small basil leaves Kosher salt Pepper Directions: Heat …

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