Pasta & Grains

Penne Pasta with Mushrooms in a Creamy Herb Sauce

Don’t let the name of the recipe fool you. The sauce is creamy, but lower in calories and fat than a regular Alfredo sauce in… [more]

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Beef and Pork Bolognese

Bolognese sauces are generally a hearty type of sauce that is comfort food at its best. There are many variations on Bolognese using different meats,… [more]

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Orzo Pasta Salad with Shrimp and Mediterranean Style Ingredients

Orzo pasta has a wonderful creamy flavor that lends itself well to mixing in various ingredients and is versatile in that it can be served… [more]

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Gnocchi with Lobster in a Corn Puree

I have made many purees to add as sauces for pasta or to stir into risotto and here is another one using corn. This has a… [more]

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Shell Pasta Stuffed with Ricotta, Spinach and Mozzarella

This is a great weeknight meal that can be doubled and freeze the second pan for next week’s dinner. Italian sausage is being used, but… [more]

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Buitoni Brand Wild Mushroom Agnolotti with Wild Mushrooms and Truffle Oil

This is an easy and decadent dish that could be an appetizer or a meal. Buitoni brand Wild Mushroom Agnolotti Pasta with Wild Mushrooms is… [more]

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Ravioli with a Savory Butternut Squash Puree

Butternut squash is a tasty veggie that I love to puree and stir into risotto, pasta and whatever else I can imagine. This is a different take… [more]

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