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Quick Pasta Carbonara

Quick Pasta Carbonara

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By Prep Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound medium-size pasta
  • 4 slices bacon; chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese; cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1

Cook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon, reserving 2 Tbsp. drippings in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towels.

2

Add remaining ingredients to reserved drippings; cook on low heat until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended and heated through.

3

Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add cream cheese sauce and bacon; mix lightly.

Notes

Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/212501/quick-pasta-carbonara/

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Chana Masala

Chana Masala

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By Prep Time: 90 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • cooked rice or naan
  • 10 sprigs cilantro
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tsps paprika
  • 1 tsps cumin
  • 1/2 tsps turmeric
  • 1/2 tsps ginger
  • 1/2 tsps fennel seeds
  • 2 can (15 oz) chick peas
  • 1.5 tsps garam masala
  • 1/2 tsps Salt

Instructions

1

Separate cilantro leaves and stems. Use a chef's knife to chop the leaves; set aside. Cut stems into 1-inch pieces.

2

Add cilantro stems, onion, and garlic to food processor and process until finely chopped, about 10 seconds. Remove from food processor and scrape the mixture into a large saucepan.

3

Process tomatoes with their liquid in the food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds.

4

Add oil to the onion mixture in the saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, for 5-7 minutes, until the onions are softened and beginning to brown.

5

Add paprika, cumin, turmeric, ginger, and fennel seeds. Cook and stir for one minute.

6

Stir in chickpeas and their liquid along with the processed tomatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

7

Stir in garam masala and salt. Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, until sauce thickens.

8

Serve with rice or naan and sprinkle with cilantro leaves.

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Cheese Spaghetti

Cheese Spaghetti

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Prep Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb hamburger
  • 2 T onion
  • 1 can tomato soup
  • 1/2 lb velveeta
  • 1 T butter
  • 1 c fine egg noodles

Instructions

1

Brown onion and hamburger. Add soup and simmer for 30 minutes.

2

Add cheese (sliced or grated) and butter. Simmer 5 minutes longer.

3

Add cooked noodles just before serving.

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Phenomenal Chicken and Pasta in Creamy Pesto Sauce

Phenomenal Chicken and Pasta in Creamy Pesto Sauce

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Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • ----PESTO----
  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/3 cup parmesan; freshly grated
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1 medium tomato; chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • ----MARINADE----
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 2 tablespoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic; minced
  • 6 chicken breast halves; cut into strips
  • 16 oz penne pasta
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 large onion; diced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 jar (8 oz) sun-dried tomatoes in oil; drained and sliced
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • salt to taste

Instructions

1

Place basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, and tomato in a food processor. Gradually add olive oil, while pulsing, until mixture is smooth and creamy.

2

In a bowl, stir together chicken broth, 1 cup white wine, dried basil, oregano, and minced garlic. Stir in chicken pieces.

3

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until just al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Set aside.

4

Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and sprinkle with sugar. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts, and cook about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken and marinade. Stir in 1/2 cup white wine. Simmer chicken pieces, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.

5

Add pasta and pesto to the skillet. Stir in cream, and cook until the sauce is thickened. Adjust salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, and serve with freshly grated Parmesan.

Main Dish/ Pasta

Beef and Noodles

Beef and Noodles

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Prep Time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef round steak or chuck roast
  • 1/4 c flour
  • 1 T oil
  • 1/2 c onion; chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 c beef broth
  • 1 tsp marjoram or basil
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 8 oz noodles
  • 2 T fresh parsley

Instructions

1

Cut meat into 3/4 - inch cubes and coat with flour. Brown in oil with onion and garlic. Stir in broth and spices. Cover and simmer 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.

2

Stir in noodles and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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Mac and Cheese

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By Prep Time: 40 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 egg
  • 1 c milk
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 3/4 onion
  • 5 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 c)
  • 5 oz cream cheese
  • 3 oz shredded gruyere cheese (2/3 c)
  • 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 3 T butter
  • 12 saltines; crumbled

Instructions

1

Cook pasta. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a shallow 1.5 quart baking dish and add cooked macaroni.

2

In a blender or food processor, combine egg, milk, and garlic. Process for three seconds. Add onion, cheeses, peppers, salt, and paprika, and blend for 10 seconds.

3

Fold the cheese mixture into the macaroni.

4

Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours, or sprinkle with mixture of melted butter and crackers and bake right away. If refrigerating, bring to room temperature before baking.

5

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes at 350 degrees. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Source: https://www.splendidtable.org/story/2000/12/12/21st-century-mac-and-cheese

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Chicken Tetrazzini

Chicken Tetrazzini

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Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken
  • 1/2 lb spaghetti
  • 1/2 c green pepper
  • 1/2 c onion
  • 8 oz mushrooms
  • 3/4 c butter
  • 2/3 c flour
  • 4 c milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 8 oz velveeta
  • 1 c crackers

Instructions

1

Boil chicken.

2

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Cool broth and remove fat. Cook spaghetti in 1 qt of the broth.

3

Saute green pepper, onion, and mushrooms in butter. Blend in flour. Gradually add milk and salt and cook and stir until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted.

4

Combine chicken, spaghetti, and sauce in a casserole. Top with crackers.

5

Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

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Spaghetti with Meatballs

Spaghetti with Meatballs

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Prep Time: 1 hour Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 c onion; chopped
  • 1/2 c green pepper
  • 1/4 c celery
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 T oil
  • 4 c tomatoes or 2 14 1/2 oz cans
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • 2 T fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp marjoram
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 c soft bread crumbs
  • 1/4 c onion
  • 2 T green pepper
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 12 oz ground beef

Instructions

1

Cook onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic in oil.

2

Add tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, basil, oregano, marjoram, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, then uncover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.

3

Combine egg, bread crumbs, onion, green pepper, oregano, salt, and ground beef. Shape into meatballs. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes.

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Angel Hair Pasta with Chicken

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Prep Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 T olive oil divided
  • 2 chicken breast halves cubed
  • 1 carrot sliced
  • 10 oz frozen broccoli
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 6 oz angel hair pasta
  • 2/3 c chicken broth
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1/4 c parmesan cheese

Instructions

1

Cook chicken in 1T oil about 5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

2

Cook carrot 4 minutes in remaining 1 T oil.

3

Add broccoli and garlic; cook 2 minutes longer.

4

Cook pasta. Meanwhile, add broth, basil, and parmesan to the skillet. Return chicken to skillet and simmer for 4 minutes.

5

Drain pasta; top with chicken mixture.

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Lemon Fettuccine with Broccoli and Pancetta

Lemon Fettuccine with Broccoli and Pancetta

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Prep Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 oz pancetta or bacon
  • 5 1/2 c broccoli
  • 8 oz fettuccine
  • 1/4 c butter
  • 1/4 c olive oil
  • 2 tsps lemon juice
  • 2 tsps fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1/2 c parmesan cheese

Instructions

1

Cut pancetta or bacon into 1/3 inch cubes. Cook until almost crisp; transfer to paper towels to drain grease.

2

Cook broccoli about 3 minutes in boiling water. Transfer to a bowl with a slotted spoon, then cook the fettuccine in the same water.

3

Drain the pasta; return it to the pot, and add the butter, olive oil, lemon juice, and thyme. Add bacon, broccoli, and Parmesan cheese.

4

Toss to blend. Season with pepper.