I had a craving for some not-so-spicy peanut butter noodles tonight. They turned out very good - which made my tummy happy. Be sure to use natural peanut butter and not the more common PB's that stay blended. The oil in the natural PB makes the sauce what it is. As always, I use lower… Continue reading Thai Inspired Peanut and Chicken Noodles
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Artichoke and Tuna Pasta
This came together very quickly for our dinner tonight - yet another of the "what can I use in the cupboard" dinners. Artichoke and Tuna Pasta Ingredients: 8-ounces small pasta shapes (I used mini bowties) 2 6-ounce cans albacore tuna, drained 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp diced dried garlic or 4 cloves… Continue reading Artichoke and Tuna Pasta
Tortelloni with Sausage and Onions
I hadn't a chance until tonight to try out Barilla's dried Tortelloni's. In the past they made a couple different versions and they are much improved now. Beyond the better taste, they cook up faster (in 11 minutes versus the old style that was about 20 minutes) and they look like fresh once cooked. You… Continue reading Tortelloni with Sausage and Onions
Homemade Marinara Sauce with Meatballs
I had a craving for spaghetti and meatballs yet I was feeling like not using a jar of commercial sauce. This sauce pulls together fast and has flavor that will have others think you simmered it all day, not in under an hour! Homemade Marinara Sauce with Meatballs Ingredients: 2 Tbsp virgin olive oil 1… Continue reading Homemade Marinara Sauce with Meatballs