I am currently obsessing over dill. I simply can't get enough. So when I came across this recipe in my Barefoot Contessa book How Easy is That?, I knew I had to try it. Lobster and Shells Kosher salt Good olive oil 1/2 pound small pasta shells Kernels from 4 ears of corn 6 scallions, white and green parts, thinly sliced 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, seeded and small-diced 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 1 pound cooked lobster meat, medium diced 3/4 cup good mayonnaise 1/2 …
Pasta with Asparagus & Caramelized Onions
First off, I'd like to start a petition please to classify pancetta as a food group. Line forms behind me. Ok, now that we've got that out of the way, you won't be surprised to hear that there is pancetta in this recipe, along with caramelized onions and asparagus. Cue the singing angels because it's yummy. This has been a springtime staple now for 7 years in this house! Another delicious recipe from the bible, Fine Cooking. Pasta with Asparagus & Caramelized Onions 3 Tbs. …
Spaghetti with Clam Sauce
February is all about being heart smart, so I've decided to kick that month of right with a recipe that is healthy AND delicious! This recipe is from my mother and she found it in a Heart Smart book years ago. It's become a staple at her house and mine. Linguine with Clam Sauce 1 tsp each butter and olive oil 1 onion (chopped) 1 clove garlic (minced) 1 can baby clams 1/2 cup white wine 1 28 oz can of diced tomatoes 2 tsp each dried oregano and basil 1/2 tsp salt Fresh ground …
Super Skillet Pasta
This used to be my mother's go-to recipe when she was in a rush and there really wasn't much in house. She always kept the ingredients for this on hand and now I do too. So, what's for dinner tonight? Super Skillet Pasta 1 pouch Lipton Onion Soup Mix 1 pound ground beef 1 tsp. oregano 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes 2 cups water 2 cups medium shell pasta 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded Mozzarella …
Fettuccine with Creamy Tomato and Sausage Sauce
Ahhh, comfort food, so nice to have you back in my life. This is one of my all time favorites for when the weather gets cooler. Torn from the back of Bon Appetit in 2000, it's a well loved recipe, easy to make and delicious. Plus, as an added bonus, leftovers make a terrific lunch in a thermos the next day. Fettuccine with Creamy Tomato and Sausage Sauce 2 tbsps olive oil 3 shallots, chopped 2 large garlic cloves, chopped 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, …
