Onion is many times used in risotto, but it’s not exactly its main ingredient. But with this recipe, things are about to change. But first you need to caramelize the onion, but don’t worry, because it’s a simple and fun process. It’s sweetness also works very well with the creamy texture of the risotto.
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Butternut squash is an incredibly versatile veggie. You can use it in all kinds of salads, pies, and here we’ve used it in a delicious pasta recipe. We’ve roasted it, and paired it with some arugula, goat cheese, and some crunchy pine nuts. For the pasta, you can use anything from penne, spaghetti to ravioli.
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Famous for its coastal towns and gorgeous beaches, the Italian region of Puglia also gives us some of the best pasta recipes. Orecchiette are traditional for this region. They are ear-shaped pasta, and they are usually served with veggies. We’ve made these with olives, tomato sauce, and arugula, and they’re flavored with rosemary and chili.
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A classic Sicilian recipe that just never gets old. Penne alla norma is a traditional vegetarian dish with its main ingredient being eggplant, tucked in a rich tomato sauce, flavored with onion and garlic. It’s a dish made of simple ingredients, that has a flavor you won’t forget that easily.
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca is a traditional recipe from the Italian region of Campania. The ingredients typically include anchovies, garlic, olive oil, and garlic. Like many southern Italy specialties, it’s made of simple ingredients, that combine together in high fashion.
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Pasta salads really are an option to consider, if you want to adopt a healthy lifestyle. You get all the nutrients from veggies and a large amount of energy from the pasta. Pasta salads can be ready in a jiffy, all you need to consider is a nice combo of flavors. For this recipe, we’ve used some cherry tomatoes, olives, arugula, all sprinkled with some salty goat cheese.
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What to cook next for your no meat Friday? Let us help you with that. We’ve made for a delicious dish, al forno pasta with eggplant. The eggplant is cooked on the stove with a touch of garlic and tomato sauce, and then into the oven, topped with lots of mozzarella. So, cheesy fans, this recipe is for you also!
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Got yourself some canned tuna in the fridge and don’t know how to use it? Let’s make a pasta salad. You can add some arugula in it, red onion, bell pepper, avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives. And, for the pasta, you can use penne or any other pasta that you prefer.
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This ultra-delicious, meaty twist on Ligurian Trofie with pesto will be a hit. Pair it with chicken breast and give it some slight crunchiness with julienned bell peppers. Make this pasta hot and spicy with chili flakes and oregano.
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We put this one out there for all our cheese-loving fans. We mixed Cheddar, mozzarella, and gruyere together and we served them with pasta, a touch of smoked ham to bring a smoky, meaty flavor, and some green peas to balance things up. It turned out quite delicious, we might say.
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Pork belly is a rich, delicious ingredient that we may not serve that often. It may be quite savory, but some people can be turned away because it is quite rich in fat. But, we think it’s okay to enjoy its flavor from time to time. Especially when marinated with lots of special ingredients, cooked on the stove until golden and crispy, and served with a delicious side of wild rice.
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A nice, Middle-Eastern take on a simple dish, this almond rice pilaf is just waiting to be tried out. The use of coriander and almonds give this dish a distinct flavor, that will work just great with grilled meats or steaks.
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