This Greek Orzo Salad Recipe bursts with flavor thanks to feta cheese, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, and kalamata olives. We use chickpeas for our protein, feel free to use grilled chicken or shrimp instead! Topped with a zesty Greek salad dressing, this is the perfect summer pasta salad recipe. Just combine the ingredients in a large…
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Chicken Marsala with Buttered Noodles
My famous chicken marsala recipe features pan-fried chicken smothered in mushrooms, shallots, and marsala wine sauce! This classic Italian-American dish is a popular restaurant entree… but you can make it even better at home. I like to serve it with buttered noodles, but regular pasta or mashed potatoes are equally delicious. Growing up in an…
Continue ReadingSpaghetti with Fra Diavolo Sauce
A classic Italian pasta, this spaghetti fra diavolo is quick, easy, and delivers tons of flavor. The homemade spaghetti sauce comes together fast, making it a great weeknight recipe. Served with garlic bread, a simple salad, and red wine, this spaghetti recipe is sure to earn a place in your dinner routine. Spaghetti Fra Diavolo…
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Winner winner, chicken (and pasta) dinner: this sun-dried tomato pasta is sure to elevate your next pasta night… and earn you a standing ovation! Featuring a creamy sauce packed with flavor thanks to minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Chicken breast and spinach round out the sauce and make it a hearty…
Continue ReadingBest Darn Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Yes, this really is the best darn pumpkin mac and cheese recipe! It’s loaded with shredded cheese (extra sharp cheddar, parmesan, and Gruyere!) and pumpkin puree, plus plenty of spices and bacon. My family loves this absolutely delicious soul warming pasta dish! Homemade Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese Fall is in the air! And that means…
Continue ReadingFresh Tomato Pasta Puttanesca
If you’re looking for some dinner inspiration, allow me to tempt you with this fresh tomato pasta puttanesca. The tomato based puttanesca sauce is made from pantry staples like anchovy fillets, capers, and black olives. And it gets tossed with al dente pasta (any variety will work) for a classic Italian pasta dish the whole…
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