Shrimp Pasta with Sun dried tomatoes by Tom Shoppel

Great winter-time shrimp pasta dish with sun dried tomato and cream sauce (serves 4-6)

Potato Ricotta Gnocci by GourmetItalian.com

Parmesan-crusted Polenta with Sausage over mushroom Ragout by pescador

The broiled disks of polenta in this dish bring to mind an extra-delicious version of johnnycakes, topped with a hearty, savory ragout that's ready before you know it.