Rotini with Pesto, Tomatoes and Spinach by Salad Foodie

My friend's daughter tasted this last year on a vacation and dubbed it the "Best Pasta Ever." I'll go along with her on that! It's a healthy and colorful vegetarian pasta dish that will serve 6 generously, or make heaped platefuls for 4 ravenous diners! I started with the recipe the chef gave her, but it was just a list of…

Cauliflower and Pasta by B Innes

A tasty, filling easy to prepare dinner.

Rotini with Swiss Chard by Salad Foodie

Healthy and delicious, this recipe is a stand-out as a vegetarian main dish or side dish. Simple preparation and quick cooking bring this pasta charmer to your table. Bump up nutrition by using whole wheat pasta. Fresh spinach can be subbed for chard.

Baked Ziti by B Innes

In it’s simplest form baked ziti is a great dish. It can be expanded to include all sorts of meats and cheeses making this, the dish you can customize on your own and make a family tradition.

Make-over Spaghetti & Shrimp Salad by Salad Foodie

Originally mayo was the dressing for this salad recipe from a friend long ago, but I decided to give it a make-over. Adding a few new veggies and seasonings, and subbing an oil-based dressing, made it lighter and brighter. The recipe makes enough for a crowd or potluck, so cut down by one third or two thirds if needed.

Gnocchi by J. Gino Genovesi

If you have never had gnocchi, you are in for a great dish. I refer to my dish as Gnocchi even though the dough contains no potatoes.. Many areas refer to this dish as Cavetelli. What ever they are called, they are a superior meal. When ever my children come home or during Easter and Christmas, this is what they ask for.…

CHICKEN AND PESTO PASTA by Nazzareno Casha

Pasta with Beans and Mussels by Nazzareno Casha

Tradition Maltese pasta dish TIMPANA by Nazzareno Casha

500g puff pastry (frozen sheets) 500g dried macaroni or penne 300g beef mince 300g pork mince 300g chicken livers, diced (optional) 300g bacon, finely diced 500g onions, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, crushed 150g parmesan cheese, grated 150g tasty cheese, grated…

Easy Pasta Casserole by Nazzareno Casha

Broccoli and Penne Rigati by B Innes

A simple yet very elegant and delicious meal

Pasta Shells Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese by Nazzareno Casha

Tortellini Casserole by Nazzareno Casha

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Gino's Noodle Dough by J. Gino Genovesi

Noodles, in many forms, have been a staple food in many parts of the world for centuries. China, Japan, Italy all take credit for creating the noodles. However, the earliest records appear in a book written between AD25 to 220 in China. No matter the origin, noodles have been a staple food, relatively cheap, quick to prepare and…

Bucatini all'Amatriciana by Nazzareno Casha

Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté until golden about 1 minute longer. Crush tomatoes and add with juices to pan. Add salt and pepper…