Arugula Pesto Pasta with Garlicky Breadcrumbs
An easy twist on basil pesto made with baby arugula! Bright, peppery in flavor, and affordable to make, this arugula pesto pasta is a great weeknight dinner for every season. Topped with garlicky breadcrumbs, this elegant pasta will quickly become a favorite! This recipe yields one cup of homemade pesto, which will generously coat at least 1 lb of cooked dried pasta.
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Pistachio Pesto Pasta with Grilled Corn and Zucchini
Fusilli pasta tossed with pistachio pesto, grilled zucchini and corn, salty pecorino cheese shavings, torn basil leaves, and a touch of fresh lemon zest and juice. This vibrant vegetable-filled summer pasta recipe can be served warm, cold, or at room temperature, and is bound to become a new family favorite.
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Fall Farro Salad
Hearty and chewy farro grains are combined with roasted Brussels sprouts, tri-color carrots, and a creamy maple tahini dressing. Finished with fresh parsley, toasted chopped hazelnuts, dried cranberries, and briny feta cheese, this elegant and festive fall farro salad is an ideal addition to any holiday spread, but can be enjoyed all year long. It also pairs beautifully with roasted chicken [https://www.abeautifulplate.com/spatchcock-chicken-recipe/] or salmon, but is equally delicious served and enjoyed on its own. See our make-ahead tips and ingredient substitution ideas in the note section for more ideas.
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Porcini Mushroom Risotto
This mushroom risotto is scaled down for two and gets its punch from dried porcini mushrooms, which lend this variation so much flavor.Â
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Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Sautéed shallot, garlic, and oyster mushrooms are combined with mascarpone cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to create a flavorful and creamy mushroom pasta! A touch of lemon zest and chives add brightness and a pop of color. If you're looking for an elegant, yet hearty pasta recipe that can be whipped up on a busy weeknight or special occasion, this dish is for you. For mushroom and other ingredient substitution ideas, see the recipe notes below.
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Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Sautéed shallot, garlic, and oyster mushrooms are combined with mascarpone cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to create a flavorful and creamy mushroom pasta! A touch of lemon zest and chives add brightness and a pop of color. If you're looking for an elegant, yet hearty pasta recipe that can be whipped up on a busy weeknight or special occasion, this dish is for you. For mushroom and other ingredient substitution ideas, see the recipe notes below.
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Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Pasta
This simple broccoli rabe and sausage pasta is bursting with flavor, and comes together so quickly. The slightly bitter broccoli rabe and spicy Hot Italian pork sausage are balanced with umami rich sun-dried tomatoes and briny kalamata olives. This pasta is a crowd-pleaser and one of our favorite weekday dinner recipes! If you do not eat pork, feel free to substitute it with spicy chicken sausage or leave it out altogether.
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Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Pasta
This simple broccoli rabe and sausage pasta is bursting with flavor, and comes together so quickly. The slightly bitter broccoli rabe and spicy Hot Italian pork sausage are balanced with umami rich sun-dried tomatoes and briny kalamata olives. This pasta is a crowd-pleaser and one of our favorite weekday dinner recipes! If you do not eat pork, feel free to substitute it with spicy chicken sausage or leave it out altogether.
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Spicy Peanut Noodles with Cucumber
Ramen noodles are cooked and tossed with a spicy peanut sauce, sliced cucumber, scallions, cilantro, lime wedges, and topped with crushed peanuts. This simple Asian noodle recipe is best served at room temperature or cold from the fridge. Serve on its own or with bulk it up with a side of sauteed tofu, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
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My Family's Homemade Tomato Sauce
Simple and flavorful everyday homemade tomato sauce. Perfect for pasta or a variety of dishes!
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