Category Archives: Pasta

Guay-Dtieow Rad Nar Moo Mug – Thai Noodle Dish with Pork Gravy

Alright now it’s time for Lad Nar Moo Muk – Thai noodle dish with pork gravy. This recipe will be a little complicated because you have to prepare the noodles, vegetables and gravy separately. Also it will take time for … Continue reading

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Orzo Pilaf with Mushrooms, Leeks and Sun-dried Tomatoes

Use any type of mushrooms as a nice substitute for the portobellos in this recipe. 8 SERVINGS Nonstick vegetable oil spray 1½ cups canned low-salt chicken broth ⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 1 tablespoon olive oil … Continue reading

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Noodle Kugel

Very interesting combination of flavors that works surprisingly well. The cornflakes give a very nice crunchy crust and the apricots have just a hint of sweetness. Try it and be surprised. 10 TO 12 SERVINGS 1 pound extra-wide egg noodles … Continue reading

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Pasta with Shrimp, Tomatoes and Garlic

Classic combination of pasta with shrimp and garlic, given an extra kick with the addition of plum tomatoes. This is a quick and easy dish that still packs loads of flavor. 2 SERVINGS; CAN BE DOUBLED 1 tablespoon plus ½ … Continue reading

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Butternut Squash and Sage Orzo

Orzo looks like a grain of rice, but is actually a type of pasta that is popular in both Italian and Greek cooking. Because the orzo pasta is so small, it makes very dense dishes and this version with butternut … Continue reading

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Ziti with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut

This dish is totally confused ethnically…is it Italian? Polish? German? Honestly I could care less because it carries the most important qualification, it is delicious! Fusion cooking at its best. 6 SERVINGS 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, … Continue reading

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Linguine and Clams in Ginger-Soy Broth

Linguine brings up thoughts of great Italian food, but let’s not forget that it was the Chinese who invented the noodle. This dish pays homage to Asian cuisine by adding a combination of flavors to the traditional linguine and clams … Continue reading

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Penne with Asparagus and Gorgonzola Cream Sauce

If you are looking for something a bit different to add to your pasta then this gorgonzola cream sauce will fit the bill very nicely. Creamy and rich with a nice bite from the gorgonzola and a freshness from the … Continue reading

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