It's all in the pasta

Who says good things don't come easy ? Pasta is proof positive that a delicious dinner can be put on the table in mere minutes. And although you may be baffled by the variety available at your local supermarket, when yon know the basics a world of pasta possibilities will be at your fingertips.



Thursday, June 2, 2011

Fennel Avocado Salad Recipes

Fennel Avocado Salad


Ingredients of Fennel Avocado Salad

Original image of FBg47f12.gif Water 8 cups 2 L
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Medium bow pasta 2 cups 500 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Large ripe avocado, cut into 1/2 inch(12 mm) cubes 1 1
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Crumbled feta cheese 1/3 cup 75 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Chopped pitted black olives 1/4 cup 60 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Olive oil 3 tbsp. 50 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Red wine vinegar 2 tbsp. 30 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Lemon juice 1 tbsp. 15 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Dried oregano 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1/4 tsp. 1 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Pepper 1/4 tsp. 1 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Olive oil 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Chopped fennel bulb (white part only) 1 cup 250 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Garlic cloves,minced (or 1/2 tsp. , 2 mL , powder) 2 2

How to Fennel Avocado Salad

Bring water and salt to a boil in large saucepan. Add pasta. Boil, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but firm. Drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain. Transfer to large bowl.

Add next 3 ingredients. Toss.

Combine next 6 ingredients in small bowl. Add to pasta mixture. Toss.

Heat olive oil in small frying pan on medium. Add fennel and garlic. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fennel is softened. Transfer to plate. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add to pasta mixture. Toss. Makes about 4 cups (1 L)

Salami Olive Penne Salad Recipes

Salami Olive Penne Salad


Ingredients Salami Olive Penne Salad

Original image of FBg47f12.gif Water 8 cups 2 L
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Penne pasta 1 2/3 cups 400 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Can of sliced black olives, drained 4 1/2 oz. 125 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Thinly sliced red onion 1/3 cup 75 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Thinly sliced salami, cut into strips 2 oz. 57 g
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Finely shredded basil 2 tbsp. 30 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Lemon juice 2 tbsp. 30 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Olive oil 2 tbsp. 30 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Dried oregano 2 tsp. 30 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Dijon mustard 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Granulated sugar 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Lemon zest 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Garlic cloves, minced 1 1
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1/8 tsp. 0.5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Pepper 1/8 tsp. 0.5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp. 30 mL

How to Salami Olive Penne Salad

Combine water and salt in large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Boil, uncovered, for 14 to 16 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but firm. Drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain. Transfer to medium bowl.

Add next 4 ingredients. Toss.

Whisk next 9 ingredients in small bowl. Add to pasta mixture. Toss.

Sprinkle with cheese. Toss. Makes about 4 cups (1 L).

Tuna Casserole Salad Recipes

Tuna Casserole Salad


Ingredients of Tuna Casserole Salad

Original image of FBg47f12.gif Water 8 cups 2 L
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Small shell pasta 1 1/2 cups 375 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Frozen peas, thawed 1 cup 250 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Can of flaked white tuna, drained 6 oz. 170 g
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Thinly sliced celery 1/2 cup 125 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Diced red pepper 1/4 cup 60 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Mayonnaise 1/2 cup 125 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Tangy dill relish 3 tbsp. 50 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Dijon mustard 2 tsp. 10 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Lemon pepper 1/2 tsp. 2 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1/4 tsp. 1 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Paprika, Sprinkle

How to Tuna Casserole Salad

Combine water and salt in large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Boil uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but firm. Drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain well. Transfer to medium bowl.

Add next 4 ingredient. Toss.

Combine next 5 ingredients in small bowl. Add to pasta mixture. Stir to coat.

Sprinkle with paprika. Makes about 3 1/2 cups (875 mL)

SALMON CASSEROLE SALAD : Omit tuna. Add canned salmon, round bones and skin removed

Gazpacho Salad Recipes

Gazpacho Salad

Ingredients of Gazpacho Salad

Original image of FBg47f12.gif Water 8 cups 2 L
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1 tsp. 5 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Radiatore pasta 2 cups 500 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Can of diced tomatoes, drained 14 oz. 398 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Diced English cucumber (with peel) 1 cup 250 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Diced red pepper 1 cup 250 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Olive oil 3 tbsp. 50 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Red wine vineger 2 tbsp. 30 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Chopped fresh basil (or 1 tsp.,5 mL, dried) 4 tsp. 20 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Lemon juice 1 tbsp. 15 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Liquid honey 1 tbsp. 15 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Chopped fresh cilantro 2 tsp. 10 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Ground cumin 1/2 tsp. 2 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Salt 1/2 tsp. 2 mL
Original image of FBg47f12.gif Pepper 1/4 tsp. 1 mL

How to Gazpacho Salad

Combine water and salt in large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Boil, uncovered, for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but firm. Drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain well. Transfer to medium bowl.

Add next 3 ingredients. Toss

Whisk remaining 9 ingredients in small bowl. Add to pasta mixture. Toss. Makes about 6 cups (1.5 L)

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