Toasting the orzo before adding the broth adds another layer of flavor.
Creamy Shrimp & Mushroom Pasta
Cashews are the base of this delicious shrimp pasta dish.
Blending the nuts helps thicken the sauce and provides creaminessno actual cream required!
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Straining the cashew mixture removes any unwanted large pieces.
Chopped rosemary adds freshness to break through the creaminess of the dish.
The addition of fresh asparagus brightens up the look and flavors of this easy one-pot dinner.
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Fresh basil, if you have it on hand, is a nice finishing touch.
Be sure to save some of the pasta-cooking water as it helps the sauce emulsify.
Creamy Green Pea Pesto Pasta
Mint and peas are a natural pairing in this creamy pasta dish.
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It works well as a vegetarian main dish or can be divided into smaller portions as a side dish.
If you have pine nuts on hand, sprinkle them over the top for a little crunch.
Parmesan cheese grated fresh with a microplane grater will give you the best results.
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The flavorful oil is used to saute shallots, while the tomatoes get added to the cream sauce.
you’re able to substitute chopped fresh summer-ripe tomatoes for the cherry tomatoes.
Serve with crusty garlic bread and a green salad on the side.
you could use frozen or canned artichoke hearts in this healthy pasta recipe.
Skillet Broccoli-Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Broccolijust like pastamakes a tasty pairing with sharp Cheddar.
Here, we’ve combined all three ingredients in a homey casserole that’s baked in a cast-iron skillet.
Jennifer Causey
A light, creamy sauce coats both the cabbage and the pasta.
Buffalo sauce adds spicy tanglook for one without added sugar, like Frank’s RedHot.
The cream cheese adds a silky texture to the sauce, while fresh asparagus and lemon brighten the dish.
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This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach.
Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand.
Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking.
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To amp up the veggies even more, try adding asparagus or peas to the dish.
Cashew, Chickpea & Pasta Salad with Cilantro-Mint-Shallot Vinaigrette
In our humble opinion, the dressingmakesthis salad.
It melts down along with Parmesan into a luscious cheesy sauce, thanks to a little pasta-cooking water.
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For the smoothest results, use freshly grated Parmesanpre-grated cheese often contains cellulose that can prevent melting.
Artichoke hearts and pepperoncini add briny flavor, while fresh mozzarella lends a creamy note.
Serve this pasta salad at your next dinner party or backyard get-together.
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