HOMEMADE PASTA DOUGH
HOMEMADE PASTA DOUGH
Calories: 270kcal
Fat: 6.7g (1g S.Fat)
Carbs: 43.8g
Protein: 8g
Sugar: 0.3g
Sodium: 381mg
Divide the dough into four equal parts and work with one at a time. Roll out the pasta dough with a pasta machine, dusting it with flour frequently to keep it from sticking. Continue rolling it until it is very thin, or until it reaches the number 5 pasta setting.
Using a sharp knife, pizza cutter, or pasta machine cutter, cut the dough into the desired shape. Cut the pasta dough into 3/4-inch wide strips for pappardelle.
WHITE LASAGNA WITH ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH & SPINACH
WHITE LASAGNA WITH ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH & SPINACH
Calories: 561kcal
Fat: 36.2g (7.2g S.Fat)
Carbs: 49.6g
Protein: 15.7g
Sugar: 5.1g
Sodium: 1198mg
Cover the bottom of the prepared pan with a thin layer of sauce. Arrange 4 lasagna noodles across the pan, overlapping slightly. Layer half of the ricotta, 4 noodles, sauce, butternut squash, spinach, sauce, 4 noodles, sauce, remaining half of the ricotta, and 4 noodles. Top the lasagna with the remaining sauce, reserving approximately 1 cup for serving. Noodles should be coated evenly.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 50 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. Remove from the oven and set aside for 5 minutes before serving. Add a generous spoonful of heated sauce to each serving.
BUTTERNUT RAVIOLI WITH BROWN SUGAR & CRISPY SAGE
BUTTERNUT RAVIOLI WITH BROWN SUGAR & CRISPY SAGE
Calories: 500kcal
Fat: 45.3g (7g S.Fat)
Carbs: 25.9g
Protein: 3.7g
Sugar: 5.6g
Sodium: 377mg
Bring 2 inches of water in a large pot to a gentle boil.
Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the ravioli looks cooked. Meanwhile, heat the margarine and oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until the margarine begins to bubble. Brown sugar should be added at this point. Using a slotted spoon, remove the ravioli from the water and place them in the skillet with the margarine. Add the sage and cook the ravioli for a few minutes, turning frequently, until lightly browned. If necessary, add more brown sugar. Season with nutmeg and serve right away.
PASTA IN PINK SAUCE
PASTA IN PINK SAUCE
Calories: 643kcal
Fat: 15.2g (2.3g S.Fat)
Carbs: 116.5g
Protein: 23g
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 1491mg
In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil. Cook for 1 minute after adding the garlic. Combine the tomatoes, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, over medium-low heat.
Meanwhile, in a blender, combine cashews and water. Process on high for 2 minutes, or until very smooth. Turn off the heat and stir in the cashew cream. Toss the hot pasta with the basil mixture. Serve immediately garnished with basil chiffonade.
PASTA CARBONARA WITH SHIITAKE BACON
PASTA CARBONARA WITH SHIITAKE BACON
Calories: 386kcal
Fat: 27.1g (4.9g S.Fat)
Carbs: 30.6g
Protein: 10.8g
Sugar: 13.3g
Sodium: 1007mg
Toss mushrooms with oil, salt, and pepper on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp, turning frequently with a spatula.
In the meantime, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion until it is soft. Cook for a few minutes more after adding the garlic. Take the pan off the heat.
Combine the onion, garlic, tofu, water, lemon juice, and salt in a blender. Process on high for 2 minutes, or until very smooth.
Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the pasta to sit for 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Serve with shiitake bacon, parsley, and Parmesan topping, if using.
TEQUILA TEMPEH FETTUCCINE
TEQUILA TEMPEH FETTUCCINE
Calories: 538kcal
Fat: 22.1g (3.8g S.Fat)
Carbs: 66.5g
Protein: 22.9g
Sugar: 4.2g
Sodium: 1393mg
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil and cook the tempeh until lightly browned on both sides. If necessary, add more oil. Allow the water and soy sauce to bubble until a very thick glaze forms.
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a separate large skillet over medium heat and sauté the peppers and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft. Combine the garlic, jalapeno, broth, tequila, lime juice, agave, salt, tempeh mixture, and cashew cream in a mixing bowl. Bring to a gentle boil and allow to reduce for 5 minutes. Season to taste, and if the tequila flavour is too strong, allow to simmer for a little longer.
In the meantime, heat a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to the package directions. Return to the pot after draining.
Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat. Season to taste and set aside for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken. If the sauce thickens excessively as it sits, add more broth as needed. Serve immediately after stirring in the cilantro.
PASTA ALLA NORMA WITH RICOTTA
PASTA ALLA NORMA WITH RICOTTA
Calories: 674kcal
Fat: 13.9g (3g S.Fat)
Carbs: 123g
Protein: 25.8g
Sugar: 10.9g
Sodium: 873mg
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Cook until the eggplant is lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are very soft and tender. Cook for 1 minute more after adding the garlic and red pepper. Mix in the crushed tomatoes and brown sugar. Cook and stir for a few minutes more. Season with black pepper to taste.
In the meantime, heat a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Return to the pot after draining.
Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat. Divide the mixture among the bowls and drizzle each with vinegar. Garnish with basil and a few tablespoons ricotta. Serve right away.
PENNE WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO CREAM SAUCE
PENNE WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO CREAM SAUCE
Calories: 800kcal
Fat: 51.2g (37.1g S.Fat)
Carbs: 73.8g
Protein: 19.6g
Sugar: 8.7g
Sodium: 811mg
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, whisk the oil and flour for 3 to 5 minutes over medium heat to make a roux (or paste). Then, in a saucepan, combine the almond milk, nutritional yeast, tomato paste, salt, garlic powder, basil, and red pepper and bring to a boil, whisking frequently.
Reduce the heat to low, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, and continue to cook until the sauce thickens. Place in a blender and puree until smooth. Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
WILD MUSHROOM RIGATONI
WILD MUSHROOM RIGATONI
Calories: 690kcal
Fat: 29.3g (3g S.Fat)
Carbs: 85.8g
Protein: 22.5g
Sugar: 7.3g
Sodium: 387mg
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Return to the pot after draining.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until the onion, fresh mushrooms, and reconstituted dried mushrooms are soft. Cook for 1 minute more, or until the garlic and salt are fragrant. Pour in the wine and reduce it by half for a few minutes. Set aside the mushroom mixture in a bowl, reserving the skillet. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the reserved skillet over medium heat. Whisk in the flour with a spatula for a few minutes to form a roux (or paste). Continue to whisk until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
Return the reserved mushroom mixture to the skillet and cook for another minute. If using, add the sun-dried tomatoes.
Toss the pasta in the sauce to coat. Season with pepper to taste. Serve garnished with parsley.
PASTA ALFREDO
PASTA ALFREDO
Calories: 678kcal
Fat: 35.4g (22.8g S.Fat)
Carbs: 79.7g
Protein: 17.6g
Sugar: 8.1g
Sodium: 652mg
Drizzle oil over the cauliflower, garlic, and onion on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Roast for about 30 minutes, or until cauliflower is fork-tender, turning frequently with a spatula, after seasoning with 1 teaspoon salt. As needed, add more oil.
In the meantime, heat a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Return to the pot after draining.
Blend the roasted vegetables with the almond milk, lemon juice, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Season to taste, then remove from blender and toss with hot pasta. Season with pepper and sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve right away.
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