Pasta on the lighter side
One evening not long ago, I had about one hour to make dinner for the family—and eat—between getting home from one activity and going out to another. I improvised based on what was in the fridge rather than following a recipe. This was the result; everyone liked this simple dish so much that I was compelled to compose a recipe for it, and have followed it many times since.
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The traditional pasta with garlic and oil gets a fresh twist with sun-dried tomatoes, lots of parsley and a sprinkling of nuts. Read More→
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Gremolata is a mess of chopped herbs, lemon zest, olive oil, breadcrumbs or nuts, with a nubbly texture somewhere between a relish and sauce. Here it’s tossed with nutrient-rich kale, celery and whole wheat angel hair for a summer dish bright with flavor, color and crunch. Recipe and photo by Ellen Kanner. Read More→
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This dish is great for a family dinner but would also be a good addition to a pot luck or barbecue. For a colorful meal, serve with a Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Peppers, Tomatoes and Basil. Read More→
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This simple pasta dish, filled with flavorful asparagus and artichokes, is sure to please at the dinner table in late spring and early summer. Serve with a salad featuring chickpeas (I especially like this with Chickpea Salad with Roasted Peppers, Tomatoes, and Basil) and fresh corn on the cob. Read More→
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This delightful pasta dish, filled with roasted veggies, will pique your senses. Make it for a family dinner, buffet entrée, or potluck dish. It could even make a great barbecue side dish, if you cook the veggies on the grill instead of in the oven. Adapted from Pasta East to West by Nava Atlas.
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An appealing combination of black-eyes peas, corn, and pasta, this salad has a down-home flair. For a light meal, serve with fresh corn bread and a fruity dessert. Read More→
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A delightful pasta dish seasoned with sun dried tomatoes marinated in white wine and fresh basil. This dish is quick and easy if you marinate the tomatoes earlier in the day. Recipe from Taste Life! Organic Recipes (2002) by Leslie Cerier. Reprinted by permission of Square One Publishers.
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