Pasta & Grains

Artichoke Scampi Pasta (Gluten Free)

Artichoke Scampi Pasta (Gluten Free)

This Artichoke Scampi Pasta a light and refreshing meal, perfect for those warm summer evenings or whenever you crave something quick and delicious. The best part? It comes together in just 20 minutes. 

The Creamiest Roasted Red Pepper Pasta (Vegan)

The Creamiest Roasted Red Pepper Pasta (Vegan)

I’m not lying when I say that this is the creamiest roasted red pepper pasta, dare I say, ever. It’s a beautiful, glossy, fire engine red and is downright simple to make – perfect for a Valentine’s dinner, or really any dinner for that matter. I’d…

Winter Vegetable Minestrone (Gluten-Free, Vegetarian Friendly)

Winter Vegetable Minestrone (Gluten-Free, Vegetarian Friendly)

This is my favorite kind of soup, the hearty, meal-in-a-bowl kind (you’re probably seeing a pattern in my cooking here, no?).This vegetable minestrone is so comforting and really delicious. It warms you up and is perfect for meal prep for the rest of the week.…

Soba Noodle Salad with Spicy Almond Dressing (Vegetarian)

Soba Noodle Salad with Spicy Almond Dressing (Vegetarian)

Here we are with a Hungry Lady Salad for those days when you feel like you should eat a salad but really want a big plate of pasta.   Have both! This dish is so easy to throw together, and takes 15 minutes from start to…

Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini + Basil (Gluten Free, Vegetarian)

Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini + Basil (Gluten Free, Vegetarian)

Oh, this pasta. This.  Pasta. This is exactly the pasta I want to eat in the summer when produce is at its peak and the days are long and hot.   This Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini is loaded with vegetables and has a delicious sauce…

Baked Goat Cheese Pasta with Lemon + Crispy Prosciutto (Gluten Free Friendly)

Baked Goat Cheese Pasta with Lemon + Crispy Prosciutto (Gluten Free Friendly)

This Baked Goat Cheese Pasta with Lemon + Crispy Proscuitto is really something.  It is absolutely delicious, with a sauce made from goat cheese garlic, pasta water, and lemon that clings to every ridge of the pasta. Oh, and those crispy prosciutto bits?  They take it over the top.

One-Pan Skillet Spaghetti (Vegetarian, Gluten Free)

One-Pan Skillet Spaghetti (Vegetarian, Gluten Free)

I first learned about one-pan pasta when I worked for Martha Stewart.  To me, it originated with her.  This pasta isn’t baked, it’s made all on the stovetop.  No separate sauce pan, no straining.  The best part is that the creamy sauce has no butter, cream, or milk.  Instead, similar to risotto, it relies on frequent stirring and the starch that is extracted and developed to make it super creamy.

Spicy Fusilli Pasta with Tomato + Cream (Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free friendly)

Spicy Fusilli Pasta with Tomato + Cream (Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free friendly)

t’s almost Valentine’s Day, so I’m bringing you the first of two dinner ideas that are sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. This Spicy Fusilli Pasta with Tomato + Cream is luxurious and hearty, tasting like it took hours to make, but coming together in just 30 minutes.

Creamy Pumpkin Risotto

Creamy Pumpkin Risotto

Just when you thought you’d hit your “all things pumpkin” limit for the year, I’m here to prove you wrong.  We are taking pumpkin in a different direction here, a savory one, that is just as comforting and cozy as your favorite pumpkin bread or…

Squash Pasta with Sage Lemon Butter

Squash Pasta with Sage Lemon Butter

This is the season when food starts to get deliciously cozy, which is probably why I love cooking so much in the colder months.  There is a serious comfort factor that exists for me when the temperatures drop and a warm dish of hearty food…

Slow Roasted Tomato & Garlic Pasta

Slow Roasted Tomato & Garlic Pasta

This is the kind of recipe I just love to make in the summer. The tomatoes are cooked low and slow, for 3 hours at 225F with zero hands on time, meaning dinner won’t be contributing to this heatwave we’ve had going on. I learned…

Cauliflower Alfredo Pasta

Cauliflower Alfredo Pasta

When I first saw the idea of using cauliflower as a base for an alfredo sauce, I had a similar reaction to what you might have had. 1) Cauliflower Alfredo? That’s not real alfredo sauce. My (insert Italian grandmother, father, neighbor, etc) would disown me!…

Creamy Butternut Macaroni & Cheese

Creamy Butternut Macaroni & Cheese

This delicious, creamy, gluten-free twist on a classic Mac & Cheese is a great way to get an extra vegetable on the menu without any questions from the kids!