Gnocchi Making pasta at home is easier than you think. Try it at least once. INGREDIENTS: 2 1/2 lb russet potatoes 1 large egg yolk 2 tsp salt 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour DIRECTIONS: 1. Peel and cube potatoes. Place in large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and boil for about 20 minutes or until tender. 2. Drain well and let stand for 5 minutes in strainer. Place potatoes through food mill or ricer in batches into a large bowl. 3. Let cool slightly. Stir in egg yolk and salt. Stir in enough flour to form … Continue reading →

Fusilli With Sausage & Peppers Great italian dish that doesn’t have any heavy sauces. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 lb italian sausage 1/2 lb fusilli pasta 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 medium red pepper, julienned 1/4 medium yellow pepper, julienned 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes cut into small pieces 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1/2 tsp dried basil 2 tsp chopped fresh parsley DIRECTIONS: 1. Place sausage in saucepan with sufficient water to cover. Bring to a gentle boil & cook for 5 minutes. 2. Drain the sausage & when cool cut into small pieces & set aside. In large pot cook pasta 8-10 minutes. … Continue reading →

Five Points Lasagna This recipe is great to serve for a large family meal with the relatives and still maintain your diet. As the name references, this dish is 5 Weight Watchers points per serving. INGREDIENTS: 12 whole lasagna noodles, uncooked 2 cups shredded reduced fat mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated nonfat or reduced fat Parmesan cheese 15 oz nonfat ricotta cheese 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese 2 tbs finely chopped parsely 8 oz 95% lean ground beef 32 oz cans of tomato sauce 16 oz can crushed tomatoes 2 tbs tomato paste 1 medium onion, chopped 1 1/2 tsp … Continue reading →

Creamy Italian Shrimp Linguini Tastes like a dish you would find in a nice italian restaurant. INGREDIENTS: 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup white wine 1 cup water 2 tsp Italian seasoning 2 cans mushrooms, coarsley chopped 8 oz cream cheese, cubed small 2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 16 oz linguini, uncooked DIRECTIONS: 1. Cook linguini according to package instructions. 2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet on medium-low heat, add soup, wine, water and Italian seasoning. 3. Blend well and simmer, uncovered, 4-5 minutes. 4. Add mushrooms and cream cheese. Blend at same heat for five … Continue reading →

Rigatoni & Hot Sausage Nice to make and freeze for the family with a new baby! INGREDIENTS: 1 lb uncooked rigatoni or penne 1 1/2 lb hot Italian sausage 1 jar spaghetti sauce 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350. Cook pasta according to directions. Slice sausage into 1/2 inch slices. 2. Sauté in fry pan a few minutes on each side. Put rigatoni & sausage in 13x9inch greased pan. Toss in sauce and cheese. 3. Bake in 350 oven for 30 minutes or until bubbly. Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 40 minutes Serves: 6

Spaghetti with Clams Serve with a green salad and crusty bread for a delicious meal! INGREDIENTS: 4 lbs clams in shell 1 pinch fresh pepper 3/4 cup olive oil 6 cloves garlic, crushed 1 pinch salt 1 lb spaghetti 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes DIRECTIONS: 1. Scrub clams well and rinse them. Set aside. Pour oil into large skillet. Add garlic and fry until golden. 2. Boil salted water or spaghetti and cook until “al dente”. Add sauce, parsley, salt and pepper to taste. 3. Add clams, then simmer for 15-30 minutes, until clams open. … Continue reading →

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce A family weeknight favorite. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups chopped onions 6 cloves garlic, minced or garlic powder 1 cup chopped parsley 110 oz stewed tomatoes 12 oz tomato paste 1 1/2 tbs sugar 1 1/2 tbs dried basil 1 tbs salt 2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp pepper 1 lb ground beef DIRECTIONS: 1. In 5 qt dutch oven cook ground beef with onion until browned. Drain excess fat. Add remaining ingredients. 2. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes. Serve over spaghetti. Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 60 minutes Serves: 6

Stromboli A quick and easy dinner the kids will love! You can purchase bread dough at bakeries. INGREDIENTS: 1 large egg 1/8 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp oregano 1/8 tsp parsley 1 lb. bulk Italian sausage 24 slices pepperoni 1 bag shredded mozzarella cheese 1 ball bread dough DIRECTIONS: 1. Separate egg. Mix garlic oregano, and parsley into yolk of egg. 2. Roll out dough till it is about 1/8 of an inch thick. 3. Brush mixture over dough. Arrange pepperoni and cooked sausage on dough. Slice mushrooms and add to dough. 4. Sprinkle entire bag of cheese over meat. … Continue reading →

Traditional Meat Lasagna Great make ahead and freeze dish. INGREDIENTS: 16 count dry lasagne noodles 1 lb ground beef 3 cups tomato sauce 2 lbs ricotta cheese 8 oz mozzarella cheese, grated 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 tbs chopped fresh parsley DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 375F. Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain and rinse. 2. Brown ground beef in a large skillet; drain. 3. In a large saucepan, combine meat and tomato sauce and simmer 15-20 minutes. 4. In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, a half cup of Parmesan, eggs and … Continue reading →

Thin Crust Pizza Yum! Homemade Pizza! INGREDIENTS: 1 package active dry yeast 3/4 cup warm water 1 1/2 tsp shortening, melted 1 tbs sugar 1/2 tsp salt 2 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp oil 1/2 lb mild italian sausage 1/2 cup each choped onion, chopped green peppers 8 oz pizza sauce 10 oz mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese 4 oz sliced mushrooms, drained DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven 425 degrees. Melt shortening and measure 1 1/2 tsp. 2. Soften yeast in water, add shortening, sugar, and salt. Stir in 1 cup flour. 3. Gradually add remaining flour … Continue reading →