Pasta, Sausage

Tomato & Spinach Pasta Toss

This is a recipe from Kraft Foods http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/recipes/tomato-spinach-pasta-toss-104507.aspx2 cups rotini or penne pasta, uncooked1/2 lb hot or mild Italian sausage, casing removed1 pkg (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves (7 cups)1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese2 Tbsp.Grated Parmesan CheeseCook pasta as directed on package.Meanwhile, crumble meat into large deep skillet.… Continue reading Tomato & Spinach Pasta Toss

Fish and Seafood, Pasta

Shrimp Orzo Skillet

This was the first time I've made orzo and it was so good. I'll definitely be using it more often! INGREDIENTS8 oz large uncooked shrimp (21-25 per pound)1 Tbsp vegetable oil1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper1/8 tsp sugar (promotes caramelization in the short time it takes to cook the shrimp)8 oz orzo pasta1… Continue reading Shrimp Orzo Skillet

Desserts

Fruit Buckle

I found a great recipe for Blueberry-Nectarine Buckle in the July issue of Parents Magazine. I've been looking for a good buckle recipe and I've finally found it! INGREDIENTS2 cups biscuit mix1 cup sugar, divided1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup reduced fat milk1 tsp finely shredded lemon peel1 medium nectarine, pitted and chopped1 1/4 cups fresh… Continue reading Fruit Buckle