Cheese Tortelini with Bacon, Cream and Peas 2

Mar

1

2009

This is one of my kids’ favorites, but I try not to make it too often because it’s not exactly low-cal.  1 large package ( or two regular packages ) of cheese tortellini 1 package of bacon 2 cups of half and half 1 cup of frozen peas 1 cup of grated Parmesan Salt Pepper Remove the bacon from the package and cut into ¼ inch strips.  Fry in a skillet until crisp.  Drain and set aside.  Remove the frozen peas from the freezer and set aside on the counter to begin thawing.  Bring a pot of water to boil.  ...
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Spinach Lasagna and Greek Salad 1

Feb

22

2009

Spinach Lasagna 2 Tbsp of olive oil ½ onion, finely chopped 6 cloves of garlic, minced 2 bags of pre washed spinach, chopped 1 tsp of salt 1 box of Barilla ready to use lasagna 2 jars of Marinara Sauce 4 cups of mozarrella 3 cups of ricotta ½ cup of parmesan cheese 2 eggs, mixed  Heat oven to 350.  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium.  Saute the onion until just starting to turn brown.  Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, not letting it burn.  Add spinach and salt and sauté until the spinach ...
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Creamy Pasta with Peas and Bacon 2

Feb

1

2009

½ package of bacon 1 package of penne 1 pint of half and half Dash of nutmeg 1 cup of grated Parmesan plus extra for sprinkling 1 cup of frozen peas 2 Tbsp butter Salt and Pepper Cut the bacon into bits and fry until crisp.  Drain and set aside.  Heat a pot of water and salt generously.  Bring to a boil and add the penne.  Boil until cooked.  Drain thoroughly and return to hot pot.  Mix in butter until melted.  Add cream and nutmeg and stir over low heat for a few minutes until bubbling.  Remove from heat.  Mix ...
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