Category Archives: Pasta

Light Pasta Alfredo with Spinach and Chicken

Posted on February 15, 2018 by HelenFern

I love alfredo and I love a simple meal when I get home from a long day at work. This one fits both bills – and it’s not too fattening! I’m on weight watchers so I watch those points. One … Continue reading →

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Mac & Cheese with Spicy Pork Meatballs and Blue Cheese Sauce (Pasta of the Month)

Posted on March 9, 2017 by HelenFern

It’s National Meatball Day!!  To honor the humble meatball, I’ve used it as part of the Pasta of the Month!  And you get… Although associated with Italian cuisine, the true history of the meatball is unknown, but, kofta seems to … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti with Chicken, Spinach & Parmesan

Posted on January 4, 2017 by HelenFern

It’s National Spaghetti day!  Most people immediately think of the long noodles with a tomato and meat sauce, but the word refers simply to the pasta! Spaghetti is from the Italian word that means “thin string” or “twine”.  A perfect … Continue reading →

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The Top Ten Recipes of 2016

Posted on December 31, 2016 by HelenFern

We had a lot of visitors this last year and we thank each and every one of you that came and supported our site!  Here are recipes for the top ten most visited posts of 2016 – If you’re looking for … Continue reading →

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Pasta of the Month – Chili Mac

Posted on June 21, 2016 by HelenFern

When I was a kid, my dad made us chili mac.  I always thought this was dad’s own invention and we loved it growing up! (But as I learned, it was not his own creation).  As I prepared to write … Continue reading →

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