In the summer, I always look for flavorful no-cook options for meals or sides. Plus, we have veggies from the garden to use. So, I decided to combine our family recipe for Tomato Salad, with a couple of other favorite Italian ingredients. In addition to White Bean and Tomato Salad being amazingly delicious, it’s also easy…
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Pesto Mascarpone Pasta
For us, it’s hard to beat a great pasta dish. The creamy basil sauce makes Pesto Mascarpone Pasta a scrumptious celebration for the end of the summer growing season. This is such an easy way to have a great one dish meal. PrintPesto Mascarpone Pasta Ingredients8 oz pasta 1 cup pasta cooking water 1 (8…
Mac and Cheese with Sausage and Beans
If you want an easy, one pot meal this summer, Mac and Cheese with Sausage and Beans is perfect. There are loads of substitutions and additions to make on this quick and simply delicious meal. Use homemade or boxed mac & cheese as a base for a great one pot creation. PrintMac and…
Minestra
Lately, one pot meals are on my radar. In my family, one of my favorite meals is Minestra, Italian comfort food. It’s a delicious and easy combo of sausage (and other pork products), greens, and beans. So, if you’re in a hurry, make it in a pressure cooker (I used an Instant Pot). But,…
White Bean, Chile, and Artichoke Dip
If you like hot artichoke dip, you’ll love this. It’s a lower calorie (and healthier) version. I found some great lentil crackers I served with it (actually it was supper for me!). You could serve it with whole grain pita or whole grain crackers also. I skipped right over cooking with what’s on special this…