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Pasta with Taleggio and Pecorino Cheeses

Posted on October 30, 2016 by

Using good quality Italian cheeses makes all the difference in this recipe. Taleggio cheese is a semi-soft cheese made from cow’s milk. It is pungent and tangy, and

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Fusilli Pasta with Roasted Vegetables

Posted on August 4, 2014 by

Instead of the steamed veggies that you might find in your favorite restaurant, this dish features roasted squash, tomatoes, garlic, and onions with a bit of butter, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.

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A Very Different Lasagna

Posted on October 12, 2013 by

Looking for a different “noodle” dish? This combination of pesto and béchamel sauce layered over lasagna noodles is outstanding and a welcome change from traditional tomato-based pasta dishes. Give it a try and let me know how you like it.

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Multicolored Tortellini Pasta Salad

Posted on September 15, 2013 by

Pasta salad does not date back centuries, like many foods, but is a more modern creation thought to have appeared in the early-to-mid 20th century. My 21st century version calls for a balsamic vinaigrette dressing and fresh vegetables.

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