Archive for the 'PASTA' Category

Date Scones

Monday, September 17th, 2007

2 cups (500 ml) all-purpose flour
1 Tbs (15 ml) sugar
2 1/2 tsp (12.5 ml) baking powder
1/4 (1 ml) tsp salt
2 Tbs (30 ml) butter
1 cup (250 ml) dates, chopped
2/3 cup (160 ml) milk
Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl and cut in the butter using a fork. Add the milk to make a soft […]

Tofu Quiche with Broccoli

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 1 (9 inch) unbaked 9 inch pie crust
* 1 pound broccoli, chopped
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 onion, finely chopped
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 pound firm tofu, drained
* 1/2 cup soy milk
* 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
* 3/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
* black pepper to taste
* 1 […]

Belle and Chron’s Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 6 slices bacon
* 4 eggs, beaten
* 1 1/2 cups light cream
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon pepper
* 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
* 2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms
* 1/2 cup chopped onions
* 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
* 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
* 1 (9 inch) deep dish pie crust
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven […]

Broccoli Cheese Bake

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 8 cups fresh broccoli
* 1/2 cup butter
* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
* 1 small onion, chopped
* 1 1/4 cups milk
* salt and pepper to taste
* 4 cups shredded Swiss cheese
* 2 eggs, beaten
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. […]

Broccoli Quiche with Mashed Potato Crust

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 2 large potatoes, peeled
* 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
* 1/4 cup milk
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1/2 onion, chopped
* 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
* 3 eggs
* 1 cup milk
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Bring […]

Spaghetti with Broccoli and Mushrooms

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 1 pound uncooked spaghetti
* 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
* 2 (4.5 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
* 1/2 cup butter
* 1 tablespoon salt
* 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
* 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 2 teaspoons lemon juice
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon dried basil
DIRECTIONS
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to […]

Penne With Garlic Pesto

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 2/3 cup vegetable stock
* 2 cloves garlic
* 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
* 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 2 tablespoons pine nuts
* 12 ounces penne pasta
* 2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
DIRECTIONS
1. In a small saucepan, combine stock and garlic cloves. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until garlic is soft. Alternatively, microwave on […]

Broccoli and Provolone Quiche

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 3 cups broccoli florets
* 3 tablespoons olive oil
* 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
* 1 medium onion, finely chopped
* 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
* 1 (9 inch) unbaked deep dish pie crust
* 4 eggs, beaten
* 1 egg yolk, beaten
* 1 pint heavy cream
* salt and pepper to taste
* 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat […]

Tofu, Red Onions, Walnuts, and Blue Cheese

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
* 2 cups water
* 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
* 1 tablespoon butter
* 1 large red onion, sliced, separated into rings
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 cup vegetable broth
* 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
* 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
* salt and pepper to taste
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 (14 ounce) package […]

Tofu Quiche with Broccoli

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

INGREDIENTS
* 1 (9 inch) unbaked 9 inch pie crust
* 1 pound broccoli, chopped
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 onion, finely chopped
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 pound firm tofu, drained
* 1/2 cup soy milk
* 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
* 3/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
* black pepper to taste
* 1 […]