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| | From: Genie· (Original Message) | Sent: 12/19/2007 9:39 PM |
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| | From: Genie· | Sent: 8/20/2008 3:52 AM |
Thai Fettuccine Primavera
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
1 pound fettuccine, preferably whole grain 1 tablespoon peanut oil or GMO-free vegetable oil 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets (about 5 cups) 2 organic bell peppers (preferably red and yellow), cut into short strips 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (14 ounces) regular or reduced-fat coconut milk 2 tablespoons Thai red curry base 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 cup chopped peanuts 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil
Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender yet slightly firm in the center, about 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wok or large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the broccoli and stir-fry for 10 seconds. Add a tablespoon or two of the pasta water, cover, and steam until the broccoli is just bright green and barely tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the peppers and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute more. Remove to a bowl and cover to keep warm.
Add the coconut milk, curry base, and brown sugar to the pan and return to medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, whisking until thoroughly mixed. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes.
Drain the pasta and put in a large bowl or return to the pasta pot. Mix in a few tablespoons of the curry sauce just to moisten the pasta. Stir the vegetables into the remaining sauce.
Divide the pasta among plates and top with the vegetables and sauce. Sprinkle with the peanuts and cilantro or basil.
Helping Hand: Look for Thai red curry base in large packets in the international aisle of most grocery stores. You can also use the red curry paste that's available in small jars, but use about half as much because it's twice as potent.
Nutrient Boost: To add protein to the meal, stir in 1 cup Tofu Bites along with the ginger and garlic.
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| | From: Genie· | Sent: 9/11/2008 3:55 AM |
Fettuccine and Asparagus with Shiitake and Smoked Bacon Recipe Ingredients: 6 ounces smoked bacon or pancetta, diced 4 tablespoons olive oil 6 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced 1 pound asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces 12 ounces fresh fettuccine 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped Salt to taste Pepper to taste
Directions: Saute bacon in skillet until crisp, remove to a plate. Drain off excess fat, then add olive oil to the skillet and cook the mushrooms until softened. Lightly blanch the asparagus. Cook the pasta briefly in boiling salted water. Drain the noodles and toss with the asparagus, bacon, shiitake and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper. | |
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| | From: Genie· | Sent: 9/11/2008 3:56 AM |
Fettuccine with Prosciutto and Asparagus Recipe Ingredients: 1/2 pound asparagus, in 1 inch pieces 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup onion, minced 4 ounces prosciutto 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon flour 1/2 cup cream 1 pound fettuccine 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly, grated ground pepper
Directions: Cook the asparagus until tender; drain. Reduce the cooking water to 1/2 cup. Melt the butter in a skillet over a medium heat. Add the onion and cook until fragrant. Stir in the prosciutto and saute.
Make a roux of the flour and butter; add the reserved asparagus water and cream. Whisk and heat until the sauce thickens. Add the asparagus and prosciutto and stir in.
In the meantime cook the pasta. When the pasta is cooked al dente, drain it and toss it with the sauce, adding the grated cheese. Serve and add freshly grated pepper to taste. | |
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| | From: Genie· | Sent: 10/16/2008 4:23 AM |
Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus
Ready to go at a moment?s notice, this asparagus-embellish<WBR>ed classic
is not only creamy, quick, and delicious, but it dirties only one pot.
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
1 pound asparagus
3/4 pound fettuccine
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup heavy cream
pinch ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them. Cut the
asparagus spears into 1-inch pieces. In a large pot of boiling,
salted water, cook the fettuccine until almost done, about 8 minutes.
Add the asparagus; cook until it and the pasta are just done, about 4
minutes longer.
Drain the pasta and asparagus. Toss with the butter, cream, nutmeg,
salt, pepper, and Parmesan. Serve with additional Parmesan.
Wine Recommendation: A forcefully acidic white wine is a natural with
asparagus and will pierce the richness of the sauce. Try one of the
sauvignon blancs from New Zealand or a vernaccia from Italy.
Source: FamilyTime
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| | From: Genie· | Sent: 10/17/2008 4:05 AM |
Fettuccini with Garlic Cream Sauce
3 sticks butter 6 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 1/2 qt. whipping cream Kosher salt 1 1/2 lbs. fresh pasta (cooked al dente) 8 oz. Parmesan cheese Black pepper
In heavy bottom pot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic and saute lightly to release flavor. Do not brown garlic! Stir in whipping cream. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and let sauce barely simmer until the volume has been reduced by 10% (this is an important step!). Season to taste with salt and pepper.
FRESH FETTUCINI: Cook pasta in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until al dente. Drain. Heat cream sauce in pan until edges bubble. Add 1/3 cheese and stir until sauce thickens. Add pasta, stir until noodles are coated.
Serve immediately with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Note: This recipe makes a large quantity, enough to serve 6. The recipe may be halved for fewer servings.
(Note from Gramma-I've not tried this-it sounds very rich-but would love a taste sometime) | |
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| | From: Genie· | Sent: 10/27/2008 2:04 AM |
Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas - 1 (16-ounce) package fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper, or white pepper if available 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup frozen peas 1 cup diced ham - Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Slowly add flour, whisking until blended. Cook about 3 minutes, just until the mixture starts to turn golden. Whisk in milk. Simmer, stirring often, until thickened, about 7 minutes.
- Add mozzarella, salt, pepper and nutmeg; when cheese has melted, whisk together. Stir in peas and ham. Pour over fettuccine and stir gently to combine. Serve with a fresh grind of black pepper on top.
Makes 6 servings. | |
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