Pesto, Broccoli and White Bean Pasta

I love this one pot dish! Filling and flavorful! Anytime you put a bean (legume) and grain together you get a complete protein making this vegetarian main dish all you need for dinner with a side salad!

Recipe

1 package of whole wheat angel hair pasta

16 oz. bottle of homemade or store bought pesto (I like Kirkland brand if I’m not making it myself)

4 cups frozen broccoli

15 oz. can white beans, rinsed and drained

Cook pasta in a large pot until almost cooked through. Add the broccoli for the last few minutes until slightly softened but still crisp. Drain and place back into the large pot. Add the pesto and beans. Check for seasonings and serve with a large green salad.

May 20, 2014

Sun-dried Tomato, Feta and Avocado Pasta

This is by far my favorite pasta salad! It’s full of so much flavor! Take this one to your next summer outing for a big hit!

Recipe

16 oz. package of penne or spiral pasta, cooked

olive oil

balsamic vinegar

sea salt and pepper

4-6 cloves garlic, chopped

1 small red onion, finely chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

16 oz. jar of sun-dried tomatoes with oil

8 oz. feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 c. fresh parsley, chopped

2 avocados, chopped

juice of 1 lemon

Once the pasta is finished cooking and strained, place on large bowl. While still warm drizzle about 1/4 c. olive oil and 3 T. baslamic vinegar on top. Add the salt and pepper, garlic and red onion. Mix well and check for seasonings. Add the pepper, tomatoes, feta and parsley. Just before serving add the avocado and lemon. Serves 10-12 as a side.

May 1, 2014May 1, 2014

Fresh Herb Fruit Salad

This salad is to die for! Seriously, it is so good and simple! Take it to a party or eat all by yourself, it won’t go to waste!

Recipe

10 pounds of your favorite fruit such as:

pineapple

cantoloupe

kiwi

strawberries

raspberries

blueberries

blackberries

peaches

Dressing:

2 tablespoons raw honey

2 limes zested and juiced

1/4 cup fresh chopped peppermint, spearmint or lemon balm/verbena

Chop fruit into bite sized pieces and place in large bowl. Mix together the dressing and drizzle on top. Gently toss and serve immediately.