Available in a fantastic array of shapes, textures, and colors, pasta is everyone’s favorite. Explore the many luscious ways of preparing noodles in soups or salads: stuffed; with cheese, meat or seafood; and with sauces that range from rich and creamy to tangy and tomatoey. Seashells float deliciously in a nourishing soup of vegetables and herbs. Combine orzo, spinach, almonds, Emmental cheese, and basil pesto for a super salad. Nothing’s quicker and easier to prepare than Spaghetti with Garlic: heat garlic and oil, add parsley and seasoning, add the boiled pasta, and toss with Parmesan. Other irresistible recipes to add to the menu: Pasta with Olives, Capers, and Dried Tomatoes; Lasagna with Ricotta and Bacon; Ratatouille Pasta; Chicken and Tequila Fettuccini; and Fusilli with Clams and Cheese.
