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Beef Stroganoff. Spinach-Gorgonzola Pasta. I should start by saying that this dish is rich — certainly not for those still trying to stick to their New Years resolution.

Spinach-Gorgonzola Pasta

While cream sauced pasta might always be an off-limit item for calorie counters, it’s the Gorgonzola, ricotta and Parmesan cheese that makes this dish especially decadent and delicious. It’s this same indulgent quality that has people lined up around the block at Gayle’s Bakery & Rosticceria, a neighborhood fixture in a small beach town called Capitola, a few miles south of Santa Cruz in Northern California. I visited Gayle’s for the first time in college on an adventure to find a solid, quality meal and a break from the less-than inspiring food of the dining hall. Craving something comforting more than anything, I felt right at home in front of their massive rotisserie and deli case packed with roasted chickens, slow barbecued ribs, potato salad and sandwiches. From Gayle’s Bakery & Rosticceria, Capitola, California Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Pesto stuffed shells $8.51 recipe / $1.42 serving.

Fast Food: Creamy Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta. Linguine with Garlicky Bread Crumbs. With My Husband away on a business trip for a few days this week, I kept the cooking simple.

Linguine with Garlicky Bread Crumbs

Often letting the boys choose their dinner, thankfully, a vegetable was always chosen as part of the meal since they both have been learning about eating healthy foods. I don't always indulge my little men, but with Daddy away I thought I'd be extra nice to them - and, it doesn't hurt that their desires are simpler than what I normally make. I must admit that I am a pasta lover. Yes, in addition to my addiction to chocolate you can add pasta to that list. As a kid, I would often eat plain spaghetti with the Parmesan cheese (you remember the green can, right?) I have managed to acquire a taste for whole wheat pastas, even though my family has not fully taken to them. So, what did I make you might be asking? My Oldest didn't care for it, but the garlic flavor was perhaps a bit much for his taste. Now, if you are in the mood for some pasta creations, you may want to check out these ideas:

Parmigiano Panko Herb Encrusted Chicken Breasts. This is my version of Italian Fried Chicken.

Parmigiano Panko Herb Encrusted Chicken Breasts

Well I am a Southern girl after all & do love fried chicken so I thought this would be a good marriage of the two! I’ve been crazy for Panko lately & just love the texture & crunch that it gives, all the while being light & airy! Crazy I know, but true. These cook oh so quickly too because of the thinness of the chicken, so keep an eye on them.

I think there is something truly therapeutic about pounding things with a mallet & do it every time I can. Use your judgment with the amount of cheese and panko you’d like to add. Toasted Ravioli with Marinara Sauce. Roasted Garlic Pizza. I had originally un-published this post as part of the purge but after repeated emails asking where the post went, I decided to re publish.

Roasted Garlic Pizza

Ever since I tried kickpleat's pizza dough recipe, we've had different pizzas probably once a week. Our favorite, however, is the roasted garlic. It's incredibly simple, very tasty, and deliciously inexpensive. You probably have all of the ingredients in your kitchen right now. Try it - and please, let me know what you think!! The Easiest Pizza Dough In The Worldeverybody loves sandwiches 1 packet yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)1 cup warm water2 1/2 cups flour1 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive oilcornmeal Preheat oven to 400F.

Sprinkle baking sheet with cornmeal and press dough into it to your desired thickness. Roasted Garlic Pizza 1 recipe Easiest Pizza Dough In The World1 head garlicolive oilsalt & peppershredded mozzarella cheeseoregano Preheat oven to 400F. Keeping head of garlic whole, peel away loose papery exterior. Creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta. Do you ever look in your pantry and have an ingredient that you tend to use for the same dish every single time?

Creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta

When it comes to Marsala wine, my go to dish is naturally Chicken Marsala. I've made a few different versions but this Creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta is the most favorite of my husband. The creamy Marsala sauce with caramelized mushrooms and onions really make it even more comforting. Stuffed Chicken Marsala. Have you ever made a recipe for the first time and surprised yourself?

Stuffed Chicken Marsala

I mean, like really surprised yourself that it turned out much better than you expected? Every so often I have one of those moments. Making this recipe was one of them. In my quest to find Olive Garden restaurant recipes to recreate at home, I decided to check out Olive Garden's website. Interestingly enough, they have quite a few recipes available, some of which are dishes that are currently on their menu. Whether an ingredient or two was left out, my friends and I agree that the recipe for Stuffed Chicken Marsala on Olive Garden's website was much better than the version served up at the restaurant. Stuffed Chicken Marsalarecipe adapted from Olive Garden Kitchen Sauce 1/2 large red small onion, finely chopped 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups Marsala wine 1 cup heavy cream 1 8oz container of cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste Pre-heat oven to 350°F and have a baking dish ready.