Taco Pasta Bake

Posted in Family Night, MEALS by Katherine

1 box of Favourite Macaroni and Cheese
1 lb. (450 g) extra-lean ground beef
1 pkg. (35 g) taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded Marble Cheese, divided
1/2 cup salsa
1 Diced Tomato

Heat oven to 400°F.

Prepare Macaroni and Cheese Dinner as directed on package. While Macaroni is cooking, cook meat with taco seasoning mix.

Stir sour cream into prepared Dinner; spoon half into 8-inch square baking dish. Top with layers of meat mixture, 1 cup shredded cheese and remaining Dinner mixture.

Top with salsa, diced tomato and remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese; bake, covered, 15 min. or until melted.

31Jul2014

Turkey Pasta Casserole

Posted in Family Night, MEALS by Katherine

Ingredients:
455 g ground turkey
1 onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
120 ml milk
1 tomato chopped
1 can of tomato paste

225 g your favourite pasta
20 g grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:
1. In large saucepan, cook turkey, onion, and garlic until turkey is brown. Pour in milk, reduce heat to low, and simmer until reduced by one-third. Add tomato and tomato paste and simmer .

2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

3. Toss with turkey tomato sauce and top with Parmesan. Serve.

12Jul2014

Creamy Healthy Pasta Salad

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

Ingredients

12 ounces cooked pasta
1 cup frozen peas thawed
1 cup sweet corn kernals
1 cup chopped kale
1 cup of steamed broccoli, let cool
1 diced grilled chicken breast

For the Dressing:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
a ripe avocado
juice of a lime (about 2 teaspoons)
kosher salt to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions for al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain the cold water. Pour the pasta in a large bowl.
Toss the pasta with the peas, corn, kale, broccoli and diced grilled chicken.
In a smaller dish mix together the Greek yogurt and avocado. You will have to smash up the avocado, so I usually use a fork to smash/stir. When the mixture is creamy and smooth, squeeze in the lime juice. Stir.
Pour the dressing over the pasta and veggies in the bowl. Stir to coat.
Add salt and pepper to taste.

17May2014

Ricotta Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells

Posted in Family Night, MEALS by Katherine

Basic meal but always a favourite! I bought 4 individual serving glassware and made individual servings because our household has many dinner times during sports seasons!

Cook the 1 box of Jumbo Pasta Shells according to instructions -let cool

In a mixing bowl combine

1 (32oz) container of ricotta cheese
2 beaten eggs
1 cup of shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup of grated parmesan

Stuff Pasta with mixture

Pour Favourite pasta sauce over shells sprinkle mozzarella over shells

Cook in preheated 350 degree oven for 40 minutes

so easy, success!

4Apr2014

Ravioli with Rose Sauce and Fresh Tomatoes

Posted in Family Night, MEALS by Katherine

This was so quick and easy, I thought I would share. Truth be told it was a treat from the New Years Diet but, everyone (the kids) enjoyed it!! Victory!

Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Cook time:5 Minutes
Prep time:10 Minutes

Ingredients
1 (20-oz.) package refrigerated spinach and cheese ravioli
1 (16-oz.) container of rose sauce
2 medium-size fresh tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, optional
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, pour Rose sauce into a medium saucepan. Stir in chopped tomatoes and 1/2 cup chopped basil, and cook over medium-low heat 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Toss with pasta, and top evenly with 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish, if desired.

11Feb2014

Tangy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Posted in MEALS, Slowcooker by Katherine

Sounds great and the ingredients are kid friendly but my family did not enjoy this recipe. It was a fail. But maybe it’s us! So here is the recipe and if it ends up being a success in your household great! At least, this post will be a success! Hope you enjoy this easy to prepare meal!!!

Ingredients:
2 cups elbow macaroni
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon mustard powder
Sprinkle – Bread crumbs and Fresh Parmesan

Directions:

1. Coat the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, beat eggs with fresh and evaporated milks. Mix in uncooked macaroni and 3 cups shredded cheese. Transfer to slow cooker, add remaining cheese on top. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan
3. Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours. Do not stir or remove lid while cooking.