Best Tipsy Garden Pasta Recipes

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SUMMER GARDEN PASTA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
Good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
18 large basil leaves, julienned, plus extra for serving
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound dried angel hair pasta
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and set aside at room temperature for about 4 hours.
  • Just before you're ready to serve, bring a large pot of water with a splash of olive oil and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil and add the pasta. Cook al dente according to the directions on the package (be careful - it only takes 2 to 3 minutes!). Drain the pasta well and add to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes. Add the cheese and some extra fresh basil leaves and toss well. Serve in big bowls with extra cheese on each serving.

15 MINUTE ITALIAN GARDEN PASTA



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This fresh summer pasta can be eaten hot or cold and comes together in just minutes. It's 15 Minute Italian Garden Pasta and it's amazingly delicious!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Main Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound spaghetti pasta
2 large tomatoes (diced)
1/2 cup fresh basil (chiffonade )
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the rest of the ingredients. Combine the chopped tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, and olive oil in a large bowl.
  • Drain the pasta and add it into the large bowl. Stir to combine and add salt and pepper to taste. Toss and serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 kcal, Carbohydrate 56 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HEARTY GARDEN SPAGHETTI



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My husband and I wanted a pleasing dish that didn't leave a ton of leftovers. My spaghetti with beef and fresh veggies is perfectly filling for four. -Wanda Quist, Loveland, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 medium zucchini, finely chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces uncooked multigrain spaghetti
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook beef, onion and red pepper over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain., Add zucchini and mushrooms; cook 3-5 minutes longer or until tender. Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions., Serve spaghetti with sauce and, if desired, cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 649mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN PASTA WITH LEMON RICOTTA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
12 ounces gemelli pasta
2 cups sugar snap peas, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 8 ounces)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Freshly ground pepper
6 radishes, sliced (about 1 cup)
1 small yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce)
2/3 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives and/or basil)
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs, adding the snap peas during the last 2 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and peas.
  • Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; cook until the garlic is softened, about 1 minute. Add the radishes and bell pepper; cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add half of the reserved pasta cooking water and cook until the vegetables are tender, 2 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the pasta and snap peas to the skillet along with the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, the parmesan and all but a few tablespoons of the herbs; toss to coat, adding enough of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine the ricotta, 1 tablespoon water, the lemon zest and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Top each serving with the lemon ricotta and the remaining herbs.

TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Simmer a pot of Ellie Krieger's healthy Tuscan Vegetable Soup recipe from Food Network, a classic vegetable soup loaded with zucchini, beans, tomatoes and more.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (1 1/2 cups each)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium canellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 carrots, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced, (about 1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can no salt added diced tomatoes
2 cups chopped baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mash half of the beans with a masher or the back of a spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and cook stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broth and tomatoes with the juice and bring to a boil. Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 306 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 5 grams

GARDEN PASTA WITH BOCCONCINI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 clove garlic
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (preferably mixed colors)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt
8 ounces campanelle or fusilli pasta (about 4 cups)
1 small zucchini
1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup halved bocconcini (small mozzarella balls)
1/4 cup pine nuts or slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil; add the garlic and cook 2 minutes. Remove the garlic and place in a blender with the cherry tomatoes, vinegar and basil; puree until smooth. With the motor running, add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Make the salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente (about 2 minutes less than the label directs). Drain and rinse under cool water; shake off the excess. Transfer the pasta to a bowl and toss with the dressing.
  • Shave the zucchini into strips with a vegetable peeler or mandoline; halve the strips crosswise and add to the pasta. Add the tomatoes, bocconcini, pine nuts and basil and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 6 hours. (Bring to room temperature before serving.)

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