It's safe to say the northern hemisphere is firmly entrenched in the cold of winter, so we're starting a new series this week of Hearty Winter Comfort Foods. Let's kick it off with the single best recipe for mac and cheese you'll ever eat! I grew up on the blue box of macaroni and cheese, … Continue reading Mainstay Signature Mac and Cheese
Pasta
Pasta e Fagioli
Our next installment of Fall Soup Week is a classic Italian staple: Pasta e Fagioli. Perhaps you've tried an authentic recipe, or maybe it's your favorite soup to order at The Olive Garden. Either way, it's impossible to leave the table hungry after eating this soup loaded with sausage, veggies, beans, and pasta. TIP: Pasta … Continue reading Pasta e Fagioli
Mainstay Signature Chicken Sausage Lasagna
From-scratch lasagna was my first personal goal when I started learning to cook. It was the first intimidating dish I attempted, and I was thrilled when it turned out better than expected. Fast forward about a decade, and my homemade lasagna is the dish people request when I volunteer for meal trains. It's so popular, … Continue reading Mainstay Signature Chicken Sausage Lasagna
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
If you think Chicken Noodle Soup is boring, this post is for you! As we come into the colder autumn/winter weather, this hearty, creamy soup is so cozy and satisfying, not to mention, absolutely delicious! It takes chicken noodle soup to a whole new level. My suggestion of using tagliatelle noodles creates a thicker, heartier … Continue reading Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
In Season for Fall: Zucchini
Do you have a garden with zucchini coming out your ears? Or perhaps you have friends and/or family with a garden who have gifted you so much zucchini that it's coming out your ears. Either way, it's hard to miss that it is definitely zucchini season! Here are three ways to use up all that … Continue reading In Season for Fall: Zucchini
Mushroom Ravioli in Rosemary Butter Sauce
Several years ago, a friend's mother-in-law offered to teach us an old Italian recipe for homemade pasta. We decided to make ravioli, and almost as an afterthought, I realized I'd need a filling. That lead me to this filling and sauce recipe by Tieghan Gerard at Half Baked Harvest, which turned out to be quite … Continue reading Mushroom Ravioli in Rosemary Butter Sauce
Parmesan Meatballs with Orzo in Basil Cream Sauce
In our house, pasta and red meat are considered splurges, so this meal is a treat for us! Cheesy meatballs, creamy orzo, and the freshness of the peas. YUM! Don't skimp on the basil or forget the lemon squeeze garnish; that freshness and acid make a huge difference to the flavor profile! Parmesan Meatballs with … Continue reading Parmesan Meatballs with Orzo in Basil Cream Sauce
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Marsala is a classic recipe for a reason, and definitely a favorite around here! There's a bonus to our version, because we've found a way to lighten it up while keeping it delicious! We skip dredging the chicken in flour, using a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce instead. Yet, that balance of mushrooms, … Continue reading Chicken Marsala
Italian Pasta Salad
The next recipe in this week's In Season: Summer series is a classic! And Italian Pasta Salad is a classic for a reason. Whether you choose to use a traditional cured meat like the called-for salami, or something cleaner like a nitrate-free turkey pepperoni, this cool summer salad is addicting! The vinaigrette combines salty and … Continue reading Italian Pasta Salad
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