Recent Posts Tagged With pasta

• Recipe: Tomato and Olive Tapenade Spaghetti

  Posted on Saturday January 30th, 2010 at 07:51 pm in recipes, vegan, vegetarian, pasta, vegetables, olive, tomato, olives, tomatoes, ripe, hydroponic, tapenade

  Unfortunately there is no photo to show off this quick and scrumptious dish, but I’m sure I’ll be able to redo this soon and put one up. This recipe came about after having quite a few hydroponic tomatoes needing to be used.  In this ne...

• Recipe: Blue Cheese, Walnut and Swiss Brown Mushroom Pasta

  Posted on Tuesday October 13th, 2009 at 06:58 pm in recipes, mushrooms, vegetarian, cheese, pasta, vegetables, special occasion, mushroom, walnut, walnuts, blue cheese, vegetarian pasta

  The next few photos will be taken with my Iphone as I’ve just moved into a new house and I have no idea where my camera is.  So, firstly apologies for the not-so-great photos. This quite extravagant dish is very rich and is one that you coul...

• Recipe: Sherried Potatoed Pasta

  Posted on Monday August 17th, 2009 at 06:54 pm in recipes, vegetarian, pasta, vegetables, special occasion, sherry, potato, vegetarian pasta, vegan alternative, dry sherry, sherried potato pasta

  Okay, so this is a weird combination, I know. All I have to say is that you have to try it! The flavours are sooo delicious, that I absolutely promise you that you will enjoy it! Not only do I promise you that, but I had so many ideas come from eat...

• Recipe: Bolognese Gnocchi

  Posted on Wednesday July 15th, 2009 at 06:41 am in recipes, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, italian, bolognese, casserole, gnocchi, vegetarian gnocchi, vegan alternative, vegetarian bolognese

  Combining two of my favourite dishes (Gnocchi and Bean n’ Dumplin Casserole’s sauce) I came up with this wonderful combination! Whilst eating this dish, my only thought was why wouldn’t you become a vegetarian?  No one misses out w...

• Recipe: Baked Rigatoni with Rocket and Ricotta

  Posted on Monday May 11th, 2009 at 10:44 pm in recipes, vegetarian, cheese, pasta, vegetables, tomato, parmesan, baked goods, rocket, casserole, mozzarella, lentils

  I have to admit that being in Melbourne, and, living in the Western suburbs, I feel really spoilt for choice when it comes to produce. Not only am I close to the farms, I’m also close to the airport and, really, pretty close to town also. Why...

• Recipe: Porcini Gnocchi

  Posted on Wednesday May 6th, 2009 at 09:21 pm in recipes, mushrooms, vegetarian, pasta, vegetables, Italian food, porcini, mushroom, gnocchi, porcini mushrooms, vegan alternative, vegetarian dinner

  The past couple of weeks have been a bit hectic with my new-house-to-be-built finally starting construction in the next couple of weeks and my brother (living in the UK) being over for the last couple of weeks, with many dinners out.  So there’...

• Recipe: Semolina Gnocchi with crispy vegetarian “pancetta” and mushrooms

  Posted on Monday April 6th, 2009 at 05:23 pm in recipes, mushrooms, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, hot dogs, vegetables, baked goods, special occasion, casserole, baked, mushroom

  Deliciosio! The one word to describe this absolutely faboulous dish (even if I do so say myself!).  Based on the traditional gnocchi alla romana with semolina baked gnocchi, I’ve combined some vegetarian hotdogs and mushrooms to add a little m...

• Recipe: Lentil “Bolognese” Pasta

  Posted on Sunday January 11th, 2009 at 07:48 pm in recipes, vegan, vegetarian, cheese, dinner, pasta, seeds, parmesan, bolognese, mustard, legumes, wholegrain mustard

  The following pasta definitely has a meaty type consistency, but I assure you the sauce is totally vegetarian.  Lentils are a great alternative to use instead of minced meat, as they take the flavour on from the spices used and mix in quite well wi...

• Recipe: Porcini, Tomato & Walnut Pasta

  Posted on Thursday November 27th, 2008 at 05:25 pm in recipes, mushrooms, vegetarian, pasta, vegetables, tomato, cherry, porcini, spaghetti, tomatoes, walnut, cherry tomatoes

  Usually when I purchase some dried porcini mushrooms, I try and keep the one focal point the mushrooms.  Seriously, who wouldn’t?  Porcini mushrooms are just SO delicious on their own, nothing else is required! However, I thought it was time ...

• Recipe: Pasta Antipasto

  Posted on Monday November 17th, 2008 at 07:33 pm in recipes, mushrooms, vegan, vegetarian, pepper, dinner, pasta, vegetables, onion, vinegar, olive, antipasto

  Apologies for the lack of updates over the last couple of weeks, posting took a bit of a hold due to buying my first home.  I’ve put down a deposit and am now looking to sign off on a contract and choose colours, options and whatever else need...

• Recipe: Broccoli Pesto Pasta

  Posted on Sunday October 19th, 2008 at 05:46 pm in recipes, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, broccoli, almonds, pesto, almond, spicy foods, pesto pasta, vegan alternative

  This weekend I’ve been spending my time looking at houses.  I’m nearly ready to buy my own house with a great kitchen and can’t wait.  Our Government has increased the first home buyer’s grants but it looks like it won’...

• Recipe: Spezzatino Vegetarian Style

  Posted on Monday October 6th, 2008 at 04:09 am in recipes, vegan, vegetarian, beef, dinner, pasta, vegetables, italian, casserole, spaghetti, spezzatino, meat subsitute

  I’m a little late in posting the first recipe this week, after having a fairly big weekend.  We had our presentation night for hockey on Saturday night and, not only did I have a couple of drinks, but won Best & Fairest for our team.  It ...

• Recipe: Vegie Hamburger Rigatoni

  Posted on Sunday September 28th, 2008 at 06:01 pm in recipes, vegetarian, pasta, Basil, hamburger, rigatoni, sausage, vegan alternative, hamburger pasta, sausage pasta, vegie hamburger

  If you don’t have any vegetarian mince handy for a quick pasta, don’t fret!  Head to your freezer and grab a couple of frozen vegetarian hamburgers! This dish could easily be an alternative to the classic meatball dish, just defrost the ...

• Recipe: Vegie Carbonara

  Posted on Sunday September 21st, 2008 at 06:13 pm in recipes, italy, mushrooms, egg, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, italian, bacon, mushroom, portobello

  This delightful Carbonara has abslolutely no cream in it.  Why does Carbonara really need cream anyway?  Egg can be placed in just near the end, to give a creamy effect and I have to say, it works perfectly!  Try this one and you won’t go ba...

• Recipe: Shitake & Kumara Open Ravioli

  Posted on Tuesday July 29th, 2008 at 04:46 pm in oil, recipes, mushrooms, vegetarian, sweet, dinner, pasta, vegetables, potatoes, asparagus, sweet potato, baked goods

  Image: Cut open to see the kumara (sweet potato), shitake and ricotta cheese stuffing. Leonie, as promised, here’s a little combination whipped together based on your request.  Using the kumara (sweet potato), red onions, pasta and asparagus, ...

• Recipe: Chorizo’d Leek & Mushroom Pasta

  Posted on Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 at 06:01 pm in spain, mushrooms, vegan, vegetarian, pasta, olive, leek, baked goods, olives, mushroom, spicy foods, leeks

  One thing was in mind when coming up with this pasta - trying to replicate the flavours of the chorizo sausage.  Now although I’ve never tried the real thing, I’ve always imagined how it tasted - the smokey flavours of parpika, a hint of...

• Recipe: Timpana (Baked Pasta Pie)

  Posted on Thursday July 17th, 2008 at 06:13 pm in vegetarian, maltese, dinner, pasta, vegetables, pie, baked goods, casserole, snack, vegan alternative, maltese food, maltese vegetarian

  This lovely dish would easily become a favourite to most after one bite!  The maltese certainly have kept this little traditional pie to themselves, and, I’m all for sharing this beautiful dish. My pasta pie has steered a little bit from the o...

• Recipe: Mushrooms & Leek Pasta Bake

  Posted on Thursday July 10th, 2008 at 06:26 pm in diet, Herbs, mushrooms, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, onion, parsley, Onions, leek, baked goods

  Low calorie food does not have to be terrible tasting and this one certainly will make you think twice about cooking low calorie foods!  Consideration was given to use no oil at all, reduce the cheese intake and focus more on the vegies. Using fresh...

• Recipe: Chilli and Buckwheat Pasta with Arrabiata Sauce

  Posted on Tuesday July 8th, 2008 at 05:36 pm in vegetarian, homemade, pasta, vegetables, spicy, special occasion, home made, spicy foods, buckwheat flour, fettucine, homemade pasta, vegetarian pasta

  Have you ever seen the pasta that has pieces of chilli in it or basil?  I’ve always wanted to try and make my own, just to see how they do it and what it would taste like. So this idea came after wanting to try a different flour and at the sam...

• Recipe: Italian Beanballs

  Posted on Sunday June 29th, 2008 at 06:50 pm in vegan, vegetarian, ball, meat, pasta, vegetables, italian, balls, bean, tomato, legumes, meatballs

  After making my gluten flour italian meatballs, I had to try the Veganomicon’s version.  Although, like usual, I changed it to suit what I had available and to my taste. The great thing about this one is the leftovers freeze quite well and are...

• Recipe: Squash Penne

  Posted on Sunday June 22nd, 2008 at 05:02 pm in health food, vegan, vegetarian, pasta, vegetables, steam, chili, lemon, chilies, penne, mustard, squash

  If you’re wanting something light for Summer or trying to trick yourself that’s it nice and warm outside, this may just help the situation!  The bright and lively yellow squash is great for brightening up any dish and by steaming and set...

• Recipe: Mushroom & Herb Spaghetti

  Posted on Tuesday June 17th, 2008 at 05:42 pm in fast, mushrooms, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, lunch, simple, quick, casserole, spaghetti, mushroom

  Isn’t it great when recipes come to you because of what’s left in the fridge that needs to be used?  This one came to me, because I had quite a few mushrooms left over. This recipe uses a similar method to the roast vegetable pasta where...

• Recipe: Roasted Vegetable Pasta

  Posted on Thursday June 5th, 2008 at 05:42 pm in vegan, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, vegetable, comfort food, baked goods, olive oil, roast, roasted, winter food

  Wanting a delicious treat, that is comforting and simple to make?  This dish is certainly for you then!  Simply throw your cut vegetables into an oiled pan and chuck it in the oven until all the vegetables and roasted, melting in your mouth! To sho...

• Recipe: Rocket, Ricotta & Fake Chorizo Pasta

  Posted on Thursday May 22nd, 2008 at 05:41 pm in salad, vegetarian, cheese, chilli, pasta, hot dogs, vegetables, garlic, onion, chili, parmesan, rocket

  I have to admit I love this dish.  It has everything you want for a meal - crispiness, spice, bite, freshness and flavour all in one. The use of rocket, a clean extra virgin olive oil and ricotta tricks you into thinking it’s light and you can...

• Recipe: Pasta alla Milanese

  Posted on Tuesday May 6th, 2008 at 06:11 pm in white, Wine, vegetarian, cheese, dinner, pasta, onion, white wine, parmesan, saffron, reggiano, milanese

  I’ve been getting bored of my usual vegetarian pasta dishes and so I had a little bit of a look around for some ideas, when I thought of making a Milanese-style pasta instead of risotto. The pasta uses exactly the same base as the risotto dish,...

• Recipe: Olive Tapenade Pasta

  Posted on Sunday May 4th, 2008 at 05:35 pm in Easy, vegetarian, chilli, dinner, pasta, olive, chili, parmesan, quick, chillies, spicy foods, easy cooking

  When you hear olive tapenade the first thing that comes to mind is whether it’s vegetarian or vegan for that matter! This one is definitely made for both. The usual tapenade consists of anchovies, which even to those who do eat meat, you eit...

• Recipe: Porcini, Walnut & Baby Spinach Spaghetti

  Posted on Tuesday April 29th, 2008 at 06:48 pm in mushrooms, vegetarian, dinner, pasta, vegetables, nuts, nut, spinach, porcini, spaghetti, mushroom, walnut

  Are you getting a bit bored with your usual pasta dishes?  This recipe might just do the trick in renewing your interest in pasta by removing the normal tomato base and adding in some nuts! Porcini mushrooms, are a favourite among the Italians and t...

• Recipe: Eat Your Greens Pasta

  Posted on Thursday April 24th, 2008 at 05:30 pm in vegetarian, cheese, pepper, pasta, vegetables, parmesan, brussels, greens, sprouts, spiral, sprout, brussel sprouts

  As you get older, I’ve noticed that your taste changes! Why I’m saying this is because there’s some certain vegetables which I used to not be able to eat, but now can. Don’t get me wrong, there’s still some you will pr...

• Recipe: Italian Meatballs

  Posted on Sunday April 20th, 2008 at 05:58 pm in vegan, vegetarian, ball, meat, dinner, pasta, hamburgers, vegetables, italian, balls, tofu, spaghetti

  Last week, I had an idea to make some italian meatballs on pasta and, although they turned out a little like hamburgers, they tasted quite good and I reckon worthy of putting up. Not only can these meatballs be used in this dish, but tried on their o...

• Recipe: Artichoke and Olive Fettucine

  Posted on Thursday April 17th, 2008 at 05:44 pm in vegetarian, chilli, pasta, vegetables, italian, parsley, olive, chili, parmesan, chilies, olives, spaghetti

  Before heading to the Western Bulldogs match against St.Kilda for a great win, my parents and I headed to Greco in Crown Casion for dinner. This place is always banked back with queues to get in and I always thought it was because of the grand displ...