Bowties Marinara with Meatballs

12 ounces bowtie pasta6-ounce bag baby spinach1 ½ cup marinara sauce2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar24-ounce package appetizer-sized turkey meatballs1 cup fresh mozzarella, diced Boil bowties, stirring the spinach in just before bowties are done. Meanwhile heat marinara sauce, vinegar and meatballs in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until hot. Toss with drained pasta and… Continue reading Bowties Marinara with Meatballs

Bowties with Chickpeas and Tomato Sauce

There is one disagreement in our household concerning this. The majority of adults here find raisins in tomato sauce to be interesting and innovative. Other members of the family did not think it a good idea and they were not charmed after sampling it. 1 pound tricolor bowtie pasta2 tablespoons olive oil4 cloves garlic, sliced1… Continue reading Bowties with Chickpeas and Tomato Sauce

Pasta with Peas and Ham

We made this for the first time the other night, all because of my blogging these recipes. I used extra virgin olive oil and a ham slice in it. We all liked it, with one criticism, that the taste of the olive oil clashed with the taste of the ham. My advice is to either… Continue reading Pasta with Peas and Ham