Linguine with Shrimp and Pesto

This must’ve come from a TV show profiling a particular chef. I don’t see how I could do the steps in order while the linguine is cooking, being sure to be done with everything else before draining the linguine. I would have to set it up with all measuring and prep work such as peeling… Continue reading Linguine with Shrimp and Pesto

Linguine with Chicken in Peanut Sauce

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast1 can (14.5 ounces) chicken broth2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons dry white wine (or water)1 tablespoon cornstarch1/8 – ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper½ cup peanut butter1 tablespoon peanut oil or cooking oil2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon grated ginger root1 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings 1 pound linguine,… Continue reading Linguine with Chicken in Peanut Sauce

Peanut-Sesame Noodles

1 pound linguine or lo mein¾ cup smooth peanut butter1/3 cup chicken broth +1/3 cup water¼ cup rice wine vinegar2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons Asian dark sesame oil2 teaspoons fresh ginger, chopped½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 tablespoons sesame seeds2 scallions, sliced diagonally Cook linguine, then drain and plunge… Continue reading Peanut-Sesame Noodles

Cold Peanut Noodle Salad

This is the convenience-food version of the cold peanut noodles where everything is already done for you except cooking the linguine and being competent to toss noodles together with stuff. 12 ounces linguine¾ cup bottled peanut sauce1 bag (5 ounces) baby Asian salad greenschopped honey-roasted peanuts, if desired Cook pasta according to package directions. Before… Continue reading Cold Peanut Noodle Salad

Linguine with Spinach Pesto

Click on Spaghetti with Sichuan Sauce and Other Ideas for links to other simple recipes like this one. Sauce ingredients:1 ½ cups fresh spinach leaves1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese,1/3 cup shelled walnuts1/3 cup boiling water2 cloves garlic1 teaspoon salt Hot, freshly cooked linguine In a blender or food processor, purée all sauce ingredients; toss… Continue reading Linguine with Spinach Pesto

Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein

1 cup low-sodium beef broth3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon cornstarch¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes1 large head broccoli, cut into florets½ pound whole-grain linguine2 tablespoons vegetable oil½ pound flank steak, cut into ¼"-thick slices1 large green pepper, thinly sliced1 can (8 ounces) chopped water chestnuts, drained In a small bowl,… Continue reading Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein