There is something about the flavor combo of fresh tomatoes and basil. Combined with creamy cheese in a flaky crust, basil tomato pie is bright, savory and delicious!
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Chicken Pasta Salad
It is so helpful to have a great tasting salad in your repertoire for those times you need a potluck food, tasty lunch entree, cookout side dish or a tasty dinner. Chicken Pasta Salad is a hearty and complete meal in itself packing a lot of flavor in every bite.Continue Reading
Shaela’s Caprese Bow Tie Pasta Salad
How many kids do you know that pack food ingredients when they come for a summertime visit to their grandparents home? Along with her clothes, personal belongings and a summer reading book, Shaela brought bow tie pasta, fresh Mozzarella and a list of other ingredients she would need from my garden and the market. Caprese Pasta Salad was a hit when she made it for her family back home and she was so excited to make a special dinner for her PopPop and I.Continue Reading
Pasta Pesto and Peas
You may be thinking Pasta Pesto and Peas sounds Italian. And you’d be right. Pesto is a sauce originating in Genoa, the capital city of Liguria, Italy. The ancient Romans used to eat a similar paste called moretum, which was made by crushing garlic, salt, cheese, herbs, olive oil and vinegar together.Continue Reading