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Macaroni Salad

Deli Macaroni Salad

April 3, 2010

In my opinion, macaroni salad is part of the mayonnaise side salad trinity along with coleslaw and potato salad.   I cannot recall a deli, diner or family picnic that did not have one (or all) of these salads available.  My version is lightened with yogurt and includes a hint of mustard. The green pepper and [...]

Tagged as: cheddar, cheese, green pepper, macaroni, Pasta, recipes, red onion

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Pasta e Fagioli

Pasta e Fagiloli (Pasta and Bean Soup)

March 27, 2010

This hearty soup is really great for the winter.  I prefer a thick tomato based pasta e fagioli with a little bit of a kick.  This recipe is exactly that.  I love to eat it with parmesan, olive oil and some crusty bread.

Tagged as: Beans, Italian, Pasta, recipes, Soup, tomato

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Mac and Cheese

Tangy Mac and Cheese

March 23, 2010

Is there anything more diner than macaroni and cheese ?  The blue box people have made homemade mac and cheese a second class citizen.  I can’t even win the battle at home where my youngest still prefers the blue box over dad’s homemade mac.

Tagged as: cheddar, cheese, comfort food, macaroni, Pasta, recipes

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Pasta Carbonara Thumb

Pasta Carbonara

March 5, 2010

This has always been a favorite of mine.  It is not the healthiest of meals but it certainly qualifies as comfort food.  The traditional Italian dish is made with pancetta but pancetta was never readily available where I grew up so we always used American bacon. 
 

Tagged as: bacon, carbonara, eggs, Italian, parmesan, parsley, Pasta, recipes, spaghetti

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