Pastas recipes

Fried Pasta

So what do you do when you have too much leftover pasta? Fried pasta! Fried noodle cakes are popular in a number of cuisines, particularly in Asian…

Spinach and Ricotta Balls - Gnudis

I've been looking for tasty ways to cook spinach and wild greens because they are so healthful. This one is…

Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

Everyone will thank you for this one make double if you have big eaters this has never failed me .... This is a very heavy, creamy filling side…

German Spaetzle

Spaetzle (SPETZ-LAY) is a traditional, and very popular German noodle. It's excellent to use in place of egg noodles. In Bavaria, where my family…

Macaroni salad

Hawaiian Macaroni salad

Gorgonzola-Sauced Pasta

Four Cheese Italian Macaroni

Super Easy Macaroni Salad

This is one of my kids' favorite dishes. It is super easy to make and quick. I often take it for pot lucks at church and it has become a favorite…

Couscous Salad with Black Beans, Mushrooms and Corn

This recipe sounds a little odd, but it tastes great. We served it under a simple broiled salmon with…

Orzo and Zucchini Salad

Another Great Salad to have on a hot Summers day. With Orzo Noodles and Veggies, it Goes Great with everything

Mushroom, Lemon Orzo

So delicious and easy! Always a crowd pleaser! Oh, and the recipe makes a ton!

Super Easy Cheesy Macaroni

My own rendition of an old time favorite. My kids love this recipe. It is not for health conscious people as it does include lots of cheese and…

Basic Noodle Bake, Additions Welcomed

Yummy comfort food casserole to which you can add what you'd like, e.g., early peas, broccoli, tuna, ham bits,…

Fannie Farmer's Mac and Cheese Updated

From the 40s, her delicious recipe for mac and cheese. Take the time to buy block cheese and shred it…

Macaroni and slaw salad

This recipe comes from my Taste of Home cookbook. It is a delicious, easy to make and my go to salad recipe for potlucks.