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Tuscan Chicken Pasta Delight This comforting Tuscan Chicken Pasta Delight features tender chicken and vibrant spinach enveloped in a creamy sauce, all baked to perfection with a cheesy topping. Ingredients 5 cups short pasta (340-390 grams) penne, fusili or similar 1 tablespoon oil 1 lb boneless skinless chicken (about 2-3 fillets or 6 thighs) salt and pepper Pasta Sauce: ¼ cup butter ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes drained and chopped 2-3 cloves garlic minced 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ½ teaspoon dried oregano ? – ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons flour 1 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth 1 ½ cups heavy cream ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2 cups chopped fresh spinach Pasta Bake 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese Instructions Lightly grease one 9×13? baking dish or two 8×8? baking dishes. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F if cooking right away. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, drain, and place in the baking dish. Make the pasta sauce by heating a large skillet over medium-high heat and adding the oil. Cut the chicken into ½ – ¾" pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through (about 5-6 minutes). Transfer the chicken to the baking dish with the pasta. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sun dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the flour until absorbed, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the broth and cream until combined and smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the mixture is slightly thickened. Stir in the ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and spinach, then pour this sauce over the pasta and chicken in the baking dish. Stir to combine. Top the mixture with mozzarella and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. If storing for later, follow the directions below; otherwise, cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly. Broil to brown the cheese if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Crock Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta Delight Enjoy a creamy and cheesy chicken pasta dish made effortlessly in your crock pot. Perfect for busy days! Ingredients: 3 chicken fillets 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of mushroom soup ½ onion (diced) 2 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp Italian seasoning 4 oz cream cheese (diced) 2 cups shredded cheddar 1 (16 oz) package spaghetti Instructions: Add chicken fillets, diced tomatoes with green chiles, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, diced onion, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning to your crock pot. Set the crock pot to cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it and return it to the pot. Stir in the diced cream cheese and shredded cheddar, cooking for an additional 20-30 minutes until everything is melted and creamy. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Once done, mix the cooked spaghetti with the contents of the crock pot. Serve hot and enjoy!

French Onion Beef Pasta Delight This comforting dish combines tender beef stew meat with rich flavors of French onion soup and creamy cheese, all tossed with egg noodles for a satisfying meal. Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Pound Beef Stew Meat 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder Salt & Pepper, to taste 1 10.5 Ounce Can French Onion Soup 3 Cups Beef Broth 12 Ounces Egg Noodles 1 Cup Sour Cream 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese 1 Cup French Fried Onions Instructions: Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the Beef: Add the beef stew meat and season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the beef is seared on all sides. Simmer with Soup and Broth: Add the French onion soup and beef broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and let the beef cook on low for 10 minutes. Cook the Noodles: Add the egg noodles to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender. Add Dairy: Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the sour cream and Parmesan cheese. Serve: Sprinkle with French fried onions as desired before serving. Serving Suggestions: Enjoy this hearty dish as a main course for a comforting dinner. Pair with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Sausage and Pepper Pasta Delight This flavorful pasta dish combines the hearty goodness of Italian sausage with vibrant bell peppers and a rich tomato sauce for a comforting meal. Ingredients 250 g (8.8 oz) pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 400 g (1 lb) Italian sausage, casings removed, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 medium onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons tomato paste 200 ml (1 cup) chicken stock 1 x 400 g (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 30 g ( 1/3 cup) grated Parmesan Instructions Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it generously and cook the pasta al dente according to the instructions on the package. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, deep pan or a Dutch oven and fry the sausage for 4-5 minutes over medium heat until browned, crumbling it with your spoon as it cooks. Add the onion and sliced bell peppers and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies soften. Stir in the garlic, red chilli flakes and Italian seasoning and continue to cook for another minute. Next, add the tomato paste, chicken stock and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine, then simmer on low-medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss well. Stir in the grated Parmesan, season to taste and serve immediately, sprinkled with some extra grated Parmesan if you like.

Sausage and Spinach Pasta Delight A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for a cozy dinner. Ingredients 1 lb. Italian Sausage 1 small onion finely chopped 3 cloves garlic minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon crushed rosemary 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 12 ounces uncooked penne or 2 packages of precooked microwaveable pasta, 8.5 oz each 3/4 cup chicken broth 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream 2/3 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for topping 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes julienne cut packed in oil drained 4-5 cups baby spinach Salt and pepper to taste Instructions On medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for 3-4 minutes, crumbling the meat as it cooks. Add the onion and continue cooking until the sausage is browned and the onions are soft, another few minutes. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the garlic, oregano, fennel seeds, black pepper, rosemary, thyme leaves, and crushed red pepper, cooking for 1 minute. Remove the sausage mixture and keep warm. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions and drain well. If using pre-cooked pasta, wait until the sauce has reduced before microwaving. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and scrape up any brown bits. Pour in the heavy cream, bring to a boil, and reduce by half on a low simmer (about 10 minutes). Turn the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Continue cooking until the cheese is melted and the spinach is wilted. Add the sausage mixture and pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Top with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Notes Make ahead: Cook sausage, onion, and herb mixture and refrigerate. Reduce broth and whip cream mixture and refrigerate. Rewarm the sausage mixture in the microwave when ready to finish the recipe. Pour cream sauce into a large skillet, return to a low simmer, and proceed with the recipe, adding Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach before adding pasta and sausage.

Sausage and Pepper Pasta Delight This flavorful pasta dish combines the hearty goodness of Italian sausage with vibrant bell peppers and a rich tomato sauce for a comforting meal. Ingredients 250 g (8.8 oz) pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 400 g (1 lb) Italian sausage, casings removed, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 medium onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon red chilli flakes 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons tomato paste 200 ml (1 cup) chicken stock 1 x 400 g (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 30 g (? cup) grated Parmesan Instructions Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it generously and cook the pasta al dente according to the instructions on the package. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, deep pan or a Dutch oven and fry the sausage for 4-5 minutes over medium heat until browned, crumbling it with your spoon as it cooks. Add the onion and sliced bell peppers and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies soften. Stir in the garlic, red chilli flakes and Italian seasoning and continue to cook for another minute. Next, add the tomato paste, chicken stock and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine, then simmer on low-medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss well. Stir in the grated Parmesan, season to taste and serve immediately, sprinkled with some extra grated Parmesan if you like.

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