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With this delicious pasta dish, mint and peas work together to make a bright and flavorful sauce that goes perfectly with the tagliatelle. Putting this new spin on classic pasta recipes is fun.

Ingredients: 300g tagliatelle pasta. 200g fresh or frozen peas. 1 bunch fresh mint leaves. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 shallot, finely chopped. 50g Parmesan cheese, grated. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Cook the tagliatelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, saut until fragrant and translucent. Add the peas to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until they are heated through. Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly. Then transfer the pea mixture to a blender or food processor. Add fresh mint leaves and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency. Return the pea and mint sauce to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over low heat for a few minutes until warmed through. Add the cooked tagliatelle to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Serve the tagliatelle with mint and pea sauce hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh mint leaves if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

With this delicious pasta dish, mint and peas work together to make a bright and flavorful sauce that goes perfectly with the tagliatelle. Putting this new spin on classic pasta recipes is fun.

Ingredients: 300g tagliatelle pasta. 200g fresh or frozen peas. 1 bunch fresh mint leaves. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 shallot, finely chopped. 50g Parmesan cheese, grated. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Cook the tagliatelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, saut until fragrant and translucent. Add the peas to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until they are heated through. Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly. Then transfer the pea mixture to a blender or food processor. Add fresh mint leaves and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency. Return the pea and mint sauce to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over low heat for a few minutes until warmed through. Add the cooked tagliatelle to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Serve the tagliatelle with mint and pea sauce hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh mint leaves if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

With this delicious pasta dish, mint and peas work together to make a bright and flavorful sauce that goes perfectly with the tagliatelle. Putting this new spin on classic pasta recipes is fun.

Ingredients: 300g tagliatelle pasta. 200g fresh or frozen peas. 1 bunch fresh mint leaves. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 shallot, finely chopped. 50g Parmesan cheese, grated. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Cook the tagliatelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, saut until fragrant and translucent. Add the peas to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until they are heated through. Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly. Then transfer the pea mixture to a blender or food processor. Add fresh mint leaves and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency. Return the pea and mint sauce to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over low heat for a few minutes until warmed through. Add the cooked tagliatelle to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Serve the tagliatelle with mint and pea sauce hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh mint leaves if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

This hearty soup made in a slow cooker tastes like pizza and pasta, which is comforting. You can make this meal when you're busy and want to eat Italian food without all the work.

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled. 1 onion, diced. 1 green bell pepper, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes. 1 6 oz can tomato paste. 4 cups chicken broth. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1 teaspoon dried basil. 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme. 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 cups uncooked pasta such as rotini or penne. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine cooked Italian sausage, diced onion, diced bell pepper, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in uncooked pasta. Once pasta is cooked, sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the soup. Cover and let the cheese melt for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

This creamy pappardelle pasta dish with leeks and pancetta has a lot of great flavors. When you mix soft leeks, crispy pancetta, and smooth cream sauce, you get a comforting and filling meal.

Ingredients: 200g pappardelle pasta. 100g pancetta, diced. 2 leeks, thinly sliced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup heavy cream. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Salt and black pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Chopped parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Cook the pappardelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Add sliced leeks and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until leeks are softened, about 4-5 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the cooked pappardelle pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the creamy sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Experience the ultimate trifecta of flavor with this pasta recipe featuring a blend of ground beef, ground pork, and Italian sausage. The savory meat sauce pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients: 8 ounces ground beef. 8 ounces ground pork. 8 ounces Italian sausage. 1 onion, finely chopped. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes. 2 tablespoons tomato paste. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1 teaspoon dried basil. Salt and pepper to taste. 12 ounces pasta of your choice. Grated Parmesan cheese for serving.

Instructions: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, pork, and Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spoon. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside. Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, toss the cooked pasta with the sauce until evenly coated. Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your delicious trifecta meat blend pasta!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes