2.23.2008

30 Days::Day 8 (and a recipe to boot!)

I just made me some of the best tasting pasta I think I have ever had. It was gooooooooooood. I have always wanted to post a recipe on this blog because I do a lot of eating and a lot of experimenting with yummy entrees...and this one? Well...I think it is totally post worthy.
I made a few modifications on the original recipe, like using fresh ingredients instead of canned or jarred, so I will just post it as I made it.
I would have included a picture of the deliciousness, but it doesn't look like anything spectacular on a plate and I really haven't figured out how to make food look good in a picture. So...this picture of my plant Zeke will have to do. He has followed me through many moves and transitions over the past 7 years and he deserves a little recognition. Plus...plants and sunlight are always a good combination, aren't they?
Southwestern Pasta for Two
4 oz dried pasta (such as wagon wheel or penne)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp olive oil
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
about 3 Tbsp oil-packed sun dried tomatoes, julienne style
1/4 cup dry sherry (or chicken broth or veg broth)
2-3 tsp. finely chopped jalapeno chile pepper
2 Tbsp snipped fresh basil
2 Tbsp snipped fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; cover and keep warm. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook garlic in hot oil for one minute. Add chopped jalapeno pepper* and cook for another 3 minutes. Add fresh tomatoes, dried tomatoes, sherry, parsley and basil. (I also added some Italian seasoning for good measure).
2. Bring to boiling;reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir pasta into tomato mixture and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.
*I was a little more generous with the jalapeno pepper as well...cause I like-a the spice!
A perfect blend of southwestern spice and traditional Italian.
Eat it up, yum!!

4 comments:

Debbie said...

That looks yummy! I am always looking for more recipes. I am loving seeing new posts everyday again!

cassie said...

yum, yum! i think i will try it out soon!

PixieDust said...

mmmmmmmmm... sounds yummy - this is a definite must make - thanks! I love the spice I eat jalapenos with almost every dish hee,hee...

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(((HUGS)))!

Cory said...

It does sound yummy! I think I need to try this too!