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One-Pot Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

- recipes,dinner,food
- October 18, 2022
One-Pot Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

Your family with come clamouring to the table for this creamy one-pot pumpkin pasta concoction that's as short on cooking time as it is on ingredients
- toddler-food
- March 14, 2023
Irish ‘Flag’ Pasta and Veggie Platter

Arranging a platter of green and orange tidbits that everyone will enjoy is a fun and festive way to celebrate your Irish heritage or St. Patrick's Day with kids.
- recipes
- November 22, 2019
Sheet Pan Supper Recipe: Gnocchi with Tomatoes, Basil and Bocconcini Cheese

A sheet pan meal can be prepared ahead, covered and stored in the fridge until it’s time to cook. Just slide the pan into the oven when you're ready.
- food
- February 15, 2019
Easy Alfredo Pasta; 20 Minutes, 2 Pots

With this super-easy dish, you can serve the family dinner in under 30 minutes, and that means you are one step closer to bedtime. Hallelujah!
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- March 13, 2018
Tomatoes 5 Ways: One Week of Dinner Ideas

Life may be full of stressors but getting dinner on the table shouldn’t be one of them.
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- May 1, 2017
Orzo Risotto with Pancetta and Peas

This recipe belongs in the repertoire of every home cook, especially one with small children under foot.
- make-ahead
- January 30, 2017
4-Ingredient Meaty Lasagna

Once you know how beautifully lasagna works in the slow cooker, you may never use the oven again. Keeping a batch of Bolognese in the freezer at all times helps this dinner come together with just four simple ingredients and a few hours of time.
- No Category
- December 1, 2016
Does Your Child Eat a Lot of Pasta?

If your vegetarian daughter is anything like mine she loves her pasta.
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- March 6, 2018
Lasagna Wonton Cups

This is the easiest lasagna you will ever make.
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- September 19, 2016
Curly Kale, Corn and Tomato Fusilli

Whenever I think of pasta, my mind immediately turns to comfort food feasts of penne, rigatoni and spaghetti topped with slow cooked meaty sauces or a thick cheesy dressing that may or may not be accompanied by breadcrumbs and/or bacon.
- dinner
- May 25, 2016
Apple Beer Mac and Cheese

Sweet apples and hoppy beer add a new layer of complexity and flavour to an old favourite.
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- May 13, 2016
Nicoise Pasta

Here's what you should do when you don't know what to make for dinner. Think of a meal you like and then turn it into pasta. I don't know a
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- March 1, 2016
5 Fast & Fresh Pasta Recipes To Make Tonight

Our go-to pasta recipes for mid week meals
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- February 8, 2016
Healthier Slow Cooker Hamburger Helper

A healthier, homemade version of Hamburger Helper made completely in the slow cooker — yes, even the pasta! (And no, it's not mushy and overcooked!) Thank you to Reynolds and Socialstars for sponsoring this post — I'm proud to partner with some a
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- January 25, 2016
Mexican Macaroni

I feel confident that every family has a “fright night.” You know, the one that sees three people heading in four different directions, with dinner happening at various times for all involved. Our wildcard weekday is Thursday, and it looks a little someth
- toddler-food
- May 24, 2016
Cheesy Sweet Potato Shells

Serves 4
- food
- December 11, 2015
Farfalle, Chicken & Tomato Pasta Bake

Super simple, super delish
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- December 9, 2015
Farfalle, Chicken & Tomato Pasta Bake

Super simple, super delish
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- December 3, 2015
Farfalle, Chicken & Tomato Pasta Bake

Super simple, super delish
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- December 3, 2015
Hearty Pasta & Bean Soup

It'll keep you toasty warm
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- October 23, 2015
7 Satisfying Fall Pasta Dinners

A roundup of our favourite fall pasta dinners.
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- October 23, 2015
Three Ingredient Italian Sausage and Mushroom Bolognese

Three ingredients and under 30 minutes to dinner!
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- October 14, 2015
The Simple Pasta That Started It All

While one could easily assume that lasagna was the pasta that inspired my foray into the culinary world – after all, Garfield and I seem to have a lot in common when it comes to that
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- September 28, 2015
Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Having a hard time getting your little one to eat cauliflower and other veggies? Try this creamy gluten-free and dairy-free sauce on pasta, rice, meat, as a dip, or even soup.
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- September 23, 2015
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Why not add pasta to your chicken caesar?
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- September 2, 2015
One Pot Pasta Primavera

A creamy, veggie loaded one pot pasta that comes together easily in only one pot with only 7 ingredients! Now, maybe you all know already that I'm not a big fan of veggies.
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- August 28, 2015
5 Ways With Pasta Salad

5 creative ways to switch-up your pasta salad this summer
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- June 10, 2015
#OnePotDinner: Spanish Pasta

Don't you just love a dinner that only requires one pot to be cleaned? Honestly, washing dishes are the bane of my existence.
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- June 10, 2015
Grilled Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Grilled Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing
- food
- June 5, 2015
One Pot Sausage, Peppers & Pasta

One pot cooking recipe that takes so little time to make and tastes so good
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- May 29, 2015
One-Pot BBQ Chicken and Bacon Pasta

Smoky, cheesy, Barbecue Chicken Pasta that cooks all in one pot! Plus, bacon First of all, this pasta is totally amazing.
- food
- May 29, 2015
Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Bruschetta Pasta Salad - the perfect summer dish
- mom-101
- April 27, 2015
Friday Faves

Who's got exciting plans for the weekend? I'm off to Canmore again and hoping one of my friend's from high school will be joining me. It won't be a total girl's weekend as such, but I imagine there'll be a fair bit of 80s music and nachos in m
- food
- April 13, 2015
Chilled Noodle Salad with Ginger Wasabi Dressing

Chilled Noodle Salad with Ginger Wasabi Dressing
- food
- April 8, 2015
The Best Vegetarian Pasta Salad

Have you ever been to a church potluck? When I was a kid, I loved them. I remember the church potlucks specifically because our congregation had what seemed like a thousand people (probably less) a...
- food
- April 2, 2015
Sauteed Pasta with Vegetables

When I was in college, there was this great pasta bar in part of the larger cafeteria. There was an assortment of vegetables and a couple of types of pasta each day. And at the end of the long tables were servers with saute pans all ready to cook up the v
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- March 4, 2015
Garlic Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp

This recipe for Garlic Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp is quick and easy with very fresh and delicious tasting results your whole family will love.
- food
- February 19, 2015
RECIPE: One Pot Pasta

Making any pasta dish is almost fool-proof, but making a pasta all in just one pot takes 'fool-proof' to the next level.
- food
- January 12, 2015
Quick and Creamy Rotini with Broccoli and Mushrooms

Kid-friendly but adult-approved alternative to mac 'n cheese. This quick creamy rotini pasta dish is made with boursin cheese and tender-crisp veggies.
- food
- December 30, 2014
Slow Cooker Pizza Pasta

Comfort food is the best when the temps are cooler. And somehow the smell of food simmering in the slow cooker all day just adds to the cozy comfort of this Slow Cooker Pizza Pasta! Slow Cooker Pizza Pasta Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 4 hours
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- November 19, 2014
Pasta Carbonara With Bacon

Thank you Life Made Delicious for this fast and easy meal. Three days later we are still eating the leftovers, and I have packed some lunch-sized portions away in the freezer
- food
- November 10, 2014
Pumpkin Pasta with Ricotta and Sage

I no sooner fell in love with this recipe that it had to be banished from my repertoire.
- food
- October 29, 2014
Pasta with Scrambled Eggs and Cherry Tomatoes

If there was ever a day when I just wanted to curl up in the corner of my couch with a blanket it's today. Yesterday we spent the entire day pulling weeds and trying to tame the mess that is our backyard and now I am sore, sore and tired
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- October 27, 2014
Celebrate World Pasta Day with Delectable Homemade Ravioli

Pasta is unleavened dough formed into various shapes and boiled. Did you know that there are over 600 shapes of pasta and that their names describe their shapes? Spaghetti means cord, vermicelli means little worms
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- October 6, 2014
One Pan Smoked Maple Bacon and Four Cheese Pasta

Do you love One Pan meals? Me too! When you're in a rush this easy to make One Pan Smoked Maple Bacon and Four Cheese Pasta Recipe is perfect as a delicious main course
- food
- September 22, 2014
Crouching Turkey Hidden Veggie Pasta Sauce

I'm not ashamed to admit that I hide vegetables in my kids' food. And this flavourful bolognese is the best way to do it. Kid and adult-tested and approved!
- food
- September 19, 2014
The Best Bolognese

I've been batch cooking for the freezer in anticipation of a very busy fall. So far I've put away a few pounds of ground beef away in the form of sloppy Joe mix, chili, and Bolognese, because what could be more comforting in the middle of fall
- food
- September 17, 2014
Whole Wheat Bows With Strawberries, Balsamic and Mint

A unique and beautiful pasta salad that is full of delicious superfoods, sure to please at any potluck
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- August 20, 2014
Tomato Basil Pasta Salad

Looking for the perfect pasta salad for summer? We've got you covered with this healthy pasta salad which highlights some of the season's best.
- food
- August 5, 2014
My Summer Pasta Salad Obsession!

It's true, I am absolutely obsessed with pasta salad this summer. My go to has always been Pizza Pasta Salad. That'a a favorite and great to take on a picnic because there's no mayo
- food
- July 4, 2014
No-Cook Sicilian-Style Tomato Pasta Sauce

You don't even have to turn on the stove to make this super-flavourful No-Cook Sicilian-Style Tomato Pasta Sauce
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- June 30, 2014
EASY Creamy Chicken & Spinach Pasta

Sometimes I wish I had the Staples easy button in my kitchen. I would come home from work, press my easy button, and BAM! My dinner would be ready, complete with healthy veggies and fiber filled creations
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- June 23, 2014
Greek Pasta Salad

This super-simple summery side dish is perfect for barbecues and potlucks!
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- June 4, 2014
Recipe Success! One-Pot Pasta

Pasta in one pot? An easy, delicious meal with less mess
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- June 2, 2014
Creamy Chicken, Broccoli and Sundried Tomato Pasta

My mom is getting into the swing of sharing her secret authentic Italian recipes here on my blog. Since I'm her biggest fan, it's only natural that I'd want to share some of her best recipes.
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- May 29, 2014
Kale and Brussel Sprout Salad

Kale seems to be a leafy green that people either love or hate. I love Kale and find that eating it is a good way to curb my appetite for more carb dense foods (like my Garlic Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp). Kale is great cooked but I happen to love
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- May 13, 2014
Three-Pea One-Pot Pasta

Here's a quick one today, guys. Last night at 5:15pm I still didn't have a dinner plan in place. The kids were looking at me a little skeptically since I almost always know what I'm making for supper before I serve breakfast
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- April 1, 2014
One-Skillet Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta

This has all the components of successful dinner–one pot, pasta, chicken and it pairs lovely with a glass of red wine. Well, the last one really doesn't matter. Ok, it does
- food
- March 25, 2014
Pasta Shells Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Spinach, and BACON

This recipe sort of came about by accident. I was making the classic comfort food spinach and ricotta stuffed shells (don't worry, I will share that recipe another day) and as usual
- food
- March 24, 2014
Pasta Week: Tuna Casserole

Happy Monday! So, this is spring? Um… am I missing something? Like sunshine? Flowers? Sigh. This is an old post that got a snazzy new photo but it's also one of my favourite comfort foods: Tuna Casserole
- food
- March 12, 2014
Celebrating Noodles: Favourite Five

Are you loving I think this is the month that DH has been happiest to eat the preparations for. You see for the weeks before and the weeks during the month I sneak in as many recipes as possible
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- March 2, 2014
Dinner in 30: Green Pea Pasta

Dinner in 30: Green Pea Pasta. Faster than opening a jar of pasta sauce and warming it up. A bright green pasta the kids will love. Feta. Spinach. Green Peas.
- food
- February 28, 2014
Sausage and Kale Spaghetti

This sausage and kale spaghetti makes a healthy and easy weeknight dinner, but is fancy enough to serve to dinner guests too!
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- February 20, 2014
It’s Not the 90s But it is Roasted Vegetable Goat Cheese Pasta

Alright, yes, I know. This recipe has all the flavours of the 1990s. But I was a young bride in the 90s and I started making this dish then. It's too good to give up even though the trifecta
- food
- February 19, 2014
Spring Paparadelle

Ok, I'm officially desperate for spring. We got another 15 cm of snow last Friday and I could have cried. Alright, a little dramatic but you get the idea. The cure?
- food
- February 17, 2014
Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Cauliflower Mac & Cheese. Roasted cauliflower is added to the dish for an easy balanced meal.
- food
- February 15, 2014
Garlic Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp

This recipe for Garlic Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp is quick and easy with very fresh and delicious tasting results your whole family will love.
- food
- February 3, 2014
Dinner in 30: Fusilli with Mushrooms and Feta

Dinner in 30: Fusilli with Mushrooms and Feta. A pasta dish that can save Wednesday night. Quick, meatless, hearty.
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- January 13, 2017
How to Choose The Right Type of Pasta for Your Sauce

When it comes to choosing pasta, the sauce should dictate the shape you use, resulting in a more balanced meal. Here is a quick reference guide to choosing the right type of pasta for your sauce:
- food
- January 15, 2014
Pasta Carbonara With Bacon

Thank you Life Made Delicious for this fast and easy meal. Three days later we are still eating the leftovers, and I have packed some lunch-sized portions away in the freezer
- food
- December 16, 2013
Stuffed Pasta Shells with Ricotta and Spinach

The perfect dinner for a snowy winter weekend, stuffed pasta shells with ricotta and spinach. Warms your heart and your stomach.
- food
- November 4, 2013
EASY Creamy Chicken & Spinach Pasta

This pasta comes out creamy and tasting like it's going to cost you 1000 calories. But it doesn't, which my ass is very thankful for
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- October 24, 2013
Delicious One-Pot Tomato Chicken Pasta

You'd never serve this when you had friends over. But it's eeeeaasy and super yummy and it cooks up in a single pot
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- October 23, 2013
Chef Notes: Late Harvest Cavatappi

Pasta is always a winner in my house. No one ever complains, regardless of what's in it, and it's great for batch cooking. The leftovers can be sent with Al for lunch
- food
- October 21, 2013
Homemade Spelt Ravioli with Cheese

I'm just going to come clean here. I'm Italian and this is the first time I made homemade pasta. I hear you over there. Can you please stop laughing?
- food
- October 1, 2013
Chicken Bacon & Veggie Penne

Delicious pasta, in an incredible, yet easy sauce. Its all here. All the great flavors that go into a tasty pasta dish (hello, bacon!).
- food
- September 19, 2013
Pasta with Tuna, Garlic and Capers (Dairy-Free)

This is the meal that is so good and comes together so quickly
- food
- September 18, 2013
The Best and Easiest Tomato Sauce You Will Ever Make

Three-ingredient tomato sauce
- food
- September 4, 2013
Zucchini and Squash on Pasta with Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce

A delicious recipe that uses summer squash
- food
- August 26, 2013
Fresh Kale and Feta Pasta

Use any green for this delicious pasta recipe
- No Category
- April 12, 2016
Cooking with Kids

Our guest blogger shares tips on getting your kids in the kitchen and cooking as a family.
- food
- August 12, 2013
The Real Best Pasta Salad Ever (Not Gloppy, Runny, or Soggy)

Great for entertaining or for yourself
- food
- June 4, 2013
Spinach Turkey & Ricotta Pasta

A healthy(ish) take on comfort food
- home
- May 13, 2013
The Real Reasons You’ve Failed at Organizing

How to tackle that junk drawer
- toddler-food
- June 30, 2016
Pasta with Broccoli and Toasted Bread Crumbs
- food
- November 2, 2012
Pasta with Garlicky Kale, Fried Eggs and Cornbread Crumbs

I cooked down the kale with olive oil and garlic, and tossed it with pasta and more oil, some saved starchy pasta water, the grated heel of a chunk of grizzly Gouda, and topped each bowl with cornbread crumbs and a marigold-yolked egg
- food
- October 2, 2012
Penne with Ham, Mushrooms & Peas

This penne – so easy, so cheesy – and a great use of leftover ham.
- food
- September 27, 2012
The long and the short of it.

My husband doesn't understand this part of me that needs to match the sauce to the pasta. *Yes*, it does make a difference to the taste.
- family
- June 30, 2016
Cheesy Pasta with Squash and Bacon
- food
- August 27, 2012
Lemon Garlic Spaghetti

My husband was on vacation the last two weeks and took over the kitchen. This was a mixed blessing. On the plus side, he's a damn fine cook.
- food
- July 9, 2012
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad is the "in" dish and it's relatively easy to make.
- food
- June 27, 2012
Nonna’s Pasta

Looks meaty and delish!
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- June 20, 2012
Aloha

I made the girls' weekly batch of Pastina. This is still a favourite in our house.
- food
- May 17, 2012
You Only Live Once: Chicken Carbonara

I firmly believe that if you eat well 90% of the time, the other 10%, you can pretty much gorge on indulge in life's most delicious foods.
- home
- April 25, 2012
Bored of Pasta and Tomato Sauce? Try This Recipe!

It's Spring (at least sometimes) and I'm in the mood to cook with bright green vegetables!
- food
- February 8, 2012
Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Bowties with Chicken and Mozzarella Cheese.

This is another super duper easy and yummy dinner that I make every once in a while. I love it because it doesn't involve a lot of prep, and most of the ingredients are already around the house.
- eatsavvy
- July 4, 2016
OK for Kale
- 15-minute
- July 4, 2016
Pasta with Kale, Cheese and Black Pepper

Every Mom needs a back-pocket recipe that's both quick and wholesome, this pasta dish fits the bill perfectly.
- food
- January 13, 2012
Cheesy Pasta with Squash and Bacon

Although I could probably cook all day long for the holidays and still think of plenty of seasonal goodies to make, the reality is I have a family that still needs to eat dinner every night. So while it would be nice to do nothing but bake cookies and mak
- family
- July 6, 2016
Chicken & Cranberry Pasta

Serves 4–6