Bourbon Street Mardi Gras Pasta

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 Corinthians 5:7

[7] for we walk by faith, not by sight.

1 link andouille sausage, thin sliced ( I like Tony Chachere’s

1/2 link smoked sausage, thin sliced 

1 c Rotisserie chicken breast, chopped 

1 T butter

1 shallot, chopped 

1/8 celery, chopped 

1/4 c red bell pepper

1/8 c Leeks, sliced

3 T Roasted garlic 

1/2 t Cajun seasoning

1/2 T smoked paprika

1 T sugar

1/2 t white pepper

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc 

1 jar Alfredo sauce

1/4 c milk

Fettuccine or Angel Hair pasta, cooked set aside, reserve 1/4 c pasta water

10 Argentinian Red frozen shrimp

1/2 t lemon zest

Cook pasta al dente 

Reserve 1/4 c pasta water

In a large skillet, cook sausages and chicken until lightly browned

Remove meats from the pan and set aside

Add butter to skillet 

Cook all veggies and seasonings together

Reduce heat to low and stir in wine

Add Alfredo sauce and milk

Add zest

Simmer

Add pasta to the sauce along with reserved pasta water

Toss gently until pasta is evenly coated

Add shrimp and meats to sauce

Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes on medium heat 

Enjoy with French Bread

Roasted Balsamic Fresh Tomato Pasta

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 111:1

    [1]  Praise the LORD!

    I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart,

        in the company of the upright, in the congregation.

2 lbs tomato slices (I used Campari and large tomato mix

1/4 c olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 t Sugar

1 T Italian herbs

Pinch Red pepper flakes 

2 T Balsamic vinegar 

2 T Roasted Garlic 

Heat oven to 450 degrees

Place parchment on sheet pan

Add tomatoes

Season tomatoes 

Drizzle with Balsamic and oil

Roast 25 minutes 

Add tomatoes to cooked pasta 

Add cheese

Toss 

Serve

 

Two Pepper Lemon Chicken and Spinach Pappardelle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John 8:23-24

[23] He said to them, “You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world. [24] I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe that I am he you will die in your sins.”

8 oz pkg Pappardelle nest, cook al dente, drain and set aside( reserve 1 c pasta water)

1 shredded Rotisserie chicken breast

1/2 c mascarpone 

2 T fresh lemon juice

2 T olive oil

2 T Dried thyme 

1 t dry chicken base

1 c Parmesan 

1 t coarse Kosher salt

1 t white pepper

1 t black pepper 

2 c spinach 

1/2 c chopped Leeks

1 T roasted garlic 

1/2 c Half and half 

1/4 Sauvignon Blanc 

1 c pasta water 

Sauté garlic and Leeks in olive oil until tender

Add wine, lemon juice, mascarpone and seasoning

Sauté 3 minutes 

Add pasta water, half and half, chicken and spinach 

Sauté 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened , add cheese 

Cut off heat

Using tongs, swirl in pasta

Serve with salad and bread

Chicken Meatball Spinach Manicotti covered with Parmesan Cream

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 51:1-4

Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God

To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet went to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba.

    [1] Have mercy on me, O God,

        according to your steadfast love;

    according to your abundant mercy

        blot out my transgressions. 

    [2] Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity,

        and cleanse me from my sin!

    [3] For I know my transgressions,

        and my sin is ever before me. 

    [4] Against you, you only, have I sinned

        and done what is evil in your sight,

    so that you may be justified in your words

        and blameless in your judgment.

1 pkg manicotti shells

Boiled 4 minutes in salty water, drained and set on parchment to cool

Reserve 1/4 c pasta water

Meat sauce

3 T butter

1 Leek, sliced  

2 T roasted Garlic 

1/2 t sugar

1/2 t Calabrian peppers, mashed

1/4 c fennel bulb, diced

Salt and pepper

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc 

1 T fresh lemon juice

10 chicken Meatballs 

Sauté all veggies, all seasonings and peppers in butter

Add Meatballs, mashing into bits and cook until done

Add ricotta 

Turn off heat and stir until ricotta is melted

15 oz full fat ricotta 

2 c mozzarella 

Parmesan Cream

2 T butter

1 c heavy cream

1 c Parmesan  

1/8 c mascarpone 

1/4 c pasta water

1/2 t cracked black pepper 

Simmer until thickened 

Set aside

Using kitchen shears, cut down one side of manicotti 

Stuff with 2-3 T of meat sauce

Place open side down on a non stick sprayed 13x9 pan

It will take 2 pans

Using a ladle, spoon Parmesan Cream over each manicotti

Cover each manicotti with 

Shredded Mozzarella 

 

Bake preheated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes 

Serve and enjoy

Calabrian Hot Chili Chicken Pasta

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ephesians 2:20-22

[20] built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, [21] in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. [22] In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit.

 

 

2 c Rotisserie chicken breast, shredded

2 t clarified butter

1 /4 c sliced Onion

2 T roasted Garlic

1/2 t Cajun seasoning 

Salt to taste

1/4 c Bell peppers 

1 t chicken base seasoning 

Pinch of red pepper flakes 

1/2 t mashed Calabrian peppers 

1 c spreadable Cream cheese 

1-1/2 c Milk

1/2 c pasta water

4 oz Angel Hair Pasta reserve 1/2 c pasta water, set aside

 

Saute veggies and seasonings in clarified butter. Add chicken.

Add cream cheese and melt.

Add milk and pasta water.

Saute then add pasta.

 

 

Green Goddess Chicken and Pasta

 

 

 

Psalm 35:27-28

    [27] Let those who delight in my righteousness

        shout for joy and be glad

        and say evermore,

    “Great is the LORD,

        who delights in the welfare of his servant!” 

    [28] Then my tongue shall tell of your righteousness

        and of your praise all the day long.

An ej original recipe!

3 T Clarified butter

1 c Onions, sliced thin 

1 c Mushrooms, chopped 

2 T Roasted garlic

1/2 t sugar

3 T Green Goddess dry seasoning 

Salt and pepper to taste

Sauté veggies and seasonings

Add sauce ingredients 

 

Sauce

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc 

1/4 c Heavy cream

1/2 c mascarpone 

1/4 c water

Simmer and let sauce reduce 

Add chicken

Add cooked pasta

Add toppings

Fettuccine or Angel Hair, cook and set aside

Topping 

Snipped scallions and fresh parsley 

Sam's club has Green Goddess seasoning or you can make your own

Green Goddess dry seasoning 

Grind these ingredients 

1 t Dried onions

1 t Dried garlic

1/2 t Salt

1/2 t black Pepper

1 t Dried green onion powder 

1 t Dried Spinach powder

1 t Dried lemon powder

1 t Dried parsley

1 t dried chives

1 t dried basil

1 t dried Dill

1/2 t tarragon 

Mix 

Easy Quick Delicious Shrimp Scampi

 

 

 

Psalm 10:4

    [4] In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him;

        all his thoughts are, “There is no God.”

An ej original recipe!!

1 lb Cleaned medium or large Shrimp ( I used frozen)

8 oz Angel Hair or Thin spaghetti noodles cook and set aside

2 T olive oil

2 T butter

1/4 t red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper to taste 

1/2 t Thyme 

1/2 t Parsley

1/2 t Rosemary 

1/2 t Oregano

1 t sugar

1 T Roasted garlic 

1/4 c shallots, diced

1/4 c Leeks, sliced thin 

1/2 c mushrooms, chopped small

Add butter and oil to large skillet 

Heat, add pepper flakes, herbs, salt and pepper, sugar and veggies

Sauté on medium 

Using tongs, add shrimp 

Just cook until shrimp are pink on both sides

Remove to bowl 

1/2 of a lemon juice 

1/2 c Sauvignon Blanc

1 T mascarpone 

1/2 c 3 cheese Italian blend

Add lemon juice, wine, mascarpone and cheese

Reduce for 3-4 minutes 

Add shrimp back

Cut heat off 

Add pasta

Chicken Broccolini Rigatoni in Parmesan and Mozzarella Sauce

Isaiah 30:18

 Will Be Gracious

    [18] Therefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you,

        and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you.

    For the LORD is a God of justice;

        blessed are all those who wait for him.

 

2 c cooked rigatoni cooked al dente and set aside, reserve 1 c pasta water

2 c shredded Rotisserie breast, set aside

2 c broccolini cleaned and part of stems removed, set aside

3 T clarified butter

1/2 c chopped onions

1/4 c chopped Leeks 

2 T roasted garlic

1 t Chicken base seasoning 

1 T rinsed capers

1 t Trader Joe's soffritto 

Stir fry in clarified butter until veggies are tender and add chicken 

Next add the following ingredients 

1 c chicken stock

1 c evaporated milk

1 c warm pasta water with 3 T flour whisked in

Simmer until it starts to thicken

Add drained rigatoni 

Next add the cheese

1 c grated Mozzarella 

1 c grated Parmesan 

Simmer until cheeses melt 

Serve with garlic bread

Tinfoil Chicken and Pasta

 

 

 

Psalm 119:160

    [160] The sum of your word is truth,

        and every one of your righteous rules endures forever.

An ej original recipe!

Double layer of heavy duty tin foil

Sheet pan 

Set aside

2 c Rotisserie chicken breast, shredded 

2 c left over cooked pasta shells or bow tie 

Sauce

1/4 c spreadable cream cheese

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc 

1/4 c chicken stock

1/2 stick melted butter

2 T roasted mashed garlic

1 Diced Shallot

1/2 lemon, juiced

1 t sugar

3 T Italian three cheese blend 

Pinch salt and pepper 

Mix well

Add chicken and pasta to foil

Pour sauce over chicken and pasta

Seal 

Bake 350 in air Fryer for 20-25 minutes 

Boars Head Pepperoni Pasta Salad in a Jar

Psalm 119:81

Kaph

    [81] My soul longs for your salvation;

        I hope in your word.

An ej original recipe!!

Makes 4 qt size wide mouth jars

1/2 box of bow tie Pasta, salted, cooked al dente(9 minutes) set aside to cool

Salad dressing of your choice

I make my own (recipe per each jar)

1/8 c Olive Garden Italian 

1/2 t capers

1/2 t Caper juice

1/4 t Honey

1 t Mayo

1/4 t salt

1/4 t coarse black pepper 

Layers from bottom up

Salad dressing

English cucumber (chopped)

Sweet onion( sliced thin)

Cooked Pasta around 1c per each jar

1/4 c baby Arugula and baby spinach torn

2 T fine grated Parmesan 

1 medium carrot, grated

20 large slices of Boars Head Pepperoni stacked and chopped (divide between 4 jars

Another 1/4 c spinach and Arugula greens 

Shake jar before serving!

Will keep 5 days in fridge