Betty Crocker's Passion For Pasta
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With pasta, the possibilities are almost endless, from simple and cozy to elegant and sophisticated. It's something the whole family will eat, from toddlers to teenagers, and it's often quicker to make than waiting for the delivery man. With a food this versatile, it's just about impossible to go wrong! The only problem? Finding enough great pasta recipes! With Betty Crocker's New Pasta Cookbook, your pasta problems are solved -- easily, deliciously, and with an extra helping of creativity. Of course you'll find the classics here, such as spaghetti and meatballs -- and so much more. Enjoy an entire chapter devoted to fabulous lasagnas, rush to Pasta in a Pinch for dinners in 20 minutes -- or less& mdash; and sample new pasta twists, such as Fettuccine Carbonara with Prosciutto and Zucchini. Looking for low-fat fare? There's an entire chapter, with appealing choices such as Chicken Penne a la Marengo and Teriyaki Mushroom Noodles. Ready to move beyond tuna noodle casserole? Venture into the chapter on soups, stews and casseroles, for hearty meals -- Rigatoni Pizza Stew, Santa Fe Chicken-Tortellini Casserole, or Seafood Stew with Orzo. Want some cool ideas for pasta salads? Enjoy an entire chapter of salad recipes. And then there's entertaining -- pasta's the ticket! Treat your guests to Pasta Bundles with Chevre, Harvest Torte or Capellini with Lobster. Finally, learn how to make your own sauces -- even your own fresh pasta! Everything you'll ever want is right here -- terrific recipes, a great glossary, easy photographs to identify the many types of pasta, wonderful photographs of the recipes serving suggestions, and the scoop on ingredients. So put the water on to boil -- it's pasta tonight!
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Betty Crocker's A Passion for Pasta What's a hands-down winner with everyone and sits on almost every kitchen shelf? Pasta! The possibilities for cooking pasta are close to endless, from simple and cozy to elegant and sophisticated, and everyone in the family-from toddlers to teenagers-loves it. The only challenge? Finding enough great pasta recipes. Search no more-with Betty Crocker's A Passion for Pasta, you'll have more than 180 tempting recipes to make you pasta-happy. Craving the traditional? Try the chapter on Pasta Classics and New Twists. Savor Spaghetti and Meatballs, and then try branching out with Pacific Primavera. Need dinner in a hurry? Turn to Pasta in a Pinch and whip up great meals in 20 minutes or less, enjoying dishes such as Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp or Gorgonzola Linguine with Toasted Walnuts. Looking for hearty soups, stews and casseroles? There's a whole chapter of great recipes. And, for lasagna lovers, check out the chapter devoted to lasagna in its many forms-from roll-ups to terrific new flavor combinations, such as Mexican Fiesta Lasagna and Chicken Lasagna with Tarragon-Cheese Sauce. Do you think pasta is a fat trap? Think again! With a whole chapter of low-fat favorites, you can enjoy pasta on any eating plan. Then try out the inventive and delicious pasta salads here-they're not just for picnics anymore! And what could be a better choice for entertaining than an elegant pasta dish. Serve Chévre-Stuffed Pasta Purses or the Swiss Capellini Tart, and sit back and collect the compliments. Finally, you can learn how to make your own pastas and sauces from scratch. Create your own delicious matches-fresh Mushroom-Leek Pasta paired with homemade Fresh Tomato Sauce-or whatever combination strikes your fancy. With a complete glossary, photographs to identify pasta types, cooking tips, serving suggestions, do-ahead ideas and clever food substitution suggestions, this is the one book you'll need for pasta perfection. Visit Betty Crocker online at www.bettycrocker.com and Macmillan online at at www.mgr.com
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