As much as we all love to be Pinterest perfectionists and domestic goddesses, there are going to be those nights where we just don't have time to cook the most delicious meal ever served AND clean the mess up. Tonight I found myself in a pinch for time, and this meal was PERFECT. No, it's not the most succulent pasta I've ever had, but it was good, creamy, and satisfying. (Who doesn't love some good, plain comfort food every now and then?!) The salad was delicious, simple, and refreshing. All in all, the husband said it's a keep-on-hand for those busy nights. I thought it was on the plain side, but he actually really liked it that way (probably really good for kids/picky eaters). You can play with the recipe and make it your own. We plan on adding a few things the next times we cook it and seeing if we can put our own flare on it. But for now, here are the bones of this easy peasy meal.....
Pasta Ingredients:
1. 1 package (16oz) Bowtie Pasta
2. 1/2 cup butter
3. 1 cup whipping cream
4. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan (probably best if you grate your own. doesn't mix that well when it's pre grated)
5. 1 packet Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix
*Directions:
Cook Pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pot. Add butter and mix until the butter has all melted. Add cream and Parmesan. Mix well. Add seasoning packet and mix again. Serve right away while it is creamy and hot! (Top with extra parmesan cheese if desired)
Salad Ingredients:
1. baby spinach
2. 3-4 plum tomatoes, diced
3. 1 clove garlic, crushed
4. 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
5. 1/2 tbsp olive oil
6. salt and pepper
*Directions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl. You can serve it over a salad of baby spinach, like I did (no dressing needed!) Or, you can serve it on top of toasted bread/crostinis, or even on top of some regular cooked pasta if you are avoiding the creamy white sauce.
Sorry about the blurry pic... we added a little parmesan to the top of the salad as well! This was before it was stirred... you definitely want to stir it up to get the best taste!
Quick picture of my plate before I devoured its contents!
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