Many of us will be busy making preparations for tomorrow's Thanksgiving meal. We usually opt for a meal to preface the big day that is not heavy or complicated to throw together. After a day of baking pies, prepping the turkey, etc., we don't want to add yet another major food prepartion to our schedule. These are interesting ways to enjoy a quick pasta meal. A salad on the side would complete it and there is no rule that says you can't add a sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of chili flakes to the meal.
Buttered Poppy Seed Noodles
16 ounces spaghetti
1/2 stick butter (margarine won't work as well here.)
2-3 tablespoons poppy seeds
Salt & pepper to taste.
Prepare your pasta to taste. Drain thoroughly and place back into warm pot. Melt the butter and add the poppy seeds. Simmer very slightly for a moment or two to blend flavors. Pour over the pasta, toss gently and serve.
Walnut-Garlic Pasta16 ounces spaghetti
2 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves fresh garlic, diced
½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Salt & pepper to taste.
While your pasta is cooking, melt the butter with the olive oil. Throw in the garlic and cook gently until softened. Toss with the chopped walnuts, cooking two or three minutes longer. Be careful not to burn the butter/oil mixture. Pour over now cooked and drained spaghetti, mix together and serve. A crisp, green salad goes well with this. And there is always your fresh bread to consider!
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