So happy that I stumbled across this gem of a recipe while reading Food Network Magazine. Katie Lee posted this recipe after a trip to the Amalfi Coast. It is so simple, quick, and absolutely delicious. It is just a few ingredients; pasta, zucchini, parmesan, pecorino, olive oil, basil, and garlic. Really all of the…
Mini Menu Meals
Roasted Garlic Pasta Salad
So, this girl does not like pasta salad. My husband, loves it. I hate it. I’ve tried the little elbow macaroni pasta salads that you get at delis a thousand times, and they are just not for me. I think it is because I won’t eat unflavored mayonnaise. I’m weird. So, I’ve been searching…
Spaghetti all’Amatriciana
Spaghetti all’amarticiana is by far my favorite pasta of all time. It just doesn’t get any better than pork, tomato, red pepper flakes, garlic, and pecorino cheese. They are just some of the best things on Earth, and they blend together beautifully in this delectable sauce. The first time I had all’amatriciana (ama-tree-chi-ana) it was…
Thai Coconut Curry
I sure am a sucker for coconut curries. They are so savory, spicy, and comforting. I made this curry with fresh fish, but you could substitute chicken, shrimp, or just more vegetables! It’s a quick and easy meal for any week night! Here are the ingredients I used, but you can sub any veggies…
Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti Carbonara is a gift from the gods! It is so good! As a bonus, it only has about 5 ingredients (not counting salt and pepper). You can whip it together in under twenty and it is sooo satisfying. You can also substitue zoodles for a healthier, veggie based meal! I originally learned how to make…
I'm a country girl at heart. I tried living in the city and it just didn't work. Welcome to my ramblings as a teacher and wife. 
