Cavatappi Pomodoro Recipes

PASTA POMODORO RECIPE

Steps:

• Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 1 tsp. drippings in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towels.
• Add onions to reserved drippings; cook and stir on medium heat 5 min. Stir in garlic; cook 1 min. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and crushed pepper; simmer 5 to 6 min. or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
• Drain pasta; return to pan. Crumble bacon. Add to pasta with sauce; toss to coat. Spoon onto platter; top with cheese and basil.

CARRABBA'S CAVATAPPI AMATRICIANA (SIDE DISH PASTA)

Steps:

• Cook cavatappi according to package directions; drain.
• Saute onions, garlic, and red pepper flakes in olive oil over medium heat till onions are soft and translucent.
• Add white wine and cook till nearly evaporated.
• Stir in tomatoes with their juice till slightly thickened (3-5 minutes).
• Taste, and add salt and pepper as desired.
• Mix into cooked cavatappi.
• Toss with cheese.
• Add cooked pancetta (optional).

CHICKEN-PESTO CAVATAPPI WITH PARMESAN

Steps:

• Cook chicken and mushrooms in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 6 to 7 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently.
• Mix cream cheese spread, milk and pesto sauce until blended. Add to skillet; cook and stir 2 min. or until heated through.
• Stir in pasta and tomatoes; top with Parmesan.