Orzo is one of our favorite pasta shapes because of how versatile it is. You can boil it like pasta, use it as a stand-in for rice, or cook it like risotto. Here in this cheesy kale orzo recipe, we opt for the creamy risotto method, then top it with crunchy herbed bread crumbs for […]

One of our favorite Italian-American pasta sauces, vodka sauce, just got a super-tasty touch of fall flair with the addition of pumpkin and sage! Pumpkin fanatics: This spin really hits the spot. A nice pour of vodka emphasizes the sweet pumpkin and tomato flavors in this richly flavored cream sauce. But don’t worry, most of […]

We say the more, the merrier when it comes to classic Italian minestrone soup. Sure, typically that’s in reference to lots and lots of vegetables, but we took it a different direction and added a touch of creaminess, plus cheese-filled tortellini. The simmered melody of vegetables in this soup tastes equally phenomenal when the vegetables are […]

You might be thinking:pumpkin + lasagna? Before you brush this fall dinner aside, hear us out. Pumpkin works perfectly in many savory recipes (our pumpkin carbonara is one of our favorite examples), and in this lasagna, it adds the ideal sweet touch to this cheesy, comfort food dream. We amp up our creamy pumpkin mixture […]

Expecting a vegetarian at your table this holiday? This roasted cabbage is the way to go! It’s savory, sweet, and salty on the outside and super tender on the inside. Topped with lots of silky mushroom gravy, we doubt anyone at your table will be missing meat. Ingredients 1(2 lb.) head cabbage 3 Tbsp.melted butter or extra-virgin olive […]

If you’re tired of cauliflower steaks, then you should turn to butternut squash. It’s a great plant-based ingredient because its texture is quite meaty yet tender, and it works with a variety of seasonings and recipes. When this squash is in season throughout the fall and winter months, it has a sweet, mellow flavor that […]

Wouldn’t it be great to have a big bowl of your favorite creamy pasta with less fat and more protein but with all of the flavor and texture you’re looking for in a good Alfredo sauce? We thought so. Figuring out how to give Alfredo sauce more nutritional value is the ultimate healthy meal hack. […]

We love an easy one-pot dinner for the simplicity and the cleanup. This one-pot creamy pasta is kind of like the grown-up version of mac & cheese, but even easier and better. The broccoli is in no way hidden, but it’s a great way to sneak in an extra serving of greens, and even the […]

When comfort calls, don’t ignore it. This pasta is packed with protein and flavor thanks to tempeh and a simple sauce. Raw broccoli rabe can be a little bitter, but a quick blanch helps balance it out and provides a nice fresh green to your pasta. Ingredients 1 lb.broccoli rabe, ends trimmed 12 oz.orecchiette 3 Tbsp.extra-virgin olive […]

We’ve been cooking up a lot of gnocchi lately. Once we discovered that you could buy gnocchi at the grocery store in the pasta aisle, it got a lot easier to enjoy and create recipes—versus making homemade potato gnocchi (although that is fun on occasion!). The truth is sometimes, just like with pasta, the simplest […]