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Simple & Fast Pasta Dishes

by Adelaida “Ady” M. Artime, P.A. 06/28/2020

Image by Дарья Яковлева from Pixabay

Being short on time is no reason to not enjoy a healthy meal at home. These three quick and easy pasta dishes whip up in a mere 30 minutes or less, giving you plenty of time to even to the dishes before you could be in and out of a drive thru lane.

20-Minute Lemon Pepper Pasta with Shrimp

Fast and delicious, this delightfully light and healthy recipe can be made with many staple ingredients you likely keep on hand.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Lb. Dry Twisted, Tube or Fusilli Pasta
  • 1 Lb. Medium Shrimp, Small or Medium, Peeled and Deveined
  • 1 Cup Fresh Broccoli, Spinach or Kale, Chopped (May Sub Frozen)
  • 1/3 Cup Dry White Wine
  • 1/4 Cup Basil Pesto
  • 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese, Grated
  • 1/2 Tsp. Course Black Pepper
  • 1 Lemon
  • 1 Tsp. Salt
  • 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • Cooking Directions

    Prepare the pasta following the packages directions. Meanwhile, put the olive oil in a large nonstick sauté pan or skillet. Heat to medium and add shrimp. Cook for two minutes before turning. Add your vegetable/s of choice to the pan along with the lemon zest. Sprinkle with pepper and salt to taste and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and drain pasta. Toss pasta with shrimp mixture, cheese and pesto.

    Pasta & Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce

    This 15 minute recipe is bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, and is a light and healthy meal that is excellent cold or hot.

    Ingredients

  • 1 Lb. Dry Pasta
  • 3 Pints Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, Finely Chopped
  • 1 Cup Fresh Basil, Coarsely Chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Tsp. Ground Black Pepper
  • Pinch of Sugar
  • Grated Parmesan for Serving
  • Cooking Instructions

    Prepare pasta in boiling water and a pinch of Kosher salt until desired level of firmness. Transfer pasta to a large bowl and set aside. Heat olive oil in a heavy, medium sized skillet over medium-high heat. Slowly introduce the garlic and tomatoes and sprinkle over seasonings and sugar and salt to taste. Cook for approximately 6-8 minutes until the cherry tomatoes burst and create a juicy sauce. Top pasta with the sauce and basil. Top with parmesan if desired.

    One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta

    This one pot wonder will leave everyone wanting a second serving. It’s a quick fix that doesn’t make a big mess and takes less than half an hour to prep and cook.

  • 16 Oz. Linguini Pasta
  • 4 1/2 Cups Vegetable Broth
  • 15 Oz. Diced Tomatoes in Liquid
  • 4 Garlic Cloves, Thinly Sliced
  • 1 Sweet Onion, Julienned 1/4 Strips
  • 1 Bunch Basil, Diced
  • 2 Tbsp. EV Olive Oil
  • 2 Tsp. Oregano, Dried
  • 1/4 Tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
  • Parmesan for Garnish
  • Cooking Instructions

    Pour vegetable broth in a large stock pot, and add pasta, onion, tomatoes and garlic. Sprinkle the oregano and pepper on top and drizzle with olive oil. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Cook until liquid has mostly evaporated and season to taste. Add basil leaves to mixture, top with parmesan and serve.

    These easy, delicious, and healthy meals in less than 30 minutes take the stress out of cooking and clean up quickly.

    About the Author
    Author

    Adelaida “Ady” M. Artime, P.A.

    In her role as a real estate and relocation specialist in South Florida and Northern Virginia, Ady Artime prides herself on providing the highest level of service, confidentiality and professionalism to her clients. Based on her own experience as a government liaison, Ady is in familiar territory working with high powered individuals. She possesses a discreet and confidential work ethic, and her keen eye, attention to detail, and experience with multi-million dollar properties have earned her a high-profile, loyal clientele that expect the best from their realtor.

    Known for her expertise and strong background in interior design, she stands out from other real estate agents. When a satisfied client says that Ady knows real estate "inside and out", the statement is to be taken literally. Over the course of her career, she has received recognition as an award-winning interior designer. She has designed and implemented interiors for countless luxury projects throughout the United States, and Europe. Her extensive knowledge of all facets of design, including working with architects and construction teams, led to a natural progression into the real estate arena and gives her a definite edge over the competition in serving her clients.

    As and agent in South Florida and North Virginia, Ady lends her real estate expertise and design savvy to buyers and sellers. Ady's mission is to develop a faithful, repeat clientele by providing them with superior service and value. She is passionate about her work and takes the time to understand each client's needs and goals to accurately assess the options she provides. From overseeing the staging of a listed property in order to fetch the highest possible price to analyzing a potential purchase from a design and architectural perspective.