Best 5 Sonflower Suzis Pasta Perfect Recipes

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**Sunflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect: A Culinary Journey of Flavor and Simplicity**

Welcome to a culinary adventure that celebrates the essence of simplicity and bursts with vibrant flavors. Sunflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect is more than just a recipe; it's an exploration of culinary artistry, where fresh ingredients, vibrant herbs, and handcrafted sauces come together to create a symphony of tastes. From the classic Italian Spaghetti Aglio e Olio to the delightful simplicity of Cacio e Pepe, each dish captures the essence of Italian cuisine, highlighting the beauty of using a few carefully chosen ingredients to achieve culinary greatness.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Spaghetti Aglio e Olio:** This timeless Italian dish showcases the harmonious blend of garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes, resulting in a simple yet flavorful pasta that highlights the beauty of fresh ingredients.

2. **Cacio e Pepe:** A Roman classic known for its simplicity and elegance, Cacio e Pepe combines Pecorino Romano cheese, black pepper, and pasta water to create a creamy and flavorful sauce that coats each strand of pasta perfectly.

3. **Pasta al Limone:** Experience the vibrant and refreshing flavors of lemon in this delightful dish. With a simple sauce made from butter, lemon juice, and zest, Pasta al Limone offers a light and zesty alternative to traditional pasta dishes.

4. **Pasta with Creamy Vodka Sauce:** Indulge in the richness and decadence of this creamy vodka sauce. Made with vodka, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of tomato paste, this sauce adds a luxurious twist to your pasta.

5. **Pasta Primavera:** Celebrate the beauty of fresh vegetables in this colorful and vibrant dish. Pasta Primavera features an array of vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers, tossed in a light and flavorful sauce.

6. **Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe:** This hearty and satisfying dish combines the savory flavors of sausage, broccoli rabe, and garlic in a delectable sauce. The orecchiette pasta adds a unique texture, making this dish a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

7. **Pasta alla Norma:** Embark on a culinary journey to Sicily with this classic dish. Pasta alla Norma features eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta salata, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that showcases the essence of Sicilian cuisine.

8. **Pasta Puttanesca:** Experience the bold and spicy flavors of this traditional Italian dish. With a sauce made from tomatoes, capers, anchovies, and olives, Pasta Puttanesca delivers a tantalizing combination of salty, briny, and tangy flavors.

9. **Penne alla Vodka:** Indulge in the richness and creaminess of this classic vodka sauce. Made with vodka, heavy cream, crushed tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, Penne alla Vodka offers a decadent and flavorful pasta dish.

10. **Chicken Pesto Pasta:** Delight in the vibrant flavors of pesto in this delectable dish. Featuring succulent chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy pesto sauce, Chicken Pesto Pasta is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NONNA'S SWEET PASTA SAUCE FOR TWO



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A quick, easy, sweet-tasting pasta sauce that can be used for anything from spaghetti to lasagna. Serve right away or freeze.

Provided by Wolf

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
⅓ red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 ½ cups water
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a small pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in water, tomato paste, sugar, bacon, salt, basil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until flavors combine, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1391.9 mg, Sugar 30 g

SONFLOWER SUZI'S PASTA PERFECT



Sonflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect image

This recipe is full of flavor and full of restaurant flare. I have served many and it is ALWAYS a hit!

Provided by Sue McDaniels

Categories     Vegetarian Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces dry penne pasta
½ cup butter
1 small sweet onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 lemon, juiced
freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a skillet melt your butter over medium heat. Immediately add your onions then garlic; stirring constantly. Add the red bell pepper. Increase heat to medium high and pour in 1/2 of your lemon juice. Sprinkle with black pepper. Lightly tossing while cooking, add other half of the lemon juice and toss just to coat. Your butter should be getting lightly browned but not burned and be careful not to over brown your garlic. When vegetables are crisp-tender remove from heat. Toss with pasta and serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 167.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

SONFLOWER SUZI'S PASTA PERFECT



Sonflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect image

This recipe is full of flavor and full of restaurant flare. I have served many and it is ALWAYS a hit!

Provided by Sue McDaniels

Categories     Vegetarian Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces dry penne pasta
½ cup butter
1 small sweet onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 lemon, juiced
freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a skillet melt your butter over medium heat. Immediately add your onions then garlic; stirring constantly. Add the red bell pepper. Increase heat to medium high and pour in 1/2 of your lemon juice. Sprinkle with black pepper. Lightly tossing while cooking, add other half of the lemon juice and toss just to coat. Your butter should be getting lightly browned but not burned and be careful not to over brown your garlic. When vegetables are crisp-tender remove from heat. Toss with pasta and serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 167.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

ZUCCHINI PASTA WITH SUNGOLD TOMATOES, CORN AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS



Zucchini Pasta with Sungold Tomatoes, Corn and Sunflower Seeds image

Making zucchini pasta is simple, but there are some rules to keep in mind. Green or yellow gold bar zucchini are better to use than the yellow, pear-shaped variety. Zucchinis are firmer skinned and more cylindrical than other squashes, which works well in a mandoline. Be sure to squeeze out as much water as possible with a cheesecloth or kitchen towel or the zucchinis will leach a puddle of water onto the serving plate after salting. To dress the pasta, a combination of olive oil, lemon juice and basil leaves works just as well. This dish is served with Sungold tomatoes and corn to add sweetness, and sunflower seeds for crunch.

Provided by Jeff Schwarz And Greg Kessler

Categories     quick, main course, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium zucchinis, cut into 3-inch cylinders
1 cup cherry tomatoes (preferably Sungold), halved
Kernels from 1 ear of corn
1/3 cup raw sunflower seeds
1 pound cooked lobster (optional)
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup basil leaves
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place one zucchini cylinder in a spiral mandoline, and firmly hold the mandoline in place while spinning the zucchini through the blade. Repeat with the remaining zucchini pieces.
  • Wrap the zucchini ribbons in cheesecloth and squeeze out any excess water. Discard the water, and place the dry zucchini ribbons in a large bowl.
  • Add the tomatoes, corn and sunflower seeds to the zucchini.
  • If using lobster, dice the meat into 1-inch chunks, reserving some claws for garnish, and add it to the bowl.
  • Mix in the olive oil, lemon juice and most of the basil leaves.
  • Add salt to taste, garnish with the remaining basil leaves and the lobster claws if using, and serve.

SONFLOWER SUZI'S PASTA PERFECT



Sonflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect image

This recipe is full of flavor and full of restaurant flare. I have served many and it is ALWAYS a hit!

Provided by Sue McDaniels

Categories     Vegetarian Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces dry penne pasta
½ cup butter
1 small sweet onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 lemon, juiced
freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a skillet melt your butter over medium heat. Immediately add your onions then garlic; stirring constantly. Add the red bell pepper. Increase heat to medium high and pour in 1/2 of your lemon juice. Sprinkle with black pepper. Lightly tossing while cooking, add other half of the lemon juice and toss just to coat. Your butter should be getting lightly browned but not burned and be careful not to over brown your garlic. When vegetables are crisp-tender remove from heat. Toss with pasta and serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 167.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta: Longer pastas like spaghetti or linguine work best for this recipe, as they can hold more sauce. If you prefer shorter pastas, such as penne or rotini, you may need to reduce the amount of sauce you use.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking the pasta until it is slightly firm to the bite. This will help it hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Don't rinse the pasta: Rinsing the pasta will remove the starch, which helps the sauce cling to the pasta. Instead, simply drain the pasta and add it directly to the sauce.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is the star of this dish, so make sure it's packed with flavor. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own. If you're making your own sauce, be sure to use fresh ingredients and plenty of herbs and spices.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables add color, texture, and nutrients to this dish. You can add any vegetables you like, such as broccoli, zucchini, or spinach. Just be sure to cook them until they are tender but still retain their crunch.
  • Top with cheese: Cheese is the perfect finishing touch for this dish. You can use any type of cheese you like, such as Parmesan, cheddar, or mozzarella. Just be sure to grate it fresh so that it melts evenly.

Conclusion:

Sunflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Sunflower Suzi's Pasta Perfect a try. You won't be disappointed!

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