Mediterranean Bow Ties Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN BOW-TIES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
• Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, mix sauce mix and milk with wire whisk until blended. Add butter. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; simmer 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
• Gently stir pasta, asparagus, tomatoes and ham into sauce. Pour into casserole. Cover; bake 35 to 45 minutes or until bubbly.
• Remove casserole from oven. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with olives.

TOMATO-FETA BOW TIES

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the oregano, garlic, salt and pepper flakes in oil for 1 minute. Add wine or broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes., Stir in the tomatoes and cheese. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain pasta; toss with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels and parsley.

BOW TIES WITH SAUSAGE, TOMATOES AND CREAM

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
• Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage and pepper flakes until sausage is evenly brown. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until onion is tender. Stir in tomatoes, cream, and salt. Simmer until mixture thickens, 8 to 10 minutes.
• Stir cooked pasta into sauce, and heat through. Sprinkle with parsley.

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP AND BOW TIES

Steps:

• 1. Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain cover to keep warm.2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add shrimp, onions and garlic cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat.3. Add pasta to skillet with all remaining ingredients. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1 1/2 Cups * Calories: 320 * Calories from Fat: 90 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 10 g 15% * Saturated Fat: 1 g 5% * Cholesterol: 160 mg 53% * Sodium: 600 mg 25% * Total Carbohydrate: 35 g 12% * Dietary Fiber: 1 g 4% * Sugars: 2 g * Protein: 23 g * Vitamin A: 4% * Vitamin C: 6% * Calcium: 6% * Iron: 25% * Dietary Exchanges: 2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 1/2 Fat or 2 Carbohydrate, 1 Vegetable, 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 1/2 Fat

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP AND BOW TIES

Steps:

• 1. Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain cover to keep warm.2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add shrimp, onions and garlic cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat.3. Add pasta to skillet with all remaining ingredients. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1 1/2 Cups * Calories: 320 * Calories from Fat: 90 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 10 g 15% * Saturated Fat: 1 g 5% * Cholesterol: 160 mg 53% * Sodium: 600 mg 25% * Total Carbohydrate: 35 g 12% * Dietary Fiber: 1 g 4% * Sugars: 2 g * Protein: 23 g * Vitamin A: 4% * Vitamin C: 6% * Calcium: 6% * Iron: 25% * Dietary Exchanges: 2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 1/2 Fat or 2 Carbohydrate, 1 Vegetable, 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 1/2 Fat

MEDITERRANEAN FARFALLE (BOW TIE) PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Boil pasta for 11 minutes (al dente) to 12 minutes. Rinse with cold water to cool quickly; drain well.
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine roasted red pepper, onion, parsley, vinegar, and garlic.
• Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in oil.
• Add cooled pasta, beans, and seasoning; toss lightly until well blended.
• Cover; refrigerate 2 hours.