What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Food Junkie Favorites: Florentine Meatball Pasta! When you talk about a meal in minutes, this one ranks at the top of the list. After all, some days the family schedule runs tight between daily obligations and evening commitments. In the time it takes to cook the pasta, everything else can be thrown together. Utilize the microwave in conjunction with the stovetop for time-saving results. Ready-Set-Go!
FLORENTINE MEATBALL PASTA
Ingredients:
1/2 pound rigatoni pasta
6-8 Italian meatballs, pre-cooked
12 ounces spaghetti sauce, any chunky style
2 cups baby spinach
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
Instructions:
Cook rigatoni pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. While the pasta is cooking, microwave Italian meatballs according to package directions. In a large skillet on medium heat, combine chunky spaghetti sauce and Italian meatballs. Cook until bubbly, then reduce heat to simmer, stirring gently. Add cooked rigatoni; toss to coat pasta. Turn off heat. Add baby spinach to the skillet. Toss to combine and cover. The steam will wilt the spinach. Right before serving, add Parmesan shavings.
I am on break at work and wish to place a “to go” order for this ymmmy food! xo
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Coming right up, Robin! π
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This is the perfect meal π
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I confess, Lynne. At times I’m a pasta-holic! lol π Blessings!
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The recipe sounds incredible, Gail! Gorgeous photos too!
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Lana, we’re kindred spirits you know! π
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Indeed, Sweet friend! I’ve missed you! So glad to be back in the loop β₯
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I think I was kidnapped in cyberspace! I posted every day but was Sheldon seen or heard from. π½
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Oh no! Your beautiful work should never be kidnapped! So glad we’re back on track again β₯
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Me, too! π I appreciate your support and encouragement!
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Oh, this looks so good!
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Thanks very much. It’s been raining here all day. Comfort food.
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Amazing how the weather affects what we want to eat!
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Hahaha. True confessions. π
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Great photo of your meal I must say Gail. I love pasta and especially this type, but would forego the meatballs – I am sure I could make it with eggplant.
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What a great substitute, Sue! π
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Pasta is my favourite food!!
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Win! Win! π
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