Main Dishes

In search of something different, we came across this recipe for tortilla pie on Marthastewart.com. This pie was full of black beans, providing a meaty texture and much needed protein that was filling and tasty. The texture was further enhanced by corn kernels and cheese, making a crunchy but gooey pie that we enjoyed immensely. An added bonus to this delicious meal was that it held up well as leftovers and we were able to enjoy it two days in a row. Also, the filling that we had left over made for a nutritious side in our lunches the following day. One small note about this dish, if you are a spicy food lover you will likely find this dish a bit mild. Try adding some jalapenos to the filling or upping the cumin for an enhanced smoky flavor.  

We keep hoping that the next dish that we try from Lynne Rossetto Kasper’s Weeknight Table newsletter will be better than the last. It seems as if we are crossing our fingers and hoping for a dish to wow us. Unfortunately it was not the case with this spring inspired vegetable dish. Although this dish was very quick and was entirely doable for a weeknight meal, neither of us found the dish very appetizing. We appreciate the concept of fresh spring flavors, but this particular dish will not find a place in our recipe binder.

This recipe is the epitome of a quick weeknight meal that packs an unexpected amount of flavor for its simplicity. We were pleasantly surprised at how tossing the pasta into the oil, garlic, and herbs in the skillet caused the pasta to become infused with flavor. With the addition of a sprinkling of parmesan, this dish was simple but good. That said, a hearty side of vegetables is definitely needed to round out this meal, otherwise you may find yourself eating an exorbitant amount of pasta before realizing that you are full.