My most favorite pasta dish from a local restaurant is this creamy, tomato based, flavorful strozzapreti that is laced with sausage & finished with a drizzle of truffle oil. My love for it is so strong that I just couldn’t resist being able to have it at my fingertips any time I want… so here is exactly that. This recipe is EASY guys, seems fancy I know, but so EASY.

Bon Appétit, Gluten Free Option, Pasta, Vegetarian OptionMegan GregorySeptember 11, 2020sausage, truffle, pasta, strozzapreti, palamino, onion, banana pepper, garlic, heavy cream, milk, parmesanComment

wild mushroom truffle pasta

This truffle pasta is the most simple, amazing dish to throw together that will also leave you wanting bowl 2, 3 and possibly even 4. I paired these homemade noodles with a variety of wild mushrooms- hen of the woods, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms that I sauté in butter and olive oil until browned. The truffle sauce is by Old World Truffles, a local, small business owned truffle company in Michigan that sources their product straight from Italy.

Pasta, VegetarianMegan GregoryAugust 14, 2020truffle, pasta, butter, mushrooms, hen of the woods, shiitake, oyster mushroomsComment

lemon ricotta pasta

This dish comes together so fast and is such a light, yet creamy, pasta with the ricotta cheese, a ton of fresh lemon juice and all the green roasted veggies. The best part about this pasta is you can easily make it into your own by using your favorite vegetables or whatever you have in your refrigerator.

rainbow roasted red pepper pasta

I mean, colored pasta noods covered in that vibrant red sauce… could it get any more beautiful!? The roasted red pepper sauce is the perfect addition to any pasta dish, colored or not!

Pasta, Vegetarian, Bon AppétitMegan GregoryFebruary 9, 2020roasted red peppers, garlic, heavy cream, lemon, basil, crushed red pepper, pasta, noodles, handmade, rainbowComment

color infused pasta noods

These are SO fun to make and I promise you, it isn’t nearly as hard as one may think. Want to know the best part (besides how beautiful they are)? There is NO food coloring used to create these hues. Instead, other foods or spices are used to make the coloring.

Pasta, Vegetarian, Bon AppétitMegan GregoryFebruary 9, 2020beet, blueberry, paprika, turmeric, rainbow, colored, pasta, noodles, homemadeComment

the nest lasagna

Okay people. This is it. The recipe and dish that almost every client of mine that has tasted it has asked for again and again. This isn’t any ordinary lasagna… it has a surprise layer in the middle made up of a mixture of ricotta cheese + pesto that will leave a smile on your face.

PastaMegan GregoryOctober 23, 2019beef, pork, ricotta, pesto, italian blend cheese, parmesan, garlic, onion, italian seasoning Comment

the best go-to red wine tomato pasta sauce

This sauce comes together QUICKLY and lends itself to one of the most flavorful red sauces. I actually think this could even go well as a pizza sauce by adding more tomato paste and thickening it up. It’s going to make it into your rotation, I’m sure of it.

Bon Appétit, Pasta, Dairy Free, Gluten FreeMegan GregoryOctober 23, 2019san marzano, tomatoes, red wine, tomato paste, italian seasoning, crushed red pepperComment

roasted red pepper pasta

There are so many variations you can do with this pasta from blackened or grilled chicken, shrimp and/or a variety of your favorite veggies. For this variation I chose to incorporate asparagus and spinach and they complimented it beautifully!

bangkok coconut curry bowls

I am a huge lover of anything curry. Then when it is combined with coconut milk and a ton of veggies… I turn into a triple lover of it! It is decadent and creamy with a hint of spice. I would love this over Jasmine White Rice as an alternative to the rice noods too!

broccoli pesto & whipped ricotta

I love noods. And ricotta. And lemon. And pesto. But a pesto made from broccoli?! That’s whole new bag. This pasta is so light and refreshing, yet filling and is most definitely now in my summertime pasta rotation.

Bon Appétit, Pasta, VegetarianMegan GregoryApril 25, 2019broccoli, garlic, linguine, ricotta, crushed red pepper, lemonmComment

creamy orecchiette with bacon & peas

Okay yes, this is a tad bit sinful, but I promise this guilty pleasure is worth every bite! And hey, we work hard and deserve to indulge every now and then. There is no judgement here in the nest! This pasta is creamy to perfection and laced with the flavor of fresh lemon juice in every bite. It’s truly worth it.

Bon Appétit, PastaMegan GregoryMarch 21, 2019orecchiette, heavy cream, bacon, peas, parmesan, lemon, sour cream, worcestershireComment

healthy(er) broccoli fettuccine alfredo

How on earth do you make an alfredo healthy(er) you ask? Well, that’s an easy task. Take out the cream and heavy butter addition and substitute it with hummus! This is a delicious way to eat this fan favorite without the guilt. Not that we should ever feel guilt enjoying what we love if it’s in moderation… just sayin’.

Vegetarian, PastaMegan GregoryMarch 19, 2019hummus, fettuccine, broccoli, lemon, parmesan, basil, parsley, thymeComment

puttanesca

Capers, olives, and anchovies… oh my! If anchovies scare you, PLEASE don’t let them turn your back on this one. Each of those three ingredients are what make puttanesca, well, puttanesca. The richness of the tomato sauce really balances out the salinity. If you want to wow your friends and family, this should be the next meal you make for them!

Pasta, Vegetarian, Dairy FreeMegan GregoryMarch 19, 2019capers, anchovies, olives, garlic, san marzano, tomatoes, linguine, pasta, red pepper flakesComment

garlic butter shrimp over coconut noods

This is quick to come together recipe that will make any weeknight dinner feel just a little more special. The shrimp is sautéed to a lightly browned perfection with notes or garlic, ginger and just a tad bit of spice and then is layered over rice noodles dressed in a beautiful coconut milk sauce.

Bon Appétit, Dairy Free, Gluten FreeMegan GregoryMarch 19, 2019shrimp, coconut milk, rice noodles, ginger, garlic, jalapeño, bacon, honey, spinach, kale, limeComment

Pasta & Other Noods

Send noods! Here you will find all the things pasta and more with a variety of flavor profiles and light to heavy fare. Pasta will always make the world a better place.