Quick Sausage Ragu

This is not a true Italian ragu, but a quick version with a cream base.  This can be cooked up in about 20 minutes total and makes a hearty meal in a flash. Here it is served over paperadelli pasta.  Notice that the recipe calls for pasta water.  After your pasta has cooked for a while, ladle out about a half a cup to reserve.
This allows you to control the consistency, for those who prefer a thinner sauce on their pasta.

L & L Style Macaroni Salad

Ever since I first tried the macaroni salad at L& L Hawaiian Barbecue, I have wanted more.  And I am not a fan of macaroni salad.  Unfortunately, I had it when visiting my sister in San Diego, CA and I haven't been anywhere, since, that had one.  I finally, after years of looking, found a lead, and from that information, created a recipe that approximates the salad pretty well.

Of course, if you are not trying to clone L & L's recipe, you can always add diced ham, finely chopped shallots, or anything else you fancy. 

Kinda Mom's Thai Noodles

This is my version of my mom’s Thai Noodles.  They are a favorite of mine.  I always make more than I need because the leftovers make a great lunch.  Wonderful with grilled shrimp or chicken satay.

Product Recommendation- Macaroni Grill's Penne Rustica

I love this stuff, can't get enough. Romano's Macaroni Grill's Penne Rustica- al dente' pasta with a savory rosemary Parmesan cream sauce with sauted chicken, shrimp, and salty aged prosciutto.


 When ordering, I usually get it without the roasted red peppers on top in case it has skin on it still.  If you tell them you are yeast intolerant, they should clean off the area before preparing your food to avoid cross contamination.

And of course, skip the bread. 

Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta

This takes all the goodness of Chicken Cordon Bleu and turns it into an easy pasta dish.  It goes great paired with a fresh salad tossed in a lemony dressing.
Tyson's Frozen Crispy Chicken Strips can be substituted for fresh chicken preparation.  Be sure to check the package as only the crispy strips variety are yeast free as the rest have yeast for some unknown reason. Cook per package directions.