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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad Loaded with veggies, pepperoni and fresh mozzarella, this Zesty Italian Pasta Salad recipe belongs on your picnic table all year long.  Simple to make and bursting with fresh vegetables, a great side dish for any dinner. Italian Pasta Salad Pasta salad is a wonderful thing.  Really…it’s so simple to make that sometimes we overlook the […] READ: Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

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Easy Vegetarian Recipes

Easy Vegetarian Recipes

Looking for easy vegetarian recipes the whole family will enjoy? You’ve come to the right place! Whether you are experimenting with a vegetarian lifestyle or simply want to eat less meat, there are delicious ideas here for everyone. I was vegetarian for a few years in my teens and although I now eat meat and fish, I consider myself an Occasional Vegetarian. I love trying and creating delicious new recipes to help my family eat less meat. Easy Vegetarian Recipes Why Eat Less Meat? Eating less meat can benefit your health, the environment and your bank balance. Too much red...

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An expert’s guide to drinking beer for people who don’t do well with gluten

An expert’s guide to drinking beer for people who don’t do well with gluten

ShutterstockIt’s estimated coeliac disease affects 1.4% of the world’s population – a staggering 112,000,000 people or so in total. People with this condition develop an abnormal immune reaction when they consume gluten – a protein found in grains including barley, wheat and rye. It can damage the lining of their small intestine and lead to a range of (often debilitating) symptoms. Coeliacs are forced to forgo glutenous food and drinks, including bread, pasta, cakes, biscuits, pastries and, of course, beer – which has malted barley as its main ingredient. Other alcoholic beverages are considered gluten-free (although diligence is still required...

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ShopRite: Barilla Pesto Sauce ONLY $0.69 Thru 5/20 {Rebate}

ShopRite: Barilla Pesto Sauce ONLY $0.69 Thru 5/20 {Rebate}

ShopRite Deal on Barilla Pesto Sauce Make an authentic Italian meal for you and your family with Barilla Pesto Sauce that pairs well with just about any type of pasta.  Thru 5/20, Barilla Pesto Sauce 6 oz is priced at $2.99 each.Plus we have $1.50/1 Barilla Pesto sauce coupon or $1.50 ShopRite digital coupon to use on this dealIn addition you will receive $0.80 in Fetch RewardsThat will make the final price just $0.69 each ShopRite deal thru 5/20/23: Buy (1) Barilla Pesto 6 oz $2.99 eachUse (1) $1.50/1 Barilla Pesto sauce couponPay $1.49 OOPReceive $0.80 Fetch Rewards (800 points)Final price:...

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Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

Spinach and Ricotta Lasagne Servings: 4 Ingredients For lasagna filling: 500g lean beef mince 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large brown onion, diced 1 large carrot, grated 5 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried parsley 1/2 tsp chili flakes 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tin (400 mLs) crushed tomatoes salt and pepper to season 2 – 3 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped 6 – 8 lasagna pasta sheets, depending on size Shredded cheese to top, such as mozzarella or parmesan For ricotta sauce: 50g butter 1/2 cup plain flour 2 cups milk,...

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