Chef’s Choice Pasta Of The Day Recipe
Side house salad. Priced weekly.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
House Salad
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Spinach
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
- 4
Combine Pasta
Add the cooked fusilli pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding salt and black pepper to taste. Finally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and toss again.
House Salad Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced cucumber, shredded carrot, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- 6
Dress the Salad
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.