Monday, April 26, 2010

Easy Peasy Alfredo Sauce


  • 1 clove fresh minced garlic (or a tiny scoop from a minced garlic jar)
  • ½ cup butter (1 stick)
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (gourmet or the pre-shredded in bags)
  • 1/3cup grated romano cheese
  • 1 pint heavy cream

In a saucepan combine butter, heavy cream
Simmer this until all is melted, and mixed well. Simmer this for a few minutes on low 
Remove from heat.  Quickly whisk in the Parmesan cheese and garlic.
--You may wish to season with a little salt and pepper.

Optional:  Add pesto for a great cream pesto sauce.  Add cinnamon, nutmeg, sage for pumpkin ravioli

I got this sauce recipe from a co-worker. He's Italian so obviously it's good. I like this recipe because it can be as easy as you want it to be. I used Hanaford's cheeses and shredded them myself but this step can be made easier by just buying the shredded cheese that comes in bags. I used Dreamfield's linguini pasta and chicken. When I use this recipe again I'll let the chicken soak in the sauce for a few minutes before serving. I'll also add broccoli to get that extra food group in.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Cupcakes for Kids

I made these cupcakes for Daughters and Son's Days at work. I used a 4B decorating tip and sprinkles. They're nothing special or complicated but the bright colors really gave them a kick. No one can resist a cute cupcake.