Monday, May 16, 2011

Bruschetta Spaghetti Recipe

Bruschetta-Style Thin Spaghetti

So I have a ton of pasta now after so many great sale/coupon match-ups. We can only eat so much spaghetti, so tonight I decided to be daring and try a new recipe that was on the back of the Ronzoni box. Usually I won't try a new recipe unless I've read/heard reviews on it, but like I said, I decided to be daring. :) Anyway, the recipe was really good so I thought I'd share it.

BRUSCHETTA-STYLE THIN SPAGHETTI
Cook thin spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Heat a large sauté pan on medium high with olive oil. Sauté garlic until golden. Add balsamic vinegar, tomatoes, and herbs. Heat until warmed (about 2 minutes). Add thin spaghetti to tomato mixture and heat until warmed (about 2-3 minutes).  Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top. I also added some spices from the McCormick Italian Herb Seasoning Grinder. 



Ingredients:
1/2 box Whole Wheat Blend Thin Ronzoni Thin Spaghetti (or other style of pasta)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
Oregano and basil (fresh or dried) to taste
Shredded Parmesan cheese, cracked pepper, salt to taste 

Friday, May 13, 2011

Kroger Deals 5/12 - 5/18 (FREE PASTA!)

Kroger has some great deals right now with their “10 Item Mega Event” (buy 10 participating items and get $5 off instantly).

(All prices below reflect the discount after purchasing 10 participating items)

1. Ronzoni Pasta: $.49
    Final Cost: Free!

2. Mom’s Best Naturals Cereal: $.99
    $.75/1
    Final Cost: $.24

3. Boulder Canyon Potato Chips: $.99
    $1/2
     Final Cost: $.49 each WYB 2

4. Freschetta Pizza $4.99
     Final Cost: $2.99 or $3.99

5. Uncle Ben’s Whole Grain White Rice: $1.29
     $.75/1 or $.75/1
     Final Cost: $.54

There are lots more participating items. Check out Kroger's website to see the full ad.