Crafty Mama, Pasta, Uncategorized

Hot Dog Spaghetti Octopus

1/2 pound thin spaghetti , broken in half 8 hot dogs , cut into 6 even pieces 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Set a large pot of water to boil.Carefully thread 5-7 spaghetti strands through each hot dog piece. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 6 minutes. Drain and mix with… Continue reading Hot Dog Spaghetti Octopus

Comfort Food, Food

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Lobster Mac and Cheese, with succulent pieces of wild caught fresh water lobster smothered with the heavenly cheddar gruyere cheese sauce and crisp topping, no one will argue! Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 25 minutes Total Time 45 minutes Servings 6 servings 8 ounces macaroni 5 tablespoons butter divided 3 cloves garlic minced 3… Continue reading Lobster Mac and Cheese

Feed a crowd, Food

Feed a crowd: Buffalo Chicken Lasagna

Prep: 1-1/2 hours Bake: 40 min. + standing Makes 12 servings 1 tablespoon canola oil 1-1/2 pounds ground chicken 1 small onion, chopped 1 celery rib, finely chopped 1 large carrot, grated 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained 1 bottle (12 ounces) Buffalo wing sauce 1/2 cup water 1-1/2 teaspoons… Continue reading Feed a crowd: Buffalo Chicken Lasagna

Comfort Food, Food

Pulled Pork Mac&Cheese (Piggy Mac)

Rich and creamy mac and cheese paired with.... Wait. For. It...... PULLED PORK. So while thumbing through some Facebook videos, I came across a video of restaurant that makes everything into a Mac & Cheese dish (even pizza!!) The one thing that really stood out in the video was the "Piggy Mac" so I did… Continue reading Pulled Pork Mac&Cheese (Piggy Mac)

Feed a crowd, Food, Freezer meals

Large Family Chicken Tetrazzini

An easy recipe that feeds a large family, or is perfect for splitting and freezing. 5 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1 pound angel hair pasta 2 tablespoon butter 1 onion, chopped 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of celery soup… Continue reading Large Family Chicken Tetrazzini