Jessica's Joyful Kitchen

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25–30 minutes Total Time: 45–50 minutes Servings: 8 Category: Main Dish Notes After Making Ingredients 8 oz (227g) linguine or spaghetti 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter 1 medium white onion, diced 1 medium green bell pepper, diced 2 teaspoons (about 6g) minced garlic, about 2 cloves ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (480mL) whole milk 3 cups (about 340g) shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese, divided 1 (15 oz/425g) can diced Italian tomatoes, drained 1 (8 oz/227g) can diced green chiles, drained 2 cups (280g) shredded cooked chicken 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper Instructions Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Cook the linguine or spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. ...

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35–40 minutes Total Time: 45–50 minutes Servings: 4–6 Category: Main Dish / Pasta Notes After Making Ingredients Kosher salt ½ cup (120g) extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter Crushed red pepper, optional 3 garlic cloves, grated 6 tablespoons (about 102g) tomato paste 1 pound (454g) rigatoni 1 pint (2 cups / 480g) heavy cream 6 tablespoons (90ml) vodka Freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese, for serving Instructions Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, combine the olive oil, butter, and a pinch of crushed red pepper, if using. Cook, whisking to blend the fats together as the butter melts. Add the grated garlic and tomato paste. Whisk until the tomato paste becomes deep red, about 3–5 minutes. As soon as the pasta goes into the boiling water, add the heavy cream to the skillet. Continue whisking until the cream is fully incorp...

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes (plus chilling, if desired) Servings: 8–10 Category: Main Dish ⸻ Notes After Making Add ⸻ Ingredients Pasta Salad 1 pound rotini pasta 1 pound ground beef (used shredded chicken) ½ medium red onion, diced ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon ground cumin 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 8 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 8 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded 1 (14.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed, optional  1 medium jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional) Cowboy Dressing 16 ounces salsa verde 1 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon granulated garlic 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon onion powder 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon black pepper ⸻ Instructions Cook the rotini according to the package directions. Drain. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Heat a large skillet over medi...