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Lazy Pasta

Cultural Context

Lazy Pasta, a beloved Italian comfort dish, is perfect for busy weeknights. It combines simple ingredients for a quick meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. This dish reflects the Italian philosophy of using fresh, seasonal produce and pantry staples to create satisfying meals. Variations exist across Italy, with different vegetables or proteins added based on local preferences and availability.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500 g pasta
2 chopped tomatoes
½ chopped onion
200 g chopped ham
½ chopped green pepper
1 chopped spicy salami
600 ml water
600 ml milk
2 tablespoons cream cheese
1 carton heavy cream
2 eggs
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili flakes
some fine herbs
slices of mozzarella

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more affordable cooking oil.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are often less expensive and have a long shelf life.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Frozen spinach is a budget-friendly option that lasts longer.

1

In a glass dish add 500 g of pasta, 2 chopped tomatoes, ½ chopped onion, 200 g chopped ham, ½ chopped green pepper, and 1 chopped spicy salami and stir to combine.

2

In a bowl, add 600 ml of water, 600 ml of milk, 2 tablespoons of cream cheese, 1 carton of heavy cream, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of chili flakes, and stir to combine.

3

Pour this mixture into the baking pan with the cooked pasta.

4

Add some slices of mozzarella on top.

5

Cover with aluminum foil, put it in the oven and let it bake for 55 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

milkgluten
Local Name: Pasta Pigra

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