As a competitive figure skater, I need high-energy snacks to keep me going. These cookies are loaded with nuts, chips and fabulous flavor. Coaches at my skating rink are always sneaking two or three when I bring them in! —Cassandra Brzycki, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
A spicy tomato-based sauce loaded with fresh zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms and spicy Italian sausage is served over browned polenta rounds and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. You can substitute yellow squash or eggplant for the zucchini depending on your tastes.
Ten cloves of garlic lightly browned in olive oil and tossed with parsley, red pepper flakes, hot penne pasta and freshly grated Romano cheese makes a heady and flavorful dish.
The combination of shrimp, fresh garlic and lemon juice makes this entree one of my mom's most memorable dishes. The shrimp can also be served over toast points instead of fettuccine. -Jody Fisher Stewartstown, Pennsylvania
This Makeover Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta recipe contains spiral pasta, turkey italian sausage links, grated romano cheese, fat-free half-and-half, milk and more.
