A dish of shrimp sauteed in bacon drippings and tossed with fettuccine sounds like a no-no for the calorie conscious. But at under 400 calories a serving, indulge! Cook the fettuccine al dente so the strands remain intact and maintain their slightly firm texture.
I think that every dinner party should start with something tasty to awaken the appetite, or to occupy your guests while the meal receives its finishing touches. I don't want to overload guests with a too-heavy appetizer, though - you're about to feed them dinner, after all. Here is one little bite that is a small yet delicious way to start a meal in late spring or early summer.
Here's an ideal summer pasta with fresh tomatoes as the main attraction. Feta complements the tomatoes beautifully, and the heat of the pasta and hot garlic oil make the cheese meltingly soft.
This Chicken Thighs Braised in Garlic and White Wine recipe contains chicken thighs, long-grain white rice, all-purpose flour, olive oil, dry white wine and more.
Sriracha hot sauce -- available in the Asian section of most grocery stores -- adds heat and a touch of sweetness to the glaze for chicken wings in this recipe by Gail Simmons. The wings are roasted, not fried, so they're quite easy to make. Click here to visit the new home of KitchenDaily!
With a golden Parmesan cheese and herb coating, these tender chicken breasts make a tempting and hearty main dish. They're really very little fuss. Just coat them and bake. Their mild classic flavor suits a wide variety of tastes. --Phyllis Joann Schmalz Kansas City, Kansas
