The Quarantined Kitchen: May 6, 2020

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The Quarantined Kitchen shares ideas and recipes from Chef Steven Bright, Hospitality Coordinator at Shadyside Presbyterian Church, to help you stay healthy by eating well during the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 6, 2020: Pasta Salad

As the weather is sure to warm up – this cool pasta salad recipe is sure to please!

Tuscan Pasta Salad alla Margherita

Makes 12 portions

Boil 1# Cavatappi (or other ridged pasta) just a bit past al dente; drain-remove to large bowl; cool slightly, then add:
¾ c. Balsamic Vinegar
1 ½ T. Honey
Zest of 2 Lemons – Juice of 1 – Toss together and set aside.

For Pesto, in processor or blender add:
8 oz. Fresh Basil Leaves
½ c. Quality Parmesan Cheese
½ t. Kosher Salt
½ t. Fresh Ground Black Pepper
¼ c. Toasted Pine Nuts
1 clove Garlic
1 ½ c. EV Olive oil

Vegetable Mixture:
6 Scallions – cleaned well/sliced longwise then crosscut thin
½ c. Red Onion – Julienne
1 ½ c. (oil-packed) Sundried Tomatoes – Julienne
2 c. Artichoke Quarters

Assembly:
Combine pesto with pasta mixture and vegetable mixture, then adjust with additional balsamic, honey, and parmesan to balance flavors.

Note: Prepare one day before serving for best result.

Should you have any questions, or need helpful tips, please feel free to contact Chef Steven via email at: sbright@shadysidepres.org

Be well – eat well!

Chef Steven M. Bright

Read more from Chef Bright by exploring other entries in The Quarantined Kitchen.