Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes and Feta
Garden fresh tomatoes really make a difference in this quick and easy pasta dish. Or, choose ripe beefsteak, big boy, or heirloom tomatoes from the grocery store.
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Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes and Feta
Simple yet elegant pasta dish made with garden fresh tomatoes. Large hot house varieties that are bursting with flavor work the best. Since the tomatoes are the star of this dish, look for ripe heirloom, San Marzano, or big boys.
Low Sodium Vegetable Lasagna
Lasagna, in general, is not usually part of a Cardiac Diet. But here, we cut the sodium and saturated fat by using “no salt added” spaghetti sauce and fat-free or part-skim cheeses. The result is delicious and hearty enough to satisfy pasta lovers. This is also a great freezer meal that can be made ahead.