Ravioli and salmon make a delicious entree.
Pasta is made with wheat and flour, but the shape and flavor options for this simple food are infinite. Shells, macaroni, manicotti, orzo and penne pasta are a short introduction to the different types of pasta. In addition to the many shapes, pasta can be seasoned with a variety of ingredients, sauces and spices. Various types of fish and seafood complement these pasta recipes for a source of protein and flavor.
Fettucini Alfredo
Serve rare tuna steaks, seasoned with salt and pepper, as the main entree with fettucini Alfredo as a side dish. The rich flavor of tuna balances the cheese, garlic and olive flavor combination of the Alfredo sauce. A less expensive alternative, canned tuna, preserved in olive oil, can be added as an ingredient to a traditional fettucini Alfredo recipe. Shrimp, lobster and scallops are other types of seafood that complement this pasta dish.
Italian Seasoned Pasta
Whitefish, such as cod, sea bass or halibut, combines well with Italian dressing. Bow-tie pasta, mixed with Italian dressing and whitefish, makes a hearty meal that can be served hot or cold. To make an Italian dressing recipe from scratch, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, paprika, parsley, oregano, garlic and grated Parmesan cheese. Add in cherry or sun-dried tomatoes for flavor and color.
Ravioli
Ravioli made with a salmon filling is a unique twist to the traditional pasta recipe. To make the filling, combine ground salmon fillets, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, onions, salt, pepper, garlic and balsamic vinegar. Smoked salmon is another option and will provide a different flavor than the fillets. Lobster, crab and shrimp also make delectable ravioli fillings when mixed with cream, salt, pepper, garlic and ricotta cheese.
Spaghetti
Spaghetti and meatballs is a traditional Italian dish, but replace the beef with fish for a healthier meal. Grouper, mackerel, fresh tuna or mahi mahi make tasty fish balls. Mix your choice of fish with bread crumbs, eggs, salt, pepper, garlic, onions and lemon juice. Form them into a small, round shape and bake or fry the fish balls. Top the spaghetti with marinara sauce and fish balls for a filling entree.
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