Smart Pork Pasta Toss Recipes

ITALIAN STIR FRIED PORK & PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions.
• Meanwhile, heat electric skillet or wok to high (400 degrees F.). Slice pork sirloin into thin strips; add to heated skillet with oil. Stir-fry until meat is browned, about 5 minutes.
• Add vegetables, garlic and butter to meat in skillet; stir-fry until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
• Drain pasta and add to pork mixture with cheese and basil; toss to coat.

SMART PORK-PASTA TOSS

Steps:

• COOK spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 5 to 6 minute or until done, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
• ADD remaining dressing, onions and garlic to skillet; cook and stir 2 to 3 minute or until onions are crisp-tender. Add tomatoes; cook 1 minute Add broth and meat; stir. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally.
• DRAIN spaghetti. Add to ingredients in skillet with the spinach and 1/2 cup cheese; mix lightly. Top with remaining cheese.

CREAMY PORK CARNITAS PASTA

Steps:

• Prepare seasoned carnitas according to package directions. Set aside. Bring water in a large pot to a boil and cook pasta until al dente.
• In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add olive oil. Add peppers and saute until tender. Set aside on a plate.
• Add heavy cream, sour cream, parmesan cheese, chili powder, cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Whisk and let simmer until it starts to thicken. Add pork and peppers to the sauce and toss until coated and heated through.
• Serve with optional toppings.

PORK- SPINACH PASTA TOSS

Steps:

• Boil pasta.
• Heat 2 Tbs of vinaigrette, add pork and brown.
• Add broth and remaining vinaigrette.
• Add onions, cook until glossy.
• Add spinach, cover to wilt.
• Add tomatoes, cook until warmed.
• Drain and toss in pasta, add 1/2 cup cheese and mix lightly.
• Plate adding remaining cheese and serve.

FIVE INGREDIENT PASTA TOSS

Steps:

• Combine the olive oil and garlic in a small bowl. Set aside.
• Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the bow tie pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
• Place the pasta, beans, tomatoes, basil, and 2 tablespoons of the garlic olive oil in a large bowl; toss gently until combined. Serve the remaining olive oil at the table to drizzle over individual servings.