Pasta Debra Creamy Basil Pasta

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This recipe is dedicated to the wife of a long-time friend, who introduced me to stravecchio cheese, a premium parmigiano-reggiano cheese that is aged for 3 years. Although the cheese has a stronger flavor than regular parmigiano-reggiano cheese, the flavor is much smoother. I developed this recipe to showcase the cheese and to thank debra.

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Steps

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Serve with hot ciabatta with cold butter and a vinaigrette salad as accompaniments this can be made as a main dish by including meat in it , or can be made meatless as a side dish or first course.

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Adjust the amount of meat according to taste.

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A little , essentially as a flavor enhancement , or in a larger quantity for a more substantial dish if using meat , combine all marinade ingredients in a small plastic bag , add meat , squeeze out air , and seal.

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Knead to distribute marinade , and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or longer in the refrigerator.

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Clean and prepare all vegetables , and set aside.

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Bring a generous amount of water with 2 tbsp of salt to a boil , and add pasta.

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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat , and saute garlic for 15 seconds.

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Add meat , if using , and stir-fry for 1 minute.

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Add sliced mushrooms , and stir-fry for 1 minute longer.

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Add onions and tomatoes , and stir-fry for 1 minute longer.

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Stir in cream , and bring to a boil.

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Sti.

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Ingredients

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beef, garlic granules, salt & freshly ground black pepper, lemon & herb seasoning, balsamic vinegar, worcestershire sauce, bow tie pasta, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh mushrooms, scallions, plum tomatoes, heavy cream, cheese, fresh basil