I've been feeling a little tired and sluggish this week. We got slammed with snow over the weekend, and now it's raining which is making the entire outside look like a horror scene from Stephen King's "The Mist". It's been a real doom and gloom week, which is definitely contributing to my laziness. Thinking about what to make for dinner hasn't been at the top of things I feel like messing with this week, so if it isn't fast and easy, it isn't getting made. That's why we always keep a variety of pasta on hand. It's one of those dinner staples that I can always turn to for a quick meal that doesn't take a lot of effort on my part. This Penne Pasta with Grilled Vegetables recipe from Golden Blossom Honey is a great mealtime solution for when you just want to get in the kitchen and get dinner done without a lot of fanfare.
It's tasty, it's filling, and best of all, it's a simple recipe to toss together. Serve it alongside a store bought crusty baguette and you've got a great lazy day meal.
Ingredients
Vegetables: 1 large eggplant, trim off ends and cut into 1/2 inch thick rounds
2 large ripe tomatoes, cut in half
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon GOLDEN BLOSSOM RAW HONEY
Pasta:
8 ounces penne pasta
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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What's your go to meal idea for when you just aren't feeling standing over a stove all day?
You styled the photos so lovely, dear, very inviting!
ReplyDeleteBears Honey and Gordana from our local ZOO have come out of their lairs this week which means spring is on its way! We had ugly wet snow mixed with rain too last weekend and everything is squishy and muddy now, but I'm guessing plants will start sprouting after this when sun comes back.
We were dumped on, like the snowfall was halfway up my deck last weekend. It was a mess! I am so ready for spring. I planted a whole bunch of bulbs last year, so I am hoping they will sprout up this year. Lots of hyacinths and tulips. I don't know if they will be dormant for a year and come up next year or if I will get lucky and see them this spring. I do hope my blueberry and blackberry bushes do well. The blueberries did fruit last year, so we shall see.
DeleteThose blah days outdoors sure do suck. Thankfully no snow here for a while, hoping it stays that way for another month and then we are out of the woods. Sure looks like one that does the trick when you just feel blah, but hopefully not sick.
ReplyDeleteI can send you some of our snow. We definitely have more than enough to spare.
DeleteI never cook anything that requires that much labor
ReplyDeleteYou might actually have a lot of fun if you and Daisy made a few elaborate meals in the kitchen every now and again.
DeleteLove these sounds and lookis delicious, love yours pictures Theresa!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Gloria. I always love your recipes too!
DeleteThat looks so good. I think you missed your calling as a food photographer. This is making me hungry!
ReplyDeleteYou're too sweet Stacie ♥
DeleteVery informative post. Please comment and follow my blog. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the rainy, overcast gloomy days. While everyone else is hating it, I'm at the window loving it.
ReplyDeleteIt's a great day to curl up with a hot cup of tea and a good book when it rains!
DeletePenne pasta is one of my favorite pastas. I love this recipe, especially with the eggplant!
ReplyDeleteThank you Melissa!
DeleteYour photos really brings the meal to life! I think this looks so delicious!
ReplyDeleteThank you Vera :)
DeleteThis does look good, and easy too!
ReplyDeleteI tend to make soups when I'm super busy. Let the crock pot do most of the work.
I need to break out my crockpot more often. It is so handy for busy moms like us!
DeleteI had a good laugh at the pun for the title. This is a winning meal in my eyes. Pasta all day every day!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sara!
DeleteThis recipe looks really fresh and tasty! Perfect for an appetizer or meal substitute!
ReplyDeleteThank you Wendy!
DeleteWe eat spaghetti at least once a week. Other than that it's tacos, beans and quick meals.
ReplyDeleteYes! I use beans a lot in my pressure cooker. Makes mealtimes so much faster!
DeleteI wasn't aware cooking with honey looks this good! Although it is just a small amount you added, I am sure it made a difference. A pasta dish is always welcome in my family. We're going to enjoy this!
ReplyDeleteThank you Annemarie :)
DeleteI love the title of this post. I love penne paste is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kiwi!
DeleteYummy! As a passionate lover of pasta, I will have to try this recipe, especially after a hard workout, Theresa. I would have never though of adding honey to this recipe. :)
ReplyDeleteHoney is a wonderful addition to pasta!
DeletePenne has this exquisite taste and I love the hint of honey on it! Thanks for the recipe, Theresa..
ReplyDeletePenne is wonderful, isn't it!?
DeleteThe title made me laugh. I love that you used eggplant in there!! Pasta is always great for a fast meal that everyone enjoys.
ReplyDeleteI'm embarrassed to admit that I just started eating eggplant less than a year ago. I can't believe I've been missing out this whole time!
DeleteEither Spaghetti or Chicken Alfredo (on quick dinner nights, we use the John Seouls pre-cooked chicken, and a bottle of Alfredo sauce) with a Caesar salad. Another go to quick recipe is Taco Soup.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter could eat alfredo all day every day. I love the idea of using jarred sauce, but she insists that I make it from scratch, which really doesn't play into quick mealtime solutions lol. Oh, I made those unicorn poop cupcakes and frosted them before they cooled. It melted the frosting right off lol. Whoops! I'll retry them again sometime so you can see. They would have been really pretty, I think, if I would have had some patience :)
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