Best 9 Easy Straw And Hay Recipes

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Straw and hay are two common ingredients used in culinary creations. They provide a unique texture and flavor to dishes, often adding a rustic or earthy touch. When combined, they create a dish known as "easy straw and hay," which is a delightful and flavorful combination. This dish can be prepared in various ways, with different methods and ingredients used to create distinct variations. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of "easy straw and hay," providing you with a selection of recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. From classic preparations to modern interpretations, we'll explore the culinary possibilities of this intriguing dish, ensuring you find the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds.

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HAY AND STRAW



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This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, it's pretty, too. This colorful pasta dish combines julienned ham, Parmesan cheese, peas and linguine.-Priscilla Weaver, Hagerstown, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) linguine
2 cups julienned fully cooked ham
1 tablespoon butter
3 cups frozen peas
1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute ham in butter for 3 minutes. Add peas; heat through. Drain linguine; toss with the ham mixture, Parmesan cheese and cream. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

STRAW AND HAY



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Years after I clipped this recipe from a local newspaper, it's still one of my husband's and my favorites. Sometimes I substitute shrimp or scallops for the ham. We can't decide which way we like it more!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham (4 ounces)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the milk, cottage cheese and cornstarch; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small saucepan; add the salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese until melted., Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook ham and garlic for 2 minutes. Add peas; cook until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese sauce. , Drain fettuccine. Add to sauce; toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

EASY STRAW AND HAY



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Bring the fabulous flavors of Italy to your dinner table! Serve colorful pasta cooked with ham and Broccoli Florets - a dish that's ready in 30 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz. uncooked fettuccine
8 oz. uncooked spinach fettuccine
2 cups frozen 100% broccoli florets
1 (16-oz.) jar Parmesan and mozzarella pasta sauce
6 oz. prosciutto or cooked ham, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup sliced roasted red peppers (from a jar)
1 (2.25-oz.) can sliced ripe olives, drained
2 oz. (1/2 cup) shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine in large saucepan to desired doneness as directed on package. (Spinach fettuccine may cook in less time; add to plain fettuccine according to times on package.) Add broccoli during last 3 to 4 minutes of cooking time. Drain in colander.
  • In same saucepan, heat sauce as directed on jar. Add fettuccine and broccoli; mix well. Stir in ham, roasted peppers and olives. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 1530 mg, Sugar 3 g

STRAW AND HAY



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One of my own personal top 10. The "straw and hay" is the combination of fettucini and spinach noodles. Wonderfully tasty dish! From Family Circle magazine way back in the 80s.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 chopped onions
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 cup butter, divided
8 ounces ham, diced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash nutmeg
1 dash sage
fresh ground pepper
1 cup heavy cream, divided
boiling water
8 ounces fettuccine pasta
8 ounces spinach fettuccine
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In medium skillet, sauté onions and garlic in 1/4 cup butter until onion is golden.
  • Stir in ham, mushrooms, basil, salt, nutmeg, sage, thyme and pepper; sauté 3 minutes.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup cream.
  • Cook, stirring until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In large deep skillet, melt remaining butter over low heat, blend in remaining 1/2 cup cream.
  • Add pasta; toss lightly to coat with sauce.
  • Add 1/2 ham and mushroom sauce and Parmesan cheese.
  • Toss thoroughly.
  • Make a well in the center of the pasta; pour in remaining ham and mushroom sauce.
  • Serve immediately.

STRAW AND HAY PASTA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup finely minced onion
4 ounces prosciutto, julienne
1 cup heavy cream
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup fresh peas
6 ounces fresh egg fettuccine
6 ounces fresh spinach fettuccine
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, bring salted water to a rapid boil.
  • In a large saute pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. When the butter is melted, add the onions and saute until translucent, but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the prosciutto and cook 1 more minute, stirring. Add the cream and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the sauce is just thick enough to lightly coat the back of a spoon. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Add the peas and remove from the heat.
  • Cook the pasta to al dente. Return the sauce to the heat. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Toss well and season with salt and pepper. Finish with parmesan and more cracked black pepper.

STRAW & HAY WITH GORGONZOLA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
4 ounces prosciutto, cut crosswise in 1/2-inch-thick matchsticks
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 large)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 ounces Italian Gorgonzola dolce, crumbled
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
8 to 10 ounces tagliatelle or fettucine, such as Cipriani
2 cups frozen peas, defrosted (8 ounces)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1/4 cup julienned fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water, add 1 tablespoon of salt, and bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large (12-inch) saute pan over medium heat. Add the prosciutto and cook for 5 minutes, separating the slices with tongs, until crisp. Remove to a plate and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the onion to the saute pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the cream, Gorgonzola, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper and bring the sauce to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until thickened. Turn off the heat.
  • When the sauce is almost done, add the pasta to the pot of boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the pasta, allowing some of the water to remain. Pour the pasta into the pan with the sauce. Add the peas, Parmesan, basil, and prosciutto and toss well. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water. Taste for seasonings and serve hot with extra Parmesan.

LIGHT- STRAW AND HAY



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Hot days, necessitate quick and easy meals this recipe is a staple in our house. This lighter version of the traditional is rich in flavors, with out the heavy cream sauce.

Provided by COOKNTXS

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 minced shallots
1 lb chicken sausage
1/2 lb turkey bacon
1 lb fresh mushrooms (optional)
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup peas (frozen)
6 ounces fettuccine
6 ounces spinach fettuccine
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups fat-free chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, bring salted water to a rapid boil. Cook both pastas until al den te' drain and return to pot to keep warm. (Do not return pot to heat)
  • Remove chicken sausage from casings, discard casings, and slice bacon into strips vertically. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, ADD 1 tbs. olive oil, sausage and bacon brown, drain on paper towel, then ADD reserved 1tbs. olive oil, shallots and mushrooms, sauté 1-2 minutes, ADD drained bacon and sausage cook 1 more minute, stirring. ADD the chicken broth and peas simmer 2-3 more minutes.
  • Pour sausage, chicken broth mixture over pasta and toss top with fresh grated parmesan cheese and cracked pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 177.6, Sodium 1548, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 28.4

STRAW AND HAY PASTA



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Add something creamy to your family's Italian cuisine night! Serve this easy straw and hay pasta made with ham - a dish that's ready in 40 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon margarine, butter or spread
1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms (4 ounces)
4 ounces fully cooked smoked ham, cut into 1x1/4-inch strips
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 cup brandy or chicken broth
1 cup whipping (heavy) cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated fettuccine
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach fettuccine
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms, ham, parsley and onion in margarine, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender. Stir in brandy. Cook uncovered until liquid has evaporated.
  • Stir in whipping cream, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  • Cook and drain fettuccines as directed on package. Mix fettuccines and sauce. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715, Carbohydrate 87 g, Cholesterol 200 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 740 mg

"STRAW AND HAY"



"Straw and hay," as the name of this pasta recipe translates, is a common dish in Italy, especially in northern Italy, Emilia-Romagna, the heart of fresh pasta making. It always includes a little prosciutto, the sauce is cream-based, and it needs lots of grated cheese. Here I added some chopped scallions for freshness, although the dish always has peas. It is best if made with fresh pasta, but dry fettuccine will still yield a perfectly delicious dish.

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta pot
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
6 ounces prosciutto, sliced, cut into 1-inch strips
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and finely chopped
1 cup chicken stock (see page 40)
1 cup heavy cream
1 pound "straw and hay" (green and yellow) or plain fettuccine
1 cup grated Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for pasta.
  • Melt the butter in the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until softened but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add prosciutto, peas, and scallions. Cook until scallions are wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with the salt, then add the stock and cream. Adjust heat so the sauce is cooking rapidly, then simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Slip the fettuccine into the boiling water, and cook until al dente. When the pasta and sauce are ready, remove the pasta with tongs and add directly to the sauce, along with 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Increase the heat so the sauce is boiling, and toss to coat the pasta with the sauce. When the sauce is thickened and coats the pasta, remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with the grated cheese. Toss well, and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • For a fun and unique twist, try using different colored straws for different flavors of lemonade.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the strawberries and mint leaves together with a fork or spoon.
  • To make a virgin version of the strawberry hay cocktail, simply omit the vodka.
  • If you're making the lemonade ahead of time, be sure to store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.
  • Garnish your drinks with a few fresh strawberries or mint leaves for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer drink or a fun and festive party punch, these straw and hay recipes are sure to please. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they're the perfect way to enjoy the warm weather and celebrate the season.

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