Best 6 Garbage Pasta Recipes

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Welcome to the wonderful world of "garbage pasta," a culinary concoction that transforms leftovers, scraps, and pantry staples into a delicious and satisfying meal. Also known as "cucina avanzi," which means "leftover cuisine" in Italian, garbage pasta is an art of thrift and creativity in the kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice experimenting with new flavors, this article will guide you through the process of creating your own unique garbage pasta dish. Get ready to dive into a culinary adventure that celebrates the beauty of transforming odds and ends into a delectable feast.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CABBAGE AND PASTA



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A wonderfully tasty and easy cabbage side dish. Perfect for backyard barbeques or a complement to pork chops.

Provided by Susan Leckrone

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 cup butter
1 medium head cabbage, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add farfalle pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the cabbage, onion, and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Cook 15 minutes, or until the cabbage and onion are tender.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cooked farfalle and the cabbage mixture. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 81.3 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 442.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

GARBAGE PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by Susan52

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12-ounce) package twist rainbow pasta
1/2 head fresh cauliflower, cut into small florets
1/2 head fresh broccoli, cut into small florets
1/2 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1 cup 1/2-inch chunks Cheddar cheese
1 cup pepperoni slices, cut in half
1 (16-ounce) can black olives, drained
3/4 cup Italian dressing

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and let cool. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients; add pasta and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

GARBAGE SALAD WITH SWEET ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves chopped
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 clove garlic, grated on a rasp grater
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces (about 6 cups)
1 small head romaine, cut into bite-size pieces (about 8 cups)
1/4 head red cabbage, cut into small dice
6 to 8 cremini mushrooms, cut into small dice
2 carrots, peeled and cut into small dice
2 small Roma tomatoes, cut into small dice
4 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • For the pancetta: Heat a medium skillet over low-medium heat and add the pancetta in a single layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate in a single layer until ready to top.
  • For the sweet Italian vinaigrette: Put the parsley and thyme in a medium bowl and add the vinegar. Let stand for a few minutes, then whisk in some salt and pepper. Whisk in the garlic, oregano, mustard and honey. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil and whisk until combined.
  • For the salad: Place the iceberg and romaine in a large bowl. Top with the red cabbage, mushrooms, carrots, tomatoes, Gorgonzola and pancetta. Before serving, pour in a healthy amount of dressing and mix well. Top with black pepper if desired.

GARBAGE PASTA



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This is the translation from Italian....could also be called 'Kitchen Sink' pasta. Whatever, sure is tasty (and healthy, especially when using whole wheat pasta). I've tinkered with this a bit and the result tastes great.

Provided by Ed Mayfield @manofpans

Categories     Pasta

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 tablespoon(s) chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon(s) whole pine nuts
2 tablespoon(s) raisins, preferably golden
1 tablespoon(s) capers, rinsed and chopped
1/4 cup(s) grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon(s) dried oregano
1 tablespoon(s) chopped parsley
1/4 cup(s) sliced black olives, drained
- salt, to taste
8 ounce(s) thick spaghetti (i used whole wheat linguine
4 slice(s) bacon, fried and crumbled
1/4 cup(s) shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. When hot, add both nuts and saute until pine nuts turn slightly golden. Add the raisins, capers and tomatoes, stirring frequently for about five minutes.
  • Add oregano, parlsley and olives. Stir well and cook for one minute longer. Salt to taste. Set aside.
  • Cook spaghetti according to directions and drain well.
  • Add sphaghetti to the skillet and heat briefly, tossing to mix all ingredients. Place mixture on the serving plate and top with shredded parmesan and crumbled bacon.

CREAMY LEMON & CABBAGE PASTA WITH GARLIC CRUMBS



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Throwing together store cupboard staples with pasta can make a surprisingly luxurious supper

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large handfuls fresh chunky breadcrumbs
3 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves , finely chopped
200g short pasta , such as twists, farfalle or penne
1 medium onion , chopped
125ml white wine
zest ½ lemon
140g crème fraîche
½ small head Savoy cabbage , very thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with half the oil and 1 garlic clove, and season well. Spread out on a large baking tray and bake for 8 mins, until crisp and golden. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pan of boiling water until al dente. Meanwhile, pour the remaining oil into a frying pan, add the onion and remaining garlic, season and cook for about 4 mins until golden, then add the wine and lemon zest. Reduce for a few mins, then add the crème fraîche. Remove from heat but keep warm.
  • Add the cabbage to the pasta water for the last 3 mins of cooking time. Drain and return to the pan, add the creamy sauce to the pasta and toss together. Divide between 2 bowls and top with the crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 963 calories, Fat 48 grams fat, SaturatedFat 21 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 114 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 0.68 milligram of sodium

PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, CARAMELIZED CABBAGE AND GOAT CHEESE



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Pasta with cabbage is a common combination across much of Central and Eastern Europe. In this quick weeknight meal, an entire head of cabbage is cooked in the fat left behind by sweet Italian sausage. Goat cheese adds tang and helps create a cream sauce that ties everything together. Feel free to use this recipe as a guideline to come up with your own variation: Try it with your favorite shape of pasta, swap out the thyme for dill, parsley or another herb, or substitute the goat cheese for Parmesan.

Provided by Aaron Hutcherson

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and black pepper
8 ounces dry rotini or other shaped pasta
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 small head savoy cabbage (about 1 1/2 pounds), quartered, cored and thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces goat cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 7 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium. Add the sausage and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked and crumbled, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sausage to a plate, leaving the fat in the pan.
  • Add the cabbage, onion, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet. Cover and cook, stirring regularly, until the cabbage has completely wilted and starts to brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, goat cheese and reserved sausage until evenly combined. Stir in the pasta, season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Tips:

  • Use leftover ingredients: Garbage pasta is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, proteins, and sauces.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are no rules when it comes to garbage pasta, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
  • Use a variety of textures: To make your pasta dish more interesting, use a variety of textures, such as crunchy vegetables, soft cheese, and chewy pasta.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This will help the pasta hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: You want the vegetables to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes a garbage pasta dish, so be sure to use a sauce that you love.
  • Serve immediately: Garbage pasta is best served immediately after it is made.

Conclusion:

Garbage pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for using up leftover ingredients. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. With a little creativity, you can create a garbage pasta dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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