Hay and straw, often associated with animal feed and bedding, might not be the first ingredients that come to mind when thinking about cooking. However, throughout history and in various cultures, people have discovered unique ways to utilize these materials in culinary creations. From crispy fried hay to flavorful straw-infused beverages, hay and straw have been transformed into surprising and delectable dishes. In this article, we will explore the unexpected culinary possibilities of hay and straw, providing recipes and insights into their unique flavors and textures.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
HAY AND STRAW
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
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 PASTA
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 AND HAY PASTA
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 PASTA WITH CREAM AND SMOKED SALMON
Steps:
- Cook the pasta and while it is cooking, melt butter over low heat. Stir in the salmon and warm it for a few seconds Add the cream and reduce over low heat until somewhat thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper. When pasta is done, drain it and return it to saucepan and toss with sauce; adjust seasoning and serve garnished with chives and caviar if you wish.
CREAMY STRAW AND HAY FETTUCCINE
Steps:
- Directions 1. Cook pasta following package directions. Drain well. 2. While pasta is cooking, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; sauté for 10 minutes. 3. Stir in cream, peas, sun-dried tomatoes, prosciutto, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 4. Toss cooked pasta with sauce. If desired, sprinkle with additional cheese and garnish with herbs.
GARDEN-STYLE STRAW AND HAY PASTA WITH BAGNA CAUDA SAUCE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 9h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a small pot of water to a low boil, then add the garlic and simmer for 20 minutes. Let cool, then drain, peel and mash into a paste. Season with sea salt.
- Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a large pot and season with salt. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Cut the vegetables into similar shapes and sizes but keep them separate. Blanch the vegetables, one kind at a time, until tender-crisp. Delicate vegetables like thin beans will take 1 to 2 minutes, firmer vegetables like squash will take 3 minutes. After each batch, transfer them to the ice bath to cool using a spider or a small strainer. Drain well.
- Heat the EVOO in a small pot over medium heat. Add the anchovies and stir until they break down and melt into the oil. Add the heavy cream, butter and garlic paste, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until thickened. Let the sauce cool, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate overnight (or longer).
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta and season with salt. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Add the vegetables in the last 2 minutes of cooking to reheat them. Reheat the bagna cauda sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Toss the pasta and vegetables with the sauce and the parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
STRAW AND HAY VEGETABLE SALAD
Steps:
- In a small saucepan cook 6 garlic cloves, peeled, in boiling water to cover for 15 minutes, or until they are soft, and drain them. In a food processor fitted with the steel blade or in a blender blend the garlic cloves with 1 large egg yolk and 4 teaspoons lemon juice. With the motor running add 1/2 cup each of olive oil and vegetable oil in a stream. Blend in 1/4 cup lukewarm water, add lemon juice, cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste, and transfer the dressing to a serving bowl.Halve crosswise 1 seedless cucumber and with a vegetable peeler cut it lengthwise into very thin slices. Cut the slices lengthwise into 1/8-inch-wide strands and transfer the strands to a salad bowl. With the vegetable peeler cut 3/4 pound daikon (Oriental white radish, available at Oriental markets) lengthwise into very thin slices. Cut the slices lengthwise into 1/8-inch-wide strands and transfer the strands to the salad bowl. Toss the vegetable strands with 3 tablespoons shredded pickled ginger (available at Oriental markets), drizzle some of the dressing over the salad, and serve the remaining dressing separately. Serves 4.
Tips:
- Choose the right hay or straw: Different types of hay and straw have different properties, so it's important to choose the right one for your recipe. For example, oat hay is a good choice for stuffing, while rye straw is often used for mulching.
- Prepare the hay or straw properly: Before using hay or straw in your recipe, it's important to prepare it properly. This may involve soaking it in water, steaming it, or drying it out.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Just like with any other recipe, it's important to use fresh, high-quality ingredients when cooking with hay or straw. This will help ensure that your dish turns out delicious.
- Be creative: There are many different ways to use hay and straw in cooking. Don't be afraid to experiment and come up with your own unique recipes.
Conclusion:
Hay and straw are versatile and flavorful ingredients that can be used in a variety of dishes. With a little creativity, you can use hay and straw to create delicious and unique meals that your friends and family will love. So next time you're looking for something new to try, don't forget about hay and straw!
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