Alberta Beef Mushroom And Pepper Pasta Food

MEATY MUSHROOM & PEPPER PASTA

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
• Meanwhile, cook ground beef in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 3 min., stirring frequently. Add mushrooms; cook 5 min. or until beef is done and mushrooms are tender, stirring occasionally; drain. Add pasta sauce and pepper; stir. Cook and stir on low heat 2 to 3 min. or until heated through. Stir in cheese.
• Drain spaghetti. Add to sauce mixture in skillet; stir until evenly coated.

MUSHROOM AND BLACK PEPPER PASTA

Steps:

• Bring a pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the linguine and cook for 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta. Set the pasta and pasta water aside.
• Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook until the mushrooms have browned, about 3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt. Add the cream and Parmesan, then bring to a simmer. Add the pasta and the pasta water and toss together, allowing the sauce to thicken, about 2 minutes. Add the black pepper and toss to distribute. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

ALBERTA BEEF, MUSHROOM AND PEPPER PASTA

Steps:

• Saute bacon until crisp.
• Remove and set aside.
• Add onions and saute for 5 minutes.
• Add paprika and caraway, saute for 1 minute.
• Add beef and toss well, cook 3-5 minutes until beef is browned.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Add stock and wine. Bring to a boil and simmer covered for 30 minutes. Remove cover and simmer 30 longer.
• Bring 2 quarts of water to a rolling boil, and cook pasta according to package directions, drain , and set aside keeping warm.
• Whisk sour cream and flour together, add to meat mixture, and set aside keeping warm.
• Saute mushrooms in oil for 3 minutes.
• Add peppers and saute for another 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Top pasta first with beef mixture, then mushroom/ pepper mixture and sprinkle with bacon.

BEEF, PEPPER & MUSHROOM KABOBS

Steps:

• Trim fat from beef steak; cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces.
• In large bowl, whisk together seasoning ingredients; add beef, bell pepper and mushrooms, tossing to coat. Alternately thread pieces of beef, bell pepper and mushrooms on each of four 12-inch metal skewers.
• Prepare rice according to package directions; keep warm.
• Meanwhile, place kabobs on rack in broiler pan so surface of meat is 3 to 4 inches from heat. Broil 9 to 12 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally.
• Season with salt. Serve kabobs with rice. Makes 4 servings (serving size; 1 kabob and 3/4 cup rice) Total preparation and cooking time: 30 minutes Cook's Tip: To grill, place kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered cools.
• Grill kabobs, uncovered, 8 to 11 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally; season with salt.