Pasta House Branson

[Danoinark]

Snagged I for one hate the chain Chinese places.

There is one in Harrison that is family owned though and quite tasty....Grand Fortuna.

Dano

[Terry Beeson]

OK... I recalled a dish I had a few years ago and decided to give it a try... Came out pretty good. So I thought I would share.

Now, mind you, I'm not one of those "recipe" types. I add a bit of this, some of that, and a dash of the other... So the amount of spices is not exact and is up to you.... to taste.

1/2 stick butter

Olive oil (about 4 Tbs)

1/2 cup or so chopped onion

Minced garlic to taste

1 qt half and half

1 can tomato paste

1 Tbs Italian seasoning (or oregano, basil. parsley, thyme)

1 tsp ground red pepper

1 tsp paparika

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

Melt butter and olive oil in sauce pan.

Add onion and garlic. saute until onion is translucent.

Add the rest of the ingredients except the cheese.

Bring to just a boil and reduce heat.

Simmer for at least 20 minutes on low.

Add cheese and stir until melted.

Now... Take your favorite pasta and some cooked shrimp - peeled and deveined. Small shrimp are best.

Plate the pasta, top with shrimp, then pour on the sauce to your liking.

Of course, a nice Chiante to go with the dish is nice...

[Paola Cat]

TB ... Awesome recipe. Try the Clemente VII Chianti Classico ... a little pricey but worth it on special occasions. PC

[Gary Lange]

I am married to a nice Italian Girl and tomorrow is Pasta Day and Christmas Eve is Lasagna night. It is all just great and man I can't wait until tomorrow.