Pasta & Noodles Archives - COLUMBUS® Craft Meats

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad with Hot Sopressata

There are plenty of times when pasta salad is the perfect dish to share, and unusual takes on this favorite dish are always worth trying. Bow-tie pasta, topped with strips of pleasantly spicy COLUMBUS® Hot Sopressata Salami, marinated artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, toasted pine nuts, shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves lend zing, complementary textures and a delightful nutty taste. The recipe’s dressing takes this to a new level of delicious: marinara sauce joins with red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, crushed red pepper and more to fulfill your cold pasta cravings. Turn to Zesty Italian Pasta Salad COLUMBUS® Hot Sopressata any time of year, but especially when a warm pasta dish is off the table.

Creamy Pasta Salad with Finocchiona Salame

COLUMBUS® Finocchiona Salame’s sweet fennel flavor, with hints of garlic and sherry wine create a taste that’s both mellow and distinct in this pasta salad. This recipe takes that delicious fennel taste one step further by incorporating finely chopped fresh fennel bulb, as well as celery, cornichons, capers and chopped herbs. The dressing, composed of mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar, lends a rich finish that ties the entire dish together. Creamy Pasta Salad with COLUMBUS® Finocchiona Salame is perfect for entertaining a crowd and bringing loved ones together around your table.

Risotto with Calabrese Salami and Mushrooms

Risotto with COLUMBUS® Calabrese Salami and Mushrooms looks and smells as delicious as it tastes. Elevating a classic mushroom risotto recipe with COLUMBUS® Calabrese Salami means added flavors of crushed red pepper and red bell peppers with a spicy finish. Grated Parmesan cheese provides the perfect complement to ensure this dish delivers on creamy, rich goodness.

Linguine with Clams and Chorizo

A favorite flavor profile can be found in this seafood recipe that requires just 15 minutes of prep time. Seasoned with smoked paprika and fresh garlic for a zesty, spicy bite, COLUMBUS® Chorizo melds with buttery garlic, shallots and crushed red peppers for a delightful base to which clams and white wine are added. Combined with linguine, finished with bright lemon juice and fresh parsley, Linguine with Clams and COLUMBUS® Chorizo guarantees you a fresh and exciting new dish in your meal rotation.

Pasta with Summer Squash, Genoa Salami and Ricotta

COLUMBUS® Genoa Salami and fresh summer squash unite with garganelli pasta to make an appetizing meal perfect any time of year, but ideal for seasonal fresh produce. Garlic, oregano and sun-dried tomatoes provide a balance of spice and sweet, while ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese create a rich, creamy sauce to bring all the ingredients together. Prepare Pasta with Summer Squash, COLUMBUS® Genoa Salami and Ricotta for a summer weeknight meal that’s light on prep and gives plenty of flavor.

Pasta with Asparagus and Crispy Prosciutto

When pasta is the answer, consider reaching for COLUMBUS^® Prosciutto and bucatini for a satisfying meal that’s ready in a half hour. Ribbons of sweet asparagus mingle with spicy garlic and crushed red peppers, while nutty parmesan offers an irresistible richness to the pasta. Our lean Prosciutto provides a savory flavor that blends perfectly with bright herbs to complete the dish.

Italian Dry Salami Pasta Carbonara

No one can resist Pasta Carbonara, but it’s fun to experiment with a classic. COLUMBUS^® Italian Dry Salami Pasta Carbonara features crispy salami alongside all the traditional elements: spaghetti, eggs, Parmesan cheese and Pecorino cheese. This creamy and rich dish is an instant favorite with salami lovers.

Pancetta and Creamy Leek Pappardelle

With only 15 minutes of prep time, this pasta recipe is an easy meal to make at home any night of the week. COLUMBUS® Pancetta and Creamy Leek Pappardelle features golden brown and crispy diced COLUMBUS® Pancetta sprinkled upon sautéed caramelized, tender leeks, combined with heavy cream and thyme to unite the flavors in perfect harmony. As a dish that’s sure to delight a wide range of tastes, keep this recipe handy because it won’t keep you from enjoying your dinner guests.