CelebFoodie Greek Spaghetti

Many proud greek celebs like Jennifer Aniston and Maria Menudos LOVE to share their heritage with the world. They have appeared on camera or written books about the delicious food that was served in their house growing up.

Although I am NOT greek, I love greek food. Ask any of my friends. When we go out, it's almost annoying that they can pick what I will end up ordering. I love fresh flavors, and the simplicity of greek meals. I was looking for something to serve at a BBQ that would require little to no refrigeration, and I think I created a winner. Greek Spaghetti can be done in a variety of ways. I have seen it sweet with cinnamon, or salty with a multitude of cheeses.

I decided to put my own spin on the classic meal.

CelebFoodie Greek Spaghetti

You will need:
1 pound spaghetti
1 package cherry tomatoes
1 can black olives
2 red bell peppers
1 green bell pepper
1 can marinated artichoke hearts
1 cup feta cheese
1 cup ripped fresh basil
1/2 ripped fresh flat leaf parsley
1/2 chopped white onions
extra virgin olive oil
salt, pepper to taste

Cook spaghetti, drain, and add to a large serving bowl. Allow the pasta to cool down a bit before adding other ingredients.

Half the cherry tomatoes and add them to the pasta. Chop, de-vein and remove the seeds from the bell peppers. Cut them into bit sized pieces, and add to the pasta.

Drain the olives, halve them, and add to the mix. Drain the can of artichoke hearts, and sauté them in a small pan with olive oil until they are golden. After they cool, add to the pasta. Add chopped onions.

Add the cup of feta, basil, and parsley. Mix together until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Add the olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Keep mixing until you see that the oil is coating everything.

Finish with 1/4 cup of lemon juice.

OOOPAH!

Elisabetta Cannalis Tomato Sauce

I had such high hopes for George Clooney and his Italian supermodel girlfriend, Elisabetta Cannalis. They have been together for quite some time now, and all signs were pointing to marriage. Did this beauty finally tame the "forever bachelor?"


Sadly, the couple sent out a joint statement yesterday saying they were splitting up. "We are not together anymore. It is very difficult and very personal and we hope everyone can respect our privacy."


So what does an Italian super model do now? Move on from heartbreaker George! I guarantee she won't have any trouble finding a new guy. Elisabetta is back in Milan staying with family, and that inspired me to create a classic Italian staple, for a classic Italian beauty.


The Elisabetta Cannalis Tomato Sauce.


You will need:

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• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 large can diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 pinch of sugar
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup fresh basil
• 1 tsp fresh ground pepper

Start off by putting the olive oil in a pot over medium/high heat. Drop in the chopped garlic and mix until slightly browned and tender. Add the chopped onions and mix together. You are looking for the onions to become slightly translucent, and then browned.

Add in the tomato sauce, chopped tomatoes, sugar, salt, oregano. Stir together and reduce the heat to medium/low. Let the sauce simmer, and stir occasionally.


After simmering for 15 minutes tear in the 1/2 cup of fresh basil. Turn the heat to low, and simmer for as long as you want. I find that it tastes better the longer you let it go for! 

And if your into meat sauce....fear not! Break open the casing of a few uncooked sausages, and some lean ground beef. Cook the meat with the onions and garlic. Add the tomatoes and spices, and you are good to go.


Mangiamo!