Dinner and a movie at Home

Want to have fun, romance and a great meal? Cook with your partner! It’s a fun way to spend time together and get help in the kitchen!

 While cooking over a hot stove after a long day at work may not seem very fun, having someone to cook with can change your attitude completely. Have fun in the kitchen and in your relationship! Don’t stress about cutting ingredients perfectly or trying to take over. Relax and have fun!

 This is a great easy recipe that allows you to take a quick break, while the food refrigerates – it gives you time to enjoy a movie or your favorite TV show!

 Here’s a delicious recipe to try with your sweetheart:

Asian Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

• 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 cup snow peas
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup Asian style salad dressing
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1 (16 oz) package of pasta
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Boil broccoli for 3 to 5 minutes then remove from water.
2. Boil snow peas for 1 to 2 minutes then remove from water.
3. Boil past until soft and drain.
4. Toss pasta with salad dressing.
5. Add broccoli, red pepper, red onion, snow peas, ginger, and garlic.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Refrigerate for several hours.

BREAK TIME: Enjoy a movie, watch TV shows, play board games or card games!

8. Go back to the pasta and garnish with sesame oil and sesame seeds and   enjoy!

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