Spinach-Ricotta Gnocchi with Walnut-Gorgonzola Sauce

To prepare the gnocchi mixture, squeeze the chopped spinach to remove excess liquid.  Place the spinach in a large bowl, add the egg, and stir…

Tuna and Walnut Pasta Salad

Canned tuna, toasted walnuts, jarred roasted red peppers and cooked pasta—dinner is done.

Spring Linguine with Spinach, Peas and Walnuts

An easy weeknight supper, this also doubles as deceptively elegant dinner party item.

Spinach Lasagna with Walnut Pesto

This easy version of lasagna uses the rich taste of spinach and pesto instead of a heavy Bolognese sauce.

Mac and Cheese Makeover

For maximum flavor using minimal saturated fat, be sure to use very sharp cheddar cheese in this recipe.

Linguine with California Walnut Lemon Cream Sauce

Zesty lemon and crunchy California walnuts make this quick pasta scrumptious and satisfying.

Farfalle with Applewood Smoked Chicken

An arugula-walnut pesto tops this chicken pasta dish.

Spaghetti and Chicken Meatballs

Place ground chicken, egg, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic, oregano and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl. Knead mixture together with hands until evenly combined.  Divide…

Stuffed Peppers with Bulgur-Walnut Pilaf

Use warm-colored (red, yellow, and/or orange) bell peppers for this, if you can. They are much sweeter than green ones.

Smart Spaghetti and Meatballs with Tomato Sauce

Lighter than traditional meatballs, these poultry versions are tasty and baked instead of fried

Pasta Salad with Chickpeas, Walnuts and Arugula

You can use those tiny fresh mozzarella balls (they are so good), and if they seem too big you can cut them in half, or…

Broccoli Walnut Noodles

Pasta and broccoli are topped with toasted walnuts.

Chicken with Fragrant Fried Rice and Walnuts

The aromas of toasted walnuts, Chinese five-spice powder, jasmine rice, and pineapple will make you eager to try this colorful one-dish meal.

Italian Meatballs with California Raisins

Combination of meats with California raisins, red wine and seasonings make great meatballs.

Jane’s Favorite Tri-Colored Salad

An eye-catching salad to make your mouth smile.