It's been such a busy time at work recently that I look forward to weekends with more happy anticipation than I ever have before. Working in a college's Admissions office means that spring time is exceptionally hectic. While others go on spring break or take a week to go south, we're busy working to put next fall's entering class together. So, by the time 4:30 Friday afternoon arrived, I was ready to turn off my computer, flip the light switch, and leave the building. Unfortunately, early on I realized that I wasn't feeling well, and that feeling only intensified as the day progressed. Any day that I turn down a lunch hour, or lunch for that matter, means that something is very wrong! Once I arrived at home, I settled in and had a very quiet night, having to cancel on babysitting for my two little grandsons (another clue that I am not well! - I'd never miss the chance to spend time with my boys).
Having not eaten for the day, by late last night I was hungry but couldn't stand the thought of food - an odd conflict within. So, I made what my mother might have made me when I was a little girl - some little pasta with just a touch of butter, salt, and pepper, which caused no problems and eased the hunger pangs.
Today is a new day.
Sick Day Pasta - so simple, yet so soothing
Small pasta, like acini de pepe or ditalini, cooked and drained
Pat of butter
little salt and pepper
...and, if you're feeling up to it, transform this simple dish to Pastina:
one beaten egg
grated parmesan, romano cheese
a little sprinkling of your favorite herbs
(beat egg and stir with drained, hot pasta, cheese, and herbs over low heat until egg is cooked through).
Hope you all have a great weekend!
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