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Cooking with Colavita – Mixing Things Up! #MomsLoveColavita

November 19, 2014 by Emilee Evans

It’s no secret I love Italian food. I’m pretty sure my love of Italian food is rubbing off on our children as well, which is good for me because that means I can make it more often! The problem is, though, I’ve kind of gotten stuck in a rut. I like all sorts of Italian food yet I seem to always use the same ingredients and recipes over and over again. I was in desperate need of expanding and trying new things! I was thrilled for the chance to try the Colavita Simply Italian Gift Basket!
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Disclosure: I participated in this event on behalf of Wendy’s Bloggers for Colavita. I received Colavita products to facilitate my review. Regardless, all opinions are my own and those of my family.
Colavita is a family-owned olive oil and Italian food brand that offers a variety of great Italian foods and oils. When I received my Colavita Simply Italian Gift Basket, I couldn’t wait to open it up and check out everything! It’s not only chock full of goodies, but it comes nicely packaged as well! This automatically made me thing “What a perfect gift!”
Cooking with Colavita
The Colavita Simply Italian Gift Basket includes:

  • Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Colavita Balsamic Vinegar
  • Cirio Crushed Tomato with Basil
  • Colavita Eggplant & Sweet Peppers
  • Colavita Olive Bruschetta
  • Colavita Marinara Sauce
  • Colavita Tomato Basil Sauce
  • Colavita Penne Rigate
  • Dal Raccolto Capellini
  • Dal Raccolto Orchiette
  • Almond Cantuccini

All of this for just $75! What a great value, right? I was excited by the possibilities! The best part is they also offer a complete recipe library, so if you’re stuck in a rut like I have been, inspiration is at the click of the mouse! I got to try my hand at a new Italian Recipe from Colavita!

Eggplant and Sweet Pepper Veggie Pasta (Serves 4)

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil OR 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 jar Colavita Eggplant and Sweet Peppers
  • 1 pound Colavita Pasta
  • ½ jar Colavita Marinara Sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan Cheese

The only substitution I made was using shredded cheese versus grated cheese because we moved recently, and I haven’t found all of my kitchen utensils yet!
Preparation:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Heat 2 tbsp Colavita Olive Oil in large skillet over medium-low heat.
(These can be done simultaneously, which I always love to do! Being a busy mom, I’m all about being efficient!)
Cooking with Colavita Italian Recipe
3. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the jar of Eggplant and Sweet Peppers and simmer for another 3 minutes to release the flavors.
4. Add the ½ jar of Colavita Marinara (or Tomato Basil) Sauce and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally to incorporate all the flavors.
5. When the water boils, add the pasta, stirring to prevent sticking. Cook according to package directions.
Colavita Italian Recipe
6. Drain pasta, reserving about ½ cup of the pasta water and transfer the pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Using tongs, mix the pasta into the sauce well.
7. If the sauce seems dry, feel free to add a little of the pasta water.
8. Season with salt and pepper and serve with grated Parmesan cheese and basil.
Colavita Veggie Pasta Recipe
Voila! A tasty dish the whole family loves! Even our picky 4 year old gobbled it up! This recipe takes pasta from drab to fab! It really has a lot of flavor, the texture of the pasta was wonderful, and I was truly impressed with the quality and taste of the Colavita products. We also complemented our meal with the Almond Cantuccini, which is a crunchy, tasty treat!
Of course, I still have more to use, and I can’t wait! Upon browsing on the Colavita website I also discovered they offer organic and gluten-free pastas as well!
I love the history of Colavita and love that they offer quality products the whole family can enjoy!

For More Information:

Visit the Colavita Website
Connect with Colavita on Facebook and Twitter

*Giveaway!!*

How would you like to win a Colavita Simply Italian Basket? This giveaway will run through December 13, 2014 at 10pm Central Time and is open to US residents ages 18+. Enter the giveaway now!!
 

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Comments

  1. Yvette Figueroa says

    November 20, 2014 at 9:59 am

    I love their products, always have. They are our ‘go to’ for cooking Italian food.

  2. Jennifer Heintz says

    November 20, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    You are right, who wouldn’t want to receive such a lovely,useful gift. Especially nice that access to their recipes. Getting an assortment of items in that basket would truly inspire you to create something new. Thanks for review.

  3. SallyT says

    November 20, 2014 at 5:33 pm

    Wow what a great review and recipe too.
    I would be very anxious to try so many of their products.

  4. joan tazisalady says

    November 20, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    This is a great giftbasket, my mom loves anything pasta so can make her some great meals with this.

  5. Debbie Bray says

    November 21, 2014 at 1:01 am

    I like that this is a family owned business.

  6. Marthalynn says

    November 21, 2014 at 8:17 am

    I’ve always loved Colavite olive oil, but had no idea they offered such a selection of products! Eggplant & peppers, pasta, marinara sauce?!? Why am I just now finding this out? I can’t wait to try them.

    • Emilee says

      November 24, 2014 at 10:21 pm

      I know! I had no idea they offered so much! I’m so glad I was introduced to their full line of products!
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  7. Cynthia C says

    November 21, 2014 at 10:01 am

    The recipe looks perfect. I use olive oil almost exclusively and have recently started trying it for baked goods.

  8. denise low says

    November 21, 2014 at 11:25 am

    Great review. We always try to eat healthy. We have been using olive oil for about 6 months now. Would love to try this one.

  9. K Davis says

    November 21, 2014 at 11:25 am

    Thanks for the recipe. My daughter will love it.

    • Emilee says

      November 24, 2014 at 10:19 pm

      You’re welcome! I definitely hope she does!
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  10. Tina M says

    November 21, 2014 at 11:57 am

    I would love to get this as a gift, or even give it as a gift.

  11. Heather in VA says

    November 21, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    Such a gorgeous gift box and everything looks delicious.

  12. Tina Herek Wylie says

    November 22, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    Very nice review. I love the collection of Artisanal Pasta this company caries as well. Look forward to trying their products.

  13. Barrie says

    November 22, 2014 at 6:22 pm

    I love that recipes are supplied online with their products. I love the eggplant recipe you made…it sounds and looks awesome!

  14. Susan Broughton says

    November 23, 2014 at 7:54 am

    That recipe sure looks delicious! I bet this company would have some really italian products

  15. polly says

    November 23, 2014 at 5:26 pm

    I have not tried their products but going to look for them when I go shopping. Love making Italian food!

  16. Jane Ritz says

    November 23, 2014 at 6:44 pm

    These products sound great. The recipes sound absolutely delicious. I hope to get the opportunity to these.

  17. Teresa Richards says

    November 24, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    What a wonderful review. I love eggplant and the recipe sounds like something I would so enjoy. I have used Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil before and loved it. I have not had a chance to use any of the other wonderful products, they offer. This would be an awesome gift. Thanks for sharing with us.

    • Emilee says

      November 24, 2014 at 9:57 pm

      You’re very welcome! I hope you enjoy the recipe!
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  18. terra says

    November 26, 2014 at 4:55 pm

    This is a great giveaway… the products look so tasty. I like the combo of the eggplant and peppers… I have not had that combo before.

    • Emilee says

      November 27, 2014 at 5:53 pm

      I actually wasn’t sure if I’d like it, but I really do!
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  19. Tami F. says

    November 27, 2014 at 11:09 pm

    I would love to try the Colavita Eggplant & Sweet Peppers because this would simplify a number of Italian meals.
    Everything in this gift package looks delish.

  20. Rosemary McFarland says

    November 28, 2014 at 11:03 am

    This looks wonderful..tasty and healthy!

  21. Marcia Lee says

    November 29, 2014 at 8:22 pm

    The gift basket coupled with great Italian recipes would be a blessing and a perfect gift.

  22. Sandra Watts says

    November 30, 2014 at 5:40 pm

    These are great products. That dish looks amazingly good. Thanks for your review!
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  23. Jane Wohlers says

    December 3, 2014 at 2:31 pm

    Wow, looks delicious. I would love to show my Italian side of the family I can cook too.

  24. Krista F says

    December 5, 2014 at 4:39 pm

    Wow, that looks delicious. I’d love to try their organic and gluten-free items!

  25. Rosanne says

    December 5, 2014 at 10:20 pm

    The only time I’ve ever had eggplant was in Eggplant Parmesan. This is a great way to incorporate this healthy vegetable.

  26. Carol L says

    December 6, 2014 at 5:55 pm

    I have used Colavita for years.I love everything about their products. Thanks for this delicious recipe and the pictures. It looks delicious.
    Carol L

  27. Sue Hull says

    December 6, 2014 at 7:12 pm

    Their Extra Virgin Olive Oil looks so good. This recipe looks amazingly delicious. I pinned it so I can make it sometime. I’ve never tried any of their products before. Thanks for sharing the recipe 🙂

    • Emilee says

      December 8, 2014 at 11:46 pm

      You are welcome! It is delicious!
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  28. Sandra Watts says

    December 10, 2014 at 7:16 pm

    I like their olive oil. I would like to try some other products though.

  29. Ruth Griffeth says

    December 12, 2014 at 10:14 am

    I love the recipe that you have above, I will definatly try it. I am the only one who will knowingly will eat eggplant, so this will be a attempt to get them to eat it.

    • Emilee says

      December 12, 2014 at 11:14 pm

      I can definitely relate!
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  30. desiree says

    December 12, 2014 at 10:57 pm

    ilove teh new stuff and that looks good i try it

  31. laurie damrose says

    December 13, 2014 at 11:25 am

    Looks great,I would love to try the Eggplant and Sweet Peppers.

  32. melissa cushing says

    December 13, 2014 at 11:47 am

    Oh, I want this all! Seriously! This is my favorite giveaway ever! I am a foodie at heart and everything that I have seen on their website looks and sounds delicious! I have a lot of Italians in my home and they will love it all!
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  33. Sandra Watts says

    December 13, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    A great gift basket for the aspiring chef. They certainly have good products.
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  34. Trisha McKee says

    December 13, 2014 at 8:48 pm

    The products look so good and I’ll definitely be trying the recipe!

  35. Lily Kwan says

    December 14, 2014 at 3:00 am

    This recipe looks very tasty. Thanks for sharing!

    • Emilee says

      December 15, 2014 at 3:47 pm

      It is delicious! You’re welcome!
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  36. Sonal says

    April 23, 2015 at 7:49 pm

    I have never used Colavita products before. I’m sure I must have walked past it at the grocery store a million times by now, but I have never noticed it before. But, your pasta looks absolutely DELICIOUS, so I will have to check out some of these products.

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