Zucchini "Noodles"

Okay, so I know it sounds a little crazy, but it's good, trust me. I had these with the alfredo sauce from yesterday, but they're good with lots of different things.

Zucchini

To prepare Zucchini, wash it well, and cut off the ends. Run it through a julienne slicer, or cut into thin strips lengthwise and cut those into thin strips. Blanch (meaning boil some water and then when it's boiling, stick in the noodles) for 2 minutes. Serve hot.

Alfredo Sauce

1 recipe of white sauce
1 tsp of minced garlic
1/4 C Parmesan cheese (the stuff from the can works great)
Cooked chicken breast, sliced thinly (optional)

While making the white sauce, before it thickens add the cheese and garlic. Continue cooking until thick and bubbly. Remove from heat and stir in chicken. Serve over noodles.

Pasta Salad

Okay, so this may not be the most exciting meal in life, but it's cheap, it makes a lot, and it doesn't go bad quickly. When I make pasta salad, I eat it all week long, but I only eat it every other meal. If I eat it too much, I get sick of it too quickly, but I've found that if I only eat it every other meal, I can finish it.

1 Bag of curly noodles
1 Bottle of Italian dressing
Cubed cheese
Cooked and cut chicken or ham
Sliced olives
Broccoli
Cucumber
Bell peppers
Any other vegetables you have on hand or feel like adding

Cook and drain the pasta. Cut up all the vegetables, meat, and cheese. Mix everything in a big bowl and toss with dressing. You can serve immediately or refrigerate before serving. I like it best served cold.