From the kitchen of: Alison (me!)

Yields: 3-4 servings

Ingredients:
* 1 lb pasta (I used Flour City Pasta's wild mushroom linguini)
* 2 cups mushrooms, chopped (any type you prefer)
* 2 Tbsp EVOO
* 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1/2 cup white wine (semi-dry)
* salt and pepper to taste
* grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Begin boiling your pasta (follow the time provided).
2. Use a medium pan to saute the mushrooms and garlic in the olive oil.
3. Once the mushrooms have browned a little, add 1/2 cup of the pasta water (it will be slightly starchy and help make a nice, light juice) and the 1/2 cup of white wine.  Add a pinch of salt and pepper, based on your preference.  Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
4. Once cooked, strain the pasta and mix with mushroom mixture in a large bowl (or just ladle it over the pasta in individual dishes).
5. Top with a little grated cheese and enjoy!

Super easy, right??

I know it isn't exactly the most colorful dish but it's totally comfort food!  (Sprinkle a little fresh, chopped parsley if you're looking for a little pizzaz!)  :)

This is a very basic waffle recipe that I found in the community recipes at MyRecipes.com.

From the Kitchen of: The Cuisinart Waffle Maker Manual

Yields: 5 servings

Ingredients:
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
* 1 tablespoon baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1 3/4 cups milk
* 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 2 eggs

Directions:

1. Combine ingredients in large mixing bowl and blend until smooth.
2. Let batter sit for 5 minutes before using.

The "using" part is kind of waffle iron specific so just follow the instructions for your specific appliance!  (Usually this involves preheating, a little cooking spray on the iron before the first waffle, ladling batter to cover the bottom griddle plate, waiting for lights to turn from red-to-green or off-to-on, and possibly adjusting a darkness knob...  You'll figure it out!)