Blog Archives for tag ricotta cheese

Roasted Eggplant, Tomato & Cucumber Salad

Looking for a unique way to cook the last of the season’s homegrown tomatoes?  This lovely Roasted Eggplant, Tomato &… Continue reading »

Smothered Squash with Basil

 This lovely recipe for Smothered Squash with Basil, courtesy of my dear friend Helen in Houston, Texas, is just another… Continue reading »

Homemade Cinnamon-Ricotta Ravioli with Bolognese Sauce

 For me, both the process of making homemade ravioli and the joyous event of eating homemade ravioli are equally comforting. … Continue reading »

‘Lemon-Ricotta Tart’

 This luscious Italian-inspired tart is creamy and wonderfully flavored.  A mixture of fresh ricotta cheese, lemon zest and juice, cream… Continue reading »

‘Pappardelle with Fresh Ricotta, Squash Blossoms & Basil Oil’

 Thick strands of egg-based pasta decadently dressed with homemade basil oil, sautéed zucchini, ricotta cheese and the ultimate treat of… Continue reading »

Lemony Lima Bean & Ricotta Crostini

 I am always searching for healthy, seasonal appetizers that are bursting with flavor.  My Lemony Lima Bean & Ricotta Crostini… Continue reading »

Rigatoni with Broccoli Rabe & Meatballs

A classic pasta dish in Italy is sautéed Italian sausage and broccoli rabe tossed together with short pasta like penne… Continue reading »

Creamy Rigatoni with Roasted Shallots & Walnuts

 My Creamy Rigatoni with Roasted Shallots & Walnuts is a simple weeknight pasta that is creamy and oh-so-flavorful.  You start with a… Continue reading »

Roasted Eggplant & Tomatoes with Mint Oil

 One of the culinary treasures I brought back from Italy with me was a mint-infused extra virgin olive oil from… Continue reading »

Brussels Sprouts & Prosciutto Pizza

Pizza is one of those universal foods in that versions of it are eaten around the world, and the possibilities… Continue reading »