Blog Archives for tag Italian

Spaghetti with Shredded Kale, Salami & Toasted Garlic

Simple pastas like this one are my favorite.  Not only do they come together in a jiffy, but the quality… Continue reading »

Zucchini Parmesan

Funny story. We are growing yellow squash in our veggie garden again this summer and lo and behold, while out… Continue reading »

Bucatini with Asparagus, Pancetta & Marcona Almonds

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, bucatini is one of my top-three favorite pasta shapes (pappardelle and… Continue reading »

‘Poached Leeks Vinaigrette with Pangrattato’

I love to cook with leeks this time of year. In fact, I must be doing  so a lot, because… Continue reading »

Rapa con Salsiccia

Oh what a classic.  This traditional northern Italian side dish couldn’t be simpler, or more scrumptious. A simple sauté of… Continue reading »

Cacio e Pepe

Just another example of how simple is sometimes better.  Cacio e Pepe is a classic Italian pasta dish, normally made… Continue reading »

Saltimbocca alla Romana

The word saltimbocca in Italian translates into ‘jump into your mouth’…the name given to this classic Italian dish most likely because… Continue reading »

Saffron Risotto with Parmesan

Traditionally known as Risotto alla Milanese, this northern Italian classic is made with short-grained Arborio rice, saffron and grated Parmesan cheese…. Continue reading »

‘Mushroom & Pecorino Salad’

I was watching an older episode of Giada De Laurentiis’ television show, Everyday Italian the other day, and saw this… Continue reading »

‘Pasta e Fagioli’

In Italy, a traditional Pasta e Fagioli is actually a soup, not a pasta dish.  It is usually a big pot… Continue reading »