Makes 4 servings This unusual pasta dish from Umbria is cooked more like a risotto than a typical pasta dish. As the pasta cooks, the wine infuses it with flavor and the color deepens to a rich chestnut color. Ingredients 1 lb spaghetti Salt, as needed 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive […]
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe (Spaghetti With Pecorino Romano & Fresh Cracked Pepper)
Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients Kosher salt, as needed 1 lb spaghetti 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano (4 oz) 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper Directions Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat; covering the pot will help […]
Spaghetti with Anchovies and Fennel
Makes 4 servings Ingredients Kosher salt, as needed 1 lb dried spaghetti 6 salt-cured anchovy fillets 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1/4 cup chopped fennel fronds 1/2 cup toasted bread crumbs Directions Bring a large pot of salted water to […]
Spaghetti with Broccoli Rabe
Makes 6 servings The toasted bread crumbs add a nice texture to this dish, but they aren’t essential if you’re looking to save some time. Use leftover sandwich bread to make fresh breadcrumbs in a food processor. Toast them in a little butter or olive oil over medium heat until […]
Spaghetti with Garlic, Oil, and Hot Pepper
Serves 4 to 6 Use any variety of pasta you have on hand to make this super simple pasta dish. Serve it as is or topped with seared frozen shrimp, flaked canned tuna, or white beans. You can make the dish without the fresh parsley if you’re out, but you […]
Spaghetti with Sausage and Bitter Greens
Makes 4 to 6 servings If you’re still exploring the world of bitter greens, this is a great dish to start with. It’s acidic and rich, which helps to balance the slight bitterness of the radicchio and escarole. Peel the tomatoes, if you want, but if the skins don’t bother […]
Trofiette with Lobster, Leeks, Zucchini, and Fava Beans
Makes 4 to 6 servings Featuring the best ingredients of late spring and early summer, this decadent lobster pasta is perfect alongside a crisp glass of white wine for dinner al fresco. Chef’s Note: To prepare the lobster for this dish, bring a large pot of water to a rolling […]
What I’m Cooking: Creamy Cashew Pesto Pasta
Despite being a huge fan of cheese and butter and birthday cakes, I don’t eat much dairy at home. We don’t get along. I’ve learned to really embrace dairy-free cooking, and though no one believes me when I say it, I don’t miss cooking with milk products as much as […]