A classic Italian recipe, also known as pasta alla norma, ziti with roasted eggplant and ricotta cheese is a quick and impressive pasta dish. The written post, with tips and photos have been updated since originally posted all the way back in 2012! I have had the pleasure to receive an advanced copy of legendary […]
Traditional Bolognese Sauce
Traditional bolognese sauce is a labor of love. Made low and slow with layers of ground beef and pork, carrots and celery and a splash of milk for creaminess. A few months ago we had the pleasure of touring a local ranch near us in Washington in a small town called Ferndale. Long story short, […]
Orecchiette with Swiss Chard, Parmesan and Lemon
A simple chard pasta recipe, Orecchiette with Swiss Chard, Parmesan and fresh Lemon is light and quick to make for a weeknight dinner. When we moved into our house last year, I had a goal, a dream, if you wish to start a vegetable garden. (PS..I’m always sharing garden stories on my Instagram), Now […]
Linguini with Clams
A classic to say the least, linguini and clams is my ultimate go-to mid-week dinner. Clams cook up quickly and the sauce can be thrown together in a matter of minutes with pantry staples. I love making Spanish style steamed clams with fresh herbs or adding them to cioppino, aka my favorite seafood and tomato […]
Linguini Puttanesca with Beaujolais Wine
We are currently pausing Mediterranean cookbook testing for my other culinary passion. If I had to enjoy one meal for the rest of my life, it would be this. A bowl full of smooth carbs laced with salty, briny and sweet tomato sauce, served with simple crusty bread and a glass of decadent red wine. […]