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 […]
Steamed Clams with Corn and Tomatoes
Steamed clams with corn and tomatoes is the perfect summer dinner. Finish with fresh lemon juice and herbs and lots of crusty bread for dipping into the delicious broth I am noticing a trend with our summer dinners. Lots of tomatoes, obviously. (I mean, if you know me, you know my love for tomatoes runs […]
Yellow Tomato Gazpacho
Yellow tomato gazpacho soup is the epitome of summer. This chilled soup is ice cold, silky smooth and bright yellow with a small kick. Disclosure: Photos and text have been updated since recipe was originally published in 2013. There is nothing more I enjoy on a warm summer day than a chilled bowl of yellow […]
Roasted Tomatoes with Basil Oil and Burrata
Slow roasted tomatoes are cooked with olive oil and garlic and served with a bright basil oil and creamy burrata. This recipe is consistently on the weekday rotation. It’s one of those, ‘not really a recipe-recipe” and for years, I’ve just been throwing this together so quickly and easily, I finally took the time to […]
Classic Eggplant Parmesan
Classic Eggplant Parmesan recipe is a favorite comfort food. Peeled and fried eggplant is generously flavored with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese that is then baked with layers of marinara and mozzarella. One of my absolute favorite recipes ever, eggplant Parmesan is not often made in this house. Actually, eggplant isn’t either because a certain […]