Basil Pesto Gnocchi (+ Tips for Homemade Gnocchi)
I’ll be honest- I wasn’t a huge gnocchi person until about three years ago when I had really good gnocchi at Iron Gate in Washington, D.C. They’re like light pillows of heaven when done well. Then I tried making sweet potato gnocchi a few years ago, and well. It was a disaster. They were dense, […]
Easiest Cherry Tomato Pasta with Pecorino
If it was up to me, we’d be having this pasta at least three times a week for dinner. The name is fitting- Easiest Cherry Tomato Pasta with Pecorino- because not only is it easy, but it’s incredibly delicious and a great reminder that sometimes simplest is best. After going to Italy and eating all […]
Step by Step: Fresh Whole Wheat Pasta
Pasta is the food to make if you’re looking to slow down and appreciate the art of making food. You’ll be amazed at how much it takes to make a single ravioli. I’m by no means a pasta master, but I have learned a lot from various experts and lots of tinkering. In particular, I wanted […]
3-Cheese Eggplant Lasagna (with a Gluten-Free Option)
Don’t judge me, but my love for lasagna is pretty new. I never enjoyed it too much as a kid and the few times I made it as an adult, it took a lot of time and needed more depth in flavor given the amount of time and effort it took. I originally made this […]
Roasted Tomato & Meatball Pasta with Greens
I have to admit, it feels a bit odd to just be posting this recipe given how many months we’ve been making it. This Roasted Tomato & Meatball Pasta with Greens has become one of my go-to’s when I need something reliable that I know everyone will enjoy. It hits the spot on all fronts- […]
Eggplant Linguine with Walnuts & Golden Raisins
This simple vegetarian pasta dish is the perfect dish to embrace transitioning from summer to fall when you’re not quite ready to leave summer behind but the nights are cooler. This warm and cozy pasta is satisfying without being overly heavily. Cooking eggplant for a long period of time gives it a silky smooth texture […]
Winter Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Squash, & Kale
It’s common to load up the veggies in summer pasta dishes, but why not in winter ones too? Too often we think that for a pasta dish to work in the winter it has to be loaded with cheese and cream. But you can still get warmth and comfort from a pasta dish that is […]
Pesto Linguine with Meatballs & Charred Eggplant
This Pesto Linguine with Meatballs & Charred Eggplant is the quintessential weeknight meal: filling, nutritious, packed with flavor, and wiggle room to adapt as you want. It’s part of a series I’ve slowly been creating- mostly at the request of Matt. The qualifications: A balanced meal (a fairly balanced ratio of protein, carbs, fats- and […]
Late Summer Tomato & Eggplant Linguine
The bounty of tomatoes and eggplant has me almost overwhelmed- but in the best way. This Late Summer Tomato & Eggplant Linguine is one of the handful of recipes I’m squeezing in this season. Yes, it’s quite late in the summer (okay it’s technically fall now), but there’s still copious amounts of eggplant and tomatoes […]
Summer Creamy Tomato Pasta with Crab & Zucchini
I can’t get enough of this summer version of vodka sauce in this Summer Creamy Tomato Pasta with Crab & Zucchini. It uses fresh tomatoes and has a secret ingredient to make it a bit lighter, but still creamy- any guesses on what it is? A combination of shallot, garlic, and anchovies gives it a […]
Easiest Brown Butter & Hazlenut Ravioli
Whenever I make homemade ravioli, the sauce has to meet a few qualifications: It has to be easy and quick. After two (or more) hours of making ravioli, I’m not spending a ton of time on the sauce. Ideally it shows off the ravioli, meaning it’s somewhat minimal. This hits the mark on both- it […]
Pumpkin Mac n Cheese with Roasted Cauliflower
Looking for a comforting and cozy recipe? This pasta is it- especially because it’s quick and easy. Not only does it take 30 minutes, but the steps are super simple and have minimal clean up. It’s the perfect recipe for the novice cook or someone looking for a straightforward weekend night meal. A few notes […]
Green Sunchoke Linguine
This vibrant green sauce adds lot of flavor and texture to an otherwise simple pasta. I was originally interested by a green kale pasta by NYT Cooking, but I found the kale made it difficult to get a smooth texture and just dominated too much. More tender greens like spinach or baby kale works better […]
White Wine & Tomato Seafood Pasta
This White Wine & Tomato Seafood Pasta crosses all seasonal boundaries and is relatively quick and easy. It’s that go-to recipe to always have in your back pocket. No, there’s nothing groundbreaking about the flavors and technique here, but it’s just really damn good. Sautéing onion, followed by garlic, tomato paste and white wine not […]
30 Minute Penne Alla Vodka
Okay, okay I know… I didn’t even use penne in this picture for a “Penne all Vodka” recipe. But there’s a reason: you really don’t have to use penne pasta. Many shapes will do! (Okay or maybe I thought I already had a picture when I made this, so when I made it with penne… […]
Roasted Cauliflower Macaroni & Cheese
I saw this pasta that was loaded with cheese but also cauliflower and immediately knew this would be a hit for a winter vegetarian dish. I’ve changed this recipe to be healthier by 1) adding cottage cheese for protein 2) adding more vegetables- more cauliflower, greens, and leeks! 3) using chickpea pasta. But don’t worry, […]