Tag Archives: Italian cuisine
Spaghetti with Raw Tomato Sauce
“Life is a combination of magic and pasta.” Frederico Fellini What It Is I came across that little gem by Fellini while trolling for sayings for my “Quotes from the Masters,” and I thought it would be the perfect intro for the pasta sauce recipe I have for you today. This is a raw tomato sauce (sort of a salsa), …
Roasted Red Peppers
I am participating in the Virtual Vegan Potluck, and I have pulled out my fine china and silver for the occasion. Our gracious organizer is Ann at anunrefinedvegan, and I am bringing Roasted Red Peppers to the table. Enjoy! What It Is I grew up watching my mother and my Nana cook, Italian style, and they did know their …
Eat That Bulb! Oven Caramelized Fennel
WHAT IT IS Its seeds are flavoring Italian sausage, its fronds are garnishing a dish, and its bulbs are caramelizing in the oven—this is one versatile plant. Fennel has a delicate anise flavor (though it is not actually anise), and it can be eaten raw or cooked. Frequently used in the cuisine of Italy and throughout …
Spinach and White Bean Soup
My favorite wedding present is a cookbook. It is called Grandmother Remembers—Family Recipes, and it is filled with handwritten recipes from my dear Nana. I refer to it often. Each time I open it, I give thanks for having this sweet woman in my life and for being Italian (at least by half). This is her recipe …
Penne Quattro Formaggi
It’s time for some comfort food! A big bowl of pasta smothered in cheese sauce fits the bill perfectly. Today I have a recipe for you that I have adapted from one that was given to our family by my Italian friend, Concetta (but everyone called her Connie). When my family first arrived in Munich, I knew …
Pumpkin Risotto
Today I give you a marriage. As a Hamburger-Helper ingénue living with an Italian family, I had my first introduction to risotto. I was quite taken by the various ingredients that starred in this dish, my favorite by far being melone, or cantaloupe. (This, I will share with you when cantaloupe is back in season.) …
Bringing Europe Home 