Tag Archives: pasta
Lemon Parsley Pasta
As you probably noticed, I’m obsessed with lemon, especially this time of year. And with a heat wave hitting NYC last week, my appetite disappeared like an Italian ice on the sidewalk. I had to eat to keep myself going, … Continue reading
Summery Corn and Spinach Pasta
When the weather gets warmer, I start to crave corn. And why shouldn’t I? It’s lying there, gorgeous, begging to be picked up at every farmer’s stall in the city. Bright, sunshiny yellow–I can’t imagine a more summery veggie. But … Continue reading
Spring Green Lemon Pasta
As time shifts and the weather warms up (it was in the 70s here last week!), I start craving light and fresh food. Green food. Spring food. This fits the bill perfectly: it’s got all the flavor and crunch that … Continue reading
Quick and Easy Tomato Basil Sauce
This week, I’ve decided to give y’all a gift: an Italian feast, one post at a time. I figured I’d start with the easiest Italian sauce I know. This is a Tuesday night sauce, so fast to make that you … Continue reading
Mushroom Wine Sauce with Whole Wheat Linguine
I’m always surprised when an episode of cupboard cooking (that is, cooking with the odds and ends left over from other recipes) turns out a recipe that is as delicious as this one is. I shouldn’t be surprised; some of … Continue reading
Creamy Greens Pasta
There’s really no substitute for a dish like this. It’s fresh and flavorful, and highlights simple flavors. It’s also–don’t tell the kids–healthy. Of course, the kids might guess anyway. The central focus of this dish is, after all, a whole … Continue reading
Broccolini and Spinach Pasta
True story: when I was a little girl, broccoli was my favorite food. Yep, when the other kids chose chocolate pie or strawberry shortcake or a good ol’ American hamburger, I went for the broccoli every time. My love for … Continue reading