Pork Stir-Fry with Noodles (Lo Mein)
For a lo mein recipe with chewy noodles tossed in a salty-sweet sauce and accented with bits of smoky pork and still-crisp cabbage, we seared strips of meat from country-style pork ribs over high heat, adding liquid smoke for barbecue flavor. We used our meat marinade as a sauce base, with a little chicken broth […]
Authentic Pasta with Potatoes (pasta e patate)
If you love potatoes, this pasta with potatoes (pasta e patate) might become your new favourite comfort dish. It is a true one pot pasta from Naples, the original kind, where the pasta cooks right in the sauce and everything comes together beautifully with minimal effort.At first you might think it’s too many carbs but […]
Hollywood-Style Chili
During the golden age of Hollywood, Chasen’s restaurant hosted all manner of stars, from the Rat Pack to Alfred Hitchcock. When the restaurant closed in 1995, few recipes were more sadly mourned than its famous Hollywood-Style Chili. Chasen’s original recipe started with a combination of beef chuck roast and pork butt. Because we lacked the […]
Baked Ziti with Sausage and Béchamel
A delicious and easy pasta casserole to make for a crowd! Topped with our 5 minute Bechamel Sauce and using store bought Marinara it comes together quickly and can be made ahead of time!
Chicken Francese
This is an Italian-American beauty that is never going to leave your rotations. It’s one of those dinners that is quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner, but still fancy and delicious enough to serve for company.
Pasta Ai Quattro Formaggi (Creamy Four-Cheese Pasta)
When making pasta ai quattro formaggi, Italy's answer to mac and cheese, the question that immediately comes up is: which four cheeses should I use? Most versions of the four-cheese pasta track similarly, though with one major adjustment: leave the mozzarella out of the equation. It melts well on a pizza, offering its characteristic […]
White Pizza Sauce (Quick & Easy)
This White Pizza Sauce is essentially an easy garlic alfredo. It comes together in about 5 minutes and is our family’s favorite served over homemade Pizza Crust! You’ll be surprised how easy it is to make a batch of pizza sauce for your next pizza party and it keeps really well in the fridge.
Cauliflower Soup with Rosemary Croutons
Cauliflower soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for chilly nights or for when you want a hearty and healthy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, this soup is easy to make and the result is unbelievably delicious. It’s a great way to add more veggies to your diet and is perfect […]
Balsamic Glazed Green Beans with Cranberries and Almonds
These delicious Balsamic Glazed Green Beans make the perfect side dish for any meal, whether it’s a holiday or a busy weeknight dinner. Since they take no time to make, I always make them when I entertain. They can be ready in 15 minutes! I love the sliced almonds and dried cranberries in here too. […]
Thai Red Curry Noodles
These Thai Red Curry Noodles pack a punch with bold flavours, creamy coconut milk, and a little zing from lime. The rich curry paste and fragrant ginger bring depth to the dish, while the crunchy sugar snap peas and peanuts add texture. It’s quick, vibrant, and a total crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re craving comfort or spice, […]
Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
This rustic chocolate cake is made with two surprising ingredients: olive oil and lemon juice. Extra-virgin olive oil lends fruity, peppery flavor notes. For a less prominent flavor, use light olive oil (“light” indicates the oil is refined, not lower in fat). You could even use a combination of oils—for example, a robust extra-virgin olive […]
Venetian Cornmeal and Currant Cookies (Zaletti)
Zaletti are buttery, crisp Italian cornmeal cookies studded with raisins or currants. The dried fruit usually is first plumped in grappa, a fiery Italian brandy, but we opted instead to use orange liqueur for its more nuanced flavor. We then upped the citrus notes with grated orange zest. The cooled cookies will keep in an […]
Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes
Polenta e schie, a specialty of Venice, Italy, is polenta topped with tiny local shrimp called schie. The dish typically is a minimalist, sauce-free marriage of corn and crustacean, but Michela Tasca, owner of Ca’ de Memi farm and bed and breakfast in Piombino Dese, just north of Venice, taught us a version in which […]
Venetian Rice and Peas (Risi e Bisi)
Rice and peas, or risi e bisi, is a classic Venetian dish, traditionally eaten on April 25, St. Mark’s Day. Much like risotto, the rice is rich and creamy because of the starchiness of the grains and how they are cooked. But risi e bisi typically is a bit soupier. Sweet peas stud the dish, […]
Country Style White Gravy
In a matter of minutes, you can whip up white gravy in a saucepan for the perfect creamy, savory topping for your favorite dishes. This basic sauce is prepared with ingredients you likely already have on hand: bacon grease, flour, milk, salt, and pepper. For a bit of heat, a pinch of cayenne can […]
Martha’s One Pan Assassins Pasta
A few years ago this recipe became a viral hit with over 10 million views. It has stood the test of time and I want to introduce you to an updated version that is feisty and fierce, the is Martha’s One Pan Assassins Pasta. The spicy, rich ‘nduja melts into the oil, infusing the sauce […]