Don’t expect croutons. It’s May and even though it has been unseasonably cool and rainy the last few weeks, my mind is already on summer. And what’s more summery than pasta salad? Probably a lot of things but it is nice to eat a side dish that is […]
Tag: Parmesan
Good (Bread) Soup
My version of the Italian soup, ribollita.
Pasta with Oyster Mushrooms, Garlic Scapes, Shrimp & Miso
Miso is the savory secret to this mushroom-packed pasta
Potato, Cauliflower and Spring Onion Gratin
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped 4 tablespoons butter 1 bunch (4) spring onions, greens, and whites chopped* ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon paprika salt freshly ground black pepper 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons shredded parmesan 3 tablespoons toasted bread […]
Bookmaker Salad
Ingredients: for the dressing: 3 tablespoons finely grated parmesan 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil tiny pinch salt freshly ground black pepper for the salad: 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped 1-pint cherry tomatoes, halved (I used an heirloom mix) 1/3 cup large Spanish pimento-stuffed olives […]
Spaghetti with Walnuts, Anchovy and Parsley
Ingredients: 3/4-1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 1/4 cup bread crumbs 2 oz anchovies in olive oil 5 cloves garlic 1 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes bunch Italian parsley, chopped 3/4 lb spaghetti Parmesan for sprinkling Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti […]
Baked Cauliflower and Shells with Italian Cheeses
Ingredients: 8 oz small shell pasta 1 medium onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, sliced 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons nonpareil capers 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning pinch salt 8 oz whole milk ricotta 1/4 cup […]
Watercress-Fennel Soup with Chicken-Parmesan Meatballs
Ingredients: meatballs: 1 lb ground chicken 1/3 cup (loose) chopped Italian parsley 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic salt freshly ground black pepper soup: 4 cloves garlic, sliced 2 parsnips, sliced 1 small bulb fennel (bulb and stalks sliced) 2 stalks celery, sliced 1 onion, […]
Gnocchi with Ham, Watercress and Peas
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, cut into half-moon slices 2 1/2 cups cubed ham 5 oz watercress 10 oz fresh, shelled peas 30 oz plain, potato gnocchi salt freshly ground black pepper grated parmesan Directions: In a large pan, saute the onion until softened. Add the ham and cook until warmed […]
Ham & Peas Baked Polenta
Ingredients: 1/2 small red onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 oz Frick’s sliced Gourmet Ham, cut into bite-sized pieces 2/3 cup frozen peas 2 eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup coarse cornmeal* 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 2 cups very hot or boiling water, chicken or ham stock salt freshly ground black […]