Category Archives: Pasta

Pasta with Lobster, Leek and Tomato

Posted on May 25, 2013 by

This is a springtime twist on Pasta with Lobster, Chilis and Mint.  In the spring, when leeks have just begun to show up at our local farm stands, it’s nice to add them to whatever I’m cooking, just for that … Continue reading →

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Dinner for One–Cavatelli with Kale, Leek and Toasted Breadcrumbs

Posted on February 19, 2013 by

Cavatelli with toasted breadcrumbs, garlic and olive oil was something my mother used to make for us as children.  I always loved the combination of gummy, doughy cavatelli with the crisp, oily breadcrumbs. This weekend, one of my guests gave  … Continue reading →

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Ragu Bolognese

Posted on February 2, 2013 by

I’ve made this iconic dish for years and experimented with it in many different ways, using many different ingredients, and this is the culmination of my best efforts, while maintaining the most authenticity. Many years ago, my cousin Rosanna, who’s lived … Continue reading →

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Duck and Winter Squash Ragu

Posted on December 15, 2012 by

This is a simple and deeply satisfying winter dish that tastes as if it takes hours to prepare, but doesn’t.  Thanks to ready-cooked duck confit, this dish can be made in about a half-hour total.  Admittedly, not every supermarket (or … Continue reading →

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Pasta al Forno with Cauliflower and Sausage

Posted on October 25, 2012 by

I just returned home from a nice long vacation in London and the English countryside, and the food is still fresh in my mind.  The flavor of those wonderful English sausages was intoxicating (they produce so many great varieties–one more … Continue reading →

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Whole Wheat Pasta with Cauliflower and Pancetta

Posted on October 12, 2012 by

The earthy flavor of cauliflower is the perfect complement to the nutty, full-bodied flavor of whole wheat pasta.  Although this dish could be made vegetarian without the pancetta, I think the cured pork is a natural flavor enhancer for these … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Spiced Sage Butter

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

Now that it’s sweet potato season, I’ve been experimenting to create the perfect sweet potato gnocchi.  These are predominantly made with sweet potato, with a touch of white potato added for starch and dryness. The white potato is necessary because … Continue reading →

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Pasta alla Gricia, Italian-Ate Style

Posted on September 15, 2012 by

This is my version of the classic Roman pasta dish made with pasta, pancetta and pecorino.  In Rome, the dish is made with guanciale (cured pig jowl) instead of pancetta (cured pig belly).  This is the perfect example of a dish whose ingredients are so … Continue reading →

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Pasta alla Norma, Italian-Ate Style

Posted on August 13, 2012 by

This time of year, eggplant is at the front and center of many of my meals.  This is my version of a classic pasta dish with fried eggplant, tomato and ricotta salata. The eggplants at my local farm stand today … Continue reading →

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Pasta with Fava Beans and Speck

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

This past weekend, I had my 90 year-old neighbor Beppi and his family over for dinner.  Cooking for Beppi is always a challenge, since he was the owner of the former San Marco Restaurant, one of New York City’s only … Continue reading →

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