Category Archives: Italian

Lemon Pepper Papardelle with Broccoli Rabe and Spinach

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Evan

Tweet Over two years ago, I wrote about Trader Joe’s Lemon Pepper Paradelle. It is one of the best items at the store, or any store. It’s cheap, it is full of flavor and goes well with lots of different vegetables. … finish reading Lemon Pepper Papardelle with Broccoli Rabe and Spinach

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Rosemary Potato Gnocchi

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Evan

Tweet   It has been quite a long time since I last made gnocchi, but with a bag of starchy potatoes sitting on the counter…why not? I know that there are some recipes out there, including one from Mario Batali, … finish reading Rosemary Potato Gnocchi

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Spaghetti with Ramps, Peas and Mushrooms

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Evan

Tweet When spring arrives, so do the delicious little ramps. Ramps are really just wild leeks that are much smaller and harder to come by. While I find them to be a really nice cross between garlic, onions and leeks, … finish reading Spaghetti with Ramps, Peas and Mushrooms

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Zero Otto Nove – Italian Comfort Food in Comforting Setting

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Evan

Tweet Earlier this week, after returning from vacation from the west coast, I was invited to a blogger event hosted by Zero Otto Nove, located in the Flatiron district. Often when you think of Italian food in Flatiron, Eataly often … finish reading Zero Otto Nove – Italian Comfort Food in Comforting Setting

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Bottega – Michael Chiarello’s ode to Italian food

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Evan

Tweet To start the new year off right, the Vegetarian and I left the east coast for a vacation to the west coast, specifically the Bay Area. Prior to a week long stay with family in Berkeley, we took a … finish reading Bottega – Michael Chiarello’s ode to Italian food

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Mussels with Spicy Red Sauce

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Evan

Tweet Yesterday I posted a recipe for some braised chicken thighs which required a cup of crushed canned tomatoes. Since I was sitting with almost a full can of tomatoes, I needed to figure out what to do with them. … finish reading Mussels with Spicy Red Sauce

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Sweet Pea Risotto

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Evan

Tweet On the last episode of Top Chef before the final, a contestant made a delicious Braised Veal with Fava Bean, Rapini and Leaf Risotto. The dish looked exquisite, both for the creamy risotto, but also for the moist, braised veal … finish reading Sweet Pea Risotto

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