Start by making the sugo. Place all ingredients in a large, heavy bottomed pot. Using an empty can from the diced tomatoes, add two cans of water to the pot. Bring to a boil and simmer, lid ajar, for one hour. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Remove and discard the garlic cloves […]
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No-Boil Rigatoni Della Casa Recipe
Preheat oven to 350˚F. In a large bowl combine the canned tomatoes, water, crème fraiche, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir in the pasta and transfer to an oven-proof 9×13 inch baking dish or wide cast-iron skillet. Cover and bake in the oven for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking. After 30 minutes remove […]
Artichoke, Arugula and Goat Cheese Pasta Salad Recipe
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl to cool. Drain the artichokes, keeping the oil. Coat the pasta with a touch of the olive oil so it does not stick together. Roughly chop the artichokes and add to the pasta. Toss in the arugula, lemon […]
Rigatoni della Casa
Preheat your oven to 350˚F. In a large, high-rimmed and oven-proof skillet (I like to use my wide cast iron pan), heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once heated, add the crushed garlic clove and leave to infuse the oil for a minute. Be sure the garlic does not color. Stir in the tomatoes, […]
Tagliatelle with Cherry Tomatoes and Mascarpone Recipe
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté, stirring frequently for 10 minutes or until the tomatoes have softened. While cooking, add in the salt, pepper and sugar. Take care not to burn the garlic. While the tomatoes are cooking, cook the pasta according to […]
Spaghetti alle Vongole Recipe
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package directions. You don’t need to salt the water as there will be saltiness coming from the clams. While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add two tablespoons olive oil and once hot, add the […]
Pasta Bake with Chicken, Broccoli and Ricotta Recipe
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken breasts and gently poach for 10 minutes or until the chicken breasts are cooked through. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Transfer the cooked breasts to a paper towel-lined plate. Dice […]
Cauliflower and Gorgonzola Pasta Recipe
Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Butter a 9-inch oven-safe baking dish and set aside. Heat a large pot of water until boiling. Add the cauliflower florets and boil until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cauliflower to the prepared baking dish. Bring the pot of water back to a boil and […]
Duck Ragu Recipe
In a food processor, add the carrot, leek, onion, and garlic and pulse until finely chopped. (Alternatively, you chop the vegetables very finely by hand). Set aside. In a large dutch oven or stockpot, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the pot is very hot, add the duck legs in […]
Walnut Ravioli in a Parmesan Cream Sauce Recipe
First, make the pasta dough. Mound the flour on a large work surface, and using your fingers, form a well in the center. Add the eggs, egg yolk, olive oil, and salt into the well. Using a fork, lightly beat the wet mixture until combined, and then incorporate the flour, beginning with the inner edges […]
Teresa’s Lentils and Pasta Recipe
Add the lentils, carrot, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, and salt to a large saucepan. Using the empty lentil can to measure, add 2 filled cans worth of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and turn the heat down to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, uncover the saucepan […]
Creamy Pasta with Sausage and Spinach Recipe
In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large, shallow saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, approximately 5 – 7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and […]