Knowing how to cook is an essential life skill; I cannot stress that enough. I’m currently trying to teach my boyfriend how to cook and what could be easier than pasta? I mean it’s kind of fancy pasta buttttttt hopefully he learned something? Together we made a parsley and cashew pistou spaghettini with salmon and spinach. A few different techniques here which hopefully he was able to grasp!
Read MoreFun times were had when my friend Karen invited me over for a pasta-making party. Yes, you read that right. PASTA PARTY! We made a number of pastas including this fun little number. What happens when a bunch of food nerds combine their powers, knowledge of food, killer ingredients and wine together? You get this wonderful dish: creamy garlic, Boursin and morel fusilli. Drool.
Read MoreAhhhh…I can’t believe how fast I fell in love with this recipe. So simple, so satisfying. Pasta + cream + lemon. LOVE. This recipe demonstrates how with just a few ingredients you can make something super delicious in a pinch. Pair with a crisp glass of buttery chardonnay or a light pinot noir and grab your boyfriend…total date night material!
Read MoreWho says lettuce is banned from pasta salads? Who says pasta salads are limited to drowning perfectly great pieces of pasta in a mayonnaise bath? Not that there is anything wrong with that but I’m generally not a huge fan. To lighten the load, I’ve swapped mayonnaise with pesto and beefed up the salad with crunchy iceberg lettuce and chunks of butternut squash. For additional crunch, add some toasted bread crumbs - perfect for a summer party!
Read MoreAs you may know, pastas are always an easy go-to. Pasta + veg + sauce = done. It’s an easy meal to whip up during the middle of the week. Feel free to add an egg, chicken or any type of protein to make this into a complete meal. Don’t forget the lemon zest - it’s s important to brighten up the dish!
Read MorePasta + sauce + protein + veg. This is my usual equation for a quick weeknight meal. This time around? I doubled up on the sauce and combined béchamel and pesto to make this incredible cream sauce. Palate pleaser and great to pack up for lunch the next day. Success!
Read MoreIf there’s one dish you must try in Rome, it’s this one: coda alla vaccinara. Forget about the cacio e pepe (although that is great too) and the pizza and gelato. Step out of your comfort zone and try something new! This warming fall-off-the-bone oxtail stew is perfect for these winter months and smells wonderful in your kitchen! What are you waiting for? Add this stew to your roster this weekend!
Read MorePasta is always one of my go-to dishes when I’m working during the week. It’s super versatile and you can literally do anything with it. For this, I was inspired by some leftover olives in my fridge that needed to be used up. Briny, salty, nutty and toasty is what makes this pasta. My linguine with olives and bread crumbs is the easiest thing to whip up and a great dish if you don’t want something too heavy.
Read MoreThe simplest of pasta dishes. Cacio e pepe is a modest concoction of fat, cheese, and black pepper and not much more than that. Its simplicity is one of the main reasons why I love this dish immensely. Good as a primi or an entree served with your choice of protein, I’m sure cacio e pepe will soon be on your list as favourite pasta dishes.
Read MorePasta + veg + herb sauce. Always one of my regular go-to meals on a busy weeknight! My chimichurri gemelli takes no more than 30 minutes from start to finish - clean up included! Chimichurri isnt just for steaks - try it as a pasta sauce and I’m sure you’ll be just as delighted as I was!
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