Q: My wife and I had dinner at Morel's near the L.A. Farmers Market, and they had an amazingly delicious creamed corn polenta. I'd like to make some at home, but I'm new to polenta and need help fin...
On a cold night, there's nothing quite like a plate of hot, tender meatballs in tomato sauce. They're pure comfort food. Here's our go-to recipe for tender, flavorful meatballs with garlic, rosemary, ...
When I was a kid, my mother took a cooking class with Giuliano Bugialli and learned how to make this dish. It tastes so rich and divine that you'd never suspect it's so economical and quick to make! ...
I've been craving a nice, hearty risotto for a while. With the cold and wet weather recently, I decided this week would be a good time for this type of dish. I had it in my mind that I wanted to m...
Here's a new recipe to add to the list of ideas for quick and flavorful couscous. We're nicknaming it "Couscous Veneziana," as it was inspired by the toppings on our favorite Veneziana pizza at London...
A friend of mine shared with me this yummy recipe for slow-roasted tomato sauce. It's a rich, delicious sauce that has one full head of garlic in it! The preparation work is very minimal; even thoug...
We like to have a few recipes tucked away for special occasions. Meals that are foolproof, crowd-pleasing, and not too difficult — but still a little more demanding (and impressive) than our usu...
In the fall, we must confess we turn to thoughts of fried dough. Hot cider doughnuts and crispy fritters are all on the brain. So we were delighted when chef Ignacio Mattos of il Buco (we toured his k...
Recipe: Bocconcino and Sausage Pasta How long does it take? 20-25 minutes Category: Omnivore Name: Kitty Why is it a favorite meal? This dish always comforts me. Most of the ingredients are almost a...
Recipe: Caper Glazed Pasta with Ricotta and Pepper Category: Vegetarian How long does it take? 20 minutes Name: Annie Why is it a favorite meal? Quick ,always tasty, and the ricotta makes it refres...
Recipe: Lenticchie con Ditalini (Lentils with Ditalini) Category: Omnivore How long does it take? 15 minutes Name: Beth Why is it a favorite meal? It's simple, flavorful, healthy, and can be made wi...
Recipe: Mushroom Ragout with Spinach-Parm Polenta Category: Vegetarian How long does it take? About 30 minutes Name: Rachel Why is it a favorite meal? Hearty and comforting, this dish is perfect for...
Recipe: Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups How long does it take? About 20 minutes Category: Vegetarian Name: Nicole Why is it a favorite meal? I adore Italian food, and this is an easy and healthy way to end...
It pays to leave cookbooks lying about when my mother comes to town. This week she surprised us with two great mid-week home-cooked meals. All I had to do was take the picture....
Recipe: Spicy Kielbasa Pasta Category: Omnivore How long does it take? 25-30 minutes including prep time Name: Michelle Why is it a favorite meal? There is very little prep work when using a smoked ...
Recipe: Spaghetti with White Clam Sauce How long does it take? 30 minutes Category: Omnivore Name: Andrea Why is it a favorite meal? This meal is healthy, takes under 30 minutes to make, and is most...
Recipe: Uova In Purgatorio How long does it take? 15 minutes Category: Vegetarian Name: Paul Why is it a favorite meal? Quick, rustic, and full of flavor....
Recipe: Lazy Creamy Penne How long does it take? 25 minutes Category: Omnivore Name: Judith Why is it a favorite meal? All the ingredients are pantry staples. You can do all the prep while the wate...
Recipe: Spicy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta How long does it take? 25 minutes Category: Omnivore Name: Mercy Why is it a favorite meal? It's fast, easy, and the ingredients are few and easy to get!...
Recipe: Orzo with Summer Vegetables and Bacon Category: Omnivore How long does it take? Preparation time: 5 minutes; Cooking time: 12 minutes Name: Olga Why is it a favorite meal? This dish is color...
Recipe: Baked Fusilli with Fresh Mozzarella How long does it take? 30 minutes Category: Vegetarian Name: Michele Why is it a favorite meal? Easy and presentation is different....
Recipe: Toasted Walnut, Cranberry, Date & Pancetta Ravioli How long does it take? 10-15 minutes Category: Omnivore Name: Laura Why is it a favorite meal? I love this quick ravioli because it tas...
We're always looking for something new to do with chicken. This is a simple, classic Italian dish we love—a super-thin, breaded cutlet topped with a colorful, healthy, summery salad. ...
When we were in Italy in June, we stayed at a friend's house that, as luck would have it, was down the road from a fantastically fertile wild cherry tree. Each morning we'd hike up to it and fill our ...
Italian beverages have captured our hearts this summer. Yesterday, Faith wrote about her discovery of BibiCaffè, a fizzy espresso soda. Here in my kitchen, I have been shaking up another refres...
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