Pasta alla Gricia

A number of classic Roman pasta dishes rely on the essential method of emulsifying the starch in the pasta water to create a creamy, cohesive sauce, including Pasta alla gricia, Pasta all’amatriciana(I will be posting that next) and Cacio e pepe (already posted). Spaghetti carbonnara could be considered a fourth choice but I chose not … Continue reading

Pappardelle With Hot Sausage Sauce

The wide, rich noodles are perfect to catch this  spicy sauce.   You can use either hot or sweet sausage depending on the heat level you like.  This recipe is a snap to put together (within 45 minutes dinner will be on the table) and oh so good with a caesar salad and some fresh homemade bread. … Continue reading