Tag Archives: italian

Sicilian Pistachio Cookies

Posted on April 13, 2011 by scarpettakate

Grown in the rich volcanic soils surrounding Mount Etna, Sicilian pistachios are highly prized for their verdant green color and pronounced flavor, and every pasticceria on the rugged island offers a proliferation of pistachio-studded sweets. You’ll find pistachio nougats, pistachio … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged almond meal, baking, biscotti, biscotti al pistacchio, cookies, Easter, easy, gluten free, italian, Passover, petit four sec, pistachio, Sicily | 26 Comments

Artichoke & Prosciutto Antipasto

Posted on March 23, 2011 by scarpettakate

Growing up in Virginia, spring’s arrival was heralded by blooming dogwood trees, several appearances of my mother’s asparagus with hard-cooked egg and my favorite steamed artichokes, their leaves dipped in dishes of warm melted butter and scraped against bottom teeth. … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged artichoke, baby artichokes, braised, classic, first course, italian, main dish, olive oil, prosciutto, salad, side dish, simple, spring, vegetable, vinaigrette | 11 Comments

Simple Farro

Posted on February 23, 2011 by scarpettakate

I wasn’t really sure how to explain farro to you, exactly, so a bit of un-sexy research was required for today. With apologies to the Oxford Companion to Food and Harold McGee, here’s my quick Biology 101 summation, not that … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged basic, cracked, easy, farro, grain, healthy, how to cook farro, hulled, italian, rice alternative, semi-pearled, side dish, simple, starch, Umbria, vegan, vegetarian, whole grains | 6 Comments

Garlicky White Beans

Posted on January 19, 2011 by scarpettakate

I’ve been waiting for just the right time to introduce you. I didn’t want rush things. I realized I had to earn your trust a bit, because really, who’s going to get excited over a heap of beans? Hopefully you. … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged baked, bean, bruschetta, cannelini, cannellini, dip, easy, garlic, herbs, high fiber, high protein, italian, Mediterranean, olive oil, quick, rosemary, side dish, thyme, vegetarian, white bean, white kidney beans | 12 Comments

Simple Tomato Sauce

Posted on January 5, 2011 by scarpettakate

I love New Year’s resolutions. Sometimes we aim a little too high (I’ll go to the gym every day! I’ll quit smoking cold turkey January 1st! I’ll run a marathon next month!) and come thumping down to earth like Icarus … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged crazy tomato sauce, easy, homemade, italian, marcella hazan, marinara, pasta, red sauce, san marzano, sauce, simple, tomato sauce, tomatoes, vegetarian | 10 Comments

Cioppino

Posted on December 29, 2010 by scarpettakate

After a brief delay, Dungeness crab season is in full, seafood-y swing in San Francisco. With a rich, clean flavor and a substantial texture (closer to lobster or snow crab than the silky, tender shreds of Atlantic blues), Dungeness is … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged chowder, crab, dungeness, fish stock, healthy, italian, local, pescetarian, San Francisco, seafood, soup, stew, tomato, traditional | 2 Comments

Pappardelle with Bagna Cauda

Posted on June 23, 2010 by scarpettakate

We have a pretty great rule in my house: when one person cooks, the other one cleans up. No messy gender politics to contend with, no overburdened spouses. Everyone enjoys a nice home-cooked meal, and the kitchen is sparkling clean … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes | Tagged anchovy, bagna cauda, entree, fried egg, italian, main dish, pappardelle, pasta, pescetarian, umami | 12 Comments

Fava Bean Crostini

Posted on May 22, 2010 by scarpettakate

I’m almost (nearly) packed: passport, too many pairs of shoes, three Roman Holiday inspired dresses, two maps and one husband. Italy, here I come! I’m deliriously excited. I may pass out. Preparations have been a serious business: itineraries hashed out, Italian … Continue reading →

Posted in Recipes, Uncategorized | Tagged appetizer, broad beans, canapes, crostini, edamame, fava beans, hors d'oeuvres, italian, pecorino, ricotta, spring, vegetarian | 4 Comments