Myths about pasta? Really? Many myths aren’t true about one of my favorite foods – pasta! Initially, I was going to make this topic a quiz, but let’s see at the end of the post, how well you score when …
Cooking Pasta: Know the 10 Commandments
Cooking Pasta So for tonight’s dinner, you’re cooking pasta. Brava. You should think ahead because it’s not just about boiling some water and throwing some dried pasta into it. There is so much more to it than that. Here are …
Popular Classic Sauces of Italian Cuisine
It’s sauce – not gravy! When I think of Italian food, I think of a beautiful Marinara sauce over my favorite spaghetti with a sprinkle of fresh cheese whether it be Pecorino or Parmigiano Reggiano. Add a nice loaf of …
Cacio e Pepe: An Easy Roman Pasta Dish
Cacio e Pepe I always thought Cacio e Pepe was made with cream. Little did I know it’s the cheese mixed with the pasta water that creates the smooth cheesy sauce all by itself! Gary and I took a pasta …
Facts About Pasta You Probably Didn’t Know
Facts about pasta: you don’t have to be Italian to know about pasta. But, do you know how many types and styles of pasta there are in Italy? In the typical American grocery store, you would probably find 14 types/styles …
Fresh Pasta | Easy to Make Homemade
Fresh pasta is easier to make than most people think. This is an easy recipe and can be used for many different types of pasta. You can freeze the dough ball itself or freeze the bundles of cut pasta in …
Making Pasta with Grandchildren | Awesome Day
Making Pasta – Fresh! During a quiet Sunday, Gary and I decided to teach our two grandchildren the art of making pasta. We have a total of nine grandchildren, but these two are lucky (giggling) that we are staying with …