Month: July 2013

Fresh San Marzano Tomatoes with Pappardelle

Fresh San Marzano Tomatoes with Pappardelle

I scored the first of the organic San Marzano tomatoes from Happy Boy Farms at the Thursday Galleria farmers market in San Francisco’s financial district. I was lazy and wanted a simple sauce so I didn’t cook it at all. This pasta can be on 

Italian Braised Beef Brisket

Italian Braised Beef Brisket

Slow braised beef brisket served with aromatic vegetables is a simple and favorable one-plate lunch or dinner.

Flourless Potato & Onion Focaccia

Flourless Potato & Onion Focaccia

A focaccia made with a potato dough with a sweet onion, olive and caper filling topped with a golden breadcrumb crust.

Couscous with Veal, Cauliflower, Red Peppers & Saffron

Couscous with Veal, Cauliflower, Red Peppers & Saffron

Sicily has been on my mind. I recalled a remarkable day on the northern coast where I learned of 2 new ingredients for my Italian-American cooking, couscous and saffron. We spent a delightful day in San Vito lo Capo lounging on the soft pink beach, 

Orecchiette with Arugula

Orecchiette with Arugula

I snagged some baby arugula at the Petaluma farmer’s market yesterday. Simply drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, a drop or 2 of red wine vinegar and sea salt, the tender peppery arugula is a summer treat. But arugula isn’t just for salads. I have