Category: Pasta – Dry

Penne all’ Arrabbiata (Pasta with Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Penne all’ Arrabbiata (Pasta with Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Penne all’Arrabbiata is a classic, quick and easy Italian pasta dish. Although this recipe originated in the Lazio region, near Rome,  it is popular throughout Italy. I must confess that it was one of my favorite pasta dishes when I was a student, as it 

Pasta e Lenticchie with Cauliflower

Pasta e Lenticchie with Cauliflower

Pasta e Lenticchie (Pasta with Lentils) is an authentic Italian recipe similar in its method of preparation to Pasta e Fagioli. My interpretation includes the addition of Roasted Cauliflower and a garlicky lemon dressing for a dish that is rooted in the Italian tradition yet 

Pasta with Sardines (Pasta con le Sarde): a Sicilian recipe

Pasta with Sardines (Pasta con le Sarde): a Sicilian recipe

Pasta with Sardines, which in Italian is “pasta con le sarde”, is a classic Mediterranean dish. The recipe brings together quintessential Sicilian flavors with distinct Arabic ingredients. In one bite, you will taste the saltiness of the sardines, the sweetness of the raisins, the spiciness 

Easy Vegan Pesto Pasta with Arugula & Mint

Easy Vegan Pesto Pasta with Arugula & Mint

This post has been updated and first appeared on Italian Kitchen Confessions on September 8th, 2020.   By now you know that I have a thing for fresh produce and for pesto. Pesto is a great sauce throughout the entire year. This recipe calls for 

How to Make Quick and Easy Spaghetti with Clams

How to Make Quick and Easy Spaghetti with Clams

Spaghetti with Clams is one of those dishes that reminds me of a great Italian lunch in the open-air drinking some good wine and being surrounded by a great company. I must confess I learned the secrets from my dad, who, in the past, made 

Cherry Tomato Pasta with Capers & Crispy Breadcrumbs

Cherry Tomato Pasta with Capers & Crispy Breadcrumbs

The origin of this dish Why you will love Cherry Tomato Pasta with Capers & Crispy Breadcrumbs? -You will use mostly pantry ingredients. -It is quick and easy to make. -This recipe is vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free. How to make Cherry Tomato Pasta with Crispy 

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Tuna

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Tuna

Yellow Squash Zucchini Whole wheat spaghetti Tuna Herbs Lemon How to prepare Zucchini & Yellow Squash Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Tuna Italian cooking tips for dry pasta As a reminder, here my tips to cook pasta in the same way we, Italians, do! • Always 

Red Pepper Pesto Macaroni

Red Pepper Pesto Macaroni

Red Pepper Pesto Macaroni is a savory and fresh recipe to add to your summer rotation. This red pesto is a bit different from the Sicilian one, as it is made with red peppers and red chili pepper, whole the Sicilian one uses fresh tomatoes 

Pasta alla Norma

Pasta alla Norma

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Grilled Melon Pasta Salad with Crudo Ham & Gorgonzola

Grilled Melon Pasta Salad with Crudo Ham & Gorgonzola

Grilled Melon Pasta Salad with Crudo & Gorgonzola recipe ingredients: Prosciutto Crudo: Gorgonzola Cantaloupe (a/k/a Sweet Melon or Rock Melon) Pasta How to make Grilled Melon Pasta Salad with Crudo & Gorgonzola Grilled Melon Pasta Salad with Crudo & Gorgonzola substitution and variations Which wine