INGREDIENTS: 1 pound of cooked pumpkin (or other winter squash) 2 eggs 6 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or similar cheese Freshly grated nutmeg to taste Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 6-8 Amaretti cookies, finely crushed* 1 package wonton wrappers One egg, beaten Butter (approximately 4 tablespoons) 8-10 fresh sage leaves *These are the little...Read More
While researching websites for articles about ravioli, I discovered an interesting blog, Ciao Chow Linda. The directions for making ravioli are simple and straightforward with excellent photos. This classic Ligurian walnut cream sauce for pumpkin-filled ravioli is also delicious with other meatless ravioli such as portobello mushroom. INGREDIENTS: 4 dozen homemade pumpkin ravioli or purchased...Read More
Just like Mama used to make — well, almost. Our version is easier and just as tasty! Nothing beats fresh pasta with a texture and flavor that’s far superior to store-bought varieties. This simple semolina and egg pasta dough is simple. Rather than mixing by hand, we use a food processor to do the mixing....Read More
Our farmers market is lucky to have our own fresh pasta vendor — Pensi Pasta Company. Evette offers a delicious assortment of ravioli with flavorful fillings. Pomegranates and fresh pomegranate juice are available from Rancho Padre Farm. INGREDIENTS: Peppered Pomegranate Sauce 2 cups pomegranate juice 1 cup light brown sugar 1 tablespoon toasted, crushed black...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 2 cups sugar snap peas 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 1/2 cups chopped spinach (divided) 1/2 cup sliced green onions, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced 1 cup canned vegetable broth 2 medium green tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and cut into thin wedges 1/2...Read More
This dish is true San Francisco Italian fisherman’s fare — simple and fast to prepare. INGREDIENTS: 1 1⁄2 lbs. squid, cleaned and patted dry 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, crushed and finely minced 1 28-oz. can tomato sauce 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/4 cup water 1 cup white wine...Read More
This is a basic recipe that lends itself readily to variations. It can be pretty rich and is a lovely color, but it is easily prepared, and I make this from staples on hand when I find I have some cream left over from some other recipe. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons grapeseed or olive oil 1...Read More
Colorful red, gold, yellow, and burgundy cherry tomatoes are a summer staple at the farmers’ markets. Many also enjoy growing these luscious little bites in their own backyard gardens. After picking, don’t refrigerate tomatoes. Leave tomatoes out at room temperature. A few more days of ripening deepens their flavor and helps to concentrate their natural...Read More
This simple traditional Italian dish packs a lot of flavor with just a few ingredients — make sure to use the best possible extra virgin olive oil (like Belle Farms) and quality pasta. Be sure not to overcook the pasta — it’s best al dente. The ingredient amounts in this recipe can be adjusted to...Read More
