Texture is one of the fundamental elements that make up a good meal. Texture adds dimension and intrigue to each bite, peaking the curiosities of your mouth. For me, Israeli couscous delivers in the texture department every time, offering little balls of pasta that are silky, smooth and round. Coupled with crisp asparagus, peas just waiting to be popped and …
Risotto with Red Wine and Peas
I adore risotto. I first watched Giada de Laurentiis make it on Every Day Italian and loved how malleable it is. Like pasta, it is one of those dishes that is easily manipulated and once you have the base set, it will take on a variety of flavors, whatever your palate is craving that particular night. As you slowly combine …
Penne with Italian Sausage, Peas and Egg
I won’t apologize. I LOVE PASTA. Any shape, any sauce, I’ll be happy. It’s been my favorite since I was a little girl; although I have to say I’ve come a long way from overcooked angel hair with Wishbone Italian Dressing (I know, I know, but it’s really not as bad as it sounds!)… Any how, this combo of sausage, …