The Big Short is an incredible movie about the sad demise of the world’s economy circa 2008. Did anyone responsible for the disaster pay the price? Nope. Big banks are still sitting pretty, still poised to take advantage of the masses, and regular folks continue to pay the price. For CEOS, Wall Street has rewritten the adage: Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, enjoy…
Capellini Fried Eggs – Simply Italian
Mark Bittman is one of those accessible celebrity chefs. He shows you how to cook everything fast while keeping it simple. If you love pasta and you love fried eggs, two of the simplest of dishes, then you’re going to love this take on Bittman’s Spaghetti with Fried Eggs. Capellini Fried Eggs 1/2 lb capellini or thin spaghetti sea salt…
Cacio e Pepe Pasta – Simple and Delicious
Let’s say you’re pressed for time but still want to enjoy gourmet food. Consider this simple and delicious Cacio e Pepe Pasta your blank canvas to enjoy in its naked perfection or to garnish at will. It combines two cheeses with fresh pasta and freshly ground black pepper along with two teaspoons of olive oil — and, better…
Pasta Giulia – By Julia!
I do keep going on and on about my sister Julia. Try her Pasta Giulia and you’ll understand. The tuna, coriander, capers and olives all play off each other in perfect harmony. Would you believe me if I told you that all the cooking you have to do to is boil some water and chop some herbs? Pasta…
Pasta with Garlic Walnut Sauce – Comforting!
The weather last Sunday was spectacular—sunshine, mild temperature and a fresh snowfall that begged to be disturbed. It’s undeniable. Winter has its moments of beauty. Too bad it’s just moments and not large stretches of time. Since it’s still rather chilly out, you may feel the need for some comfort food that sticks to your…
Easy Pasta with Rapini Chips
I admit it. I’m cheating on my hairdresser. Well, it was sort of her fault. When she took time off to have a baby, she left me in very capable hands. To make matters worse, they worked side-by-side. Now, I don’t know how to break it to her, but I may not be coming back….