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Pasta Puttanesca

By Eliot, on April 14th, 2013%
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The next course after the charred octopus was Chef Marcus’ take on Pasta Puttanesca.    Puttanesca can be loosely translated to “spicy like a prostitute” and most puttenesca sauces are spicy.    Chef Marcus switched it up a bit with his rendition.

(This post is the next installment of our Modern Italian Cuisine Cooking Class with Chef . . . → Read More: Pasta Puttanesca

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Whole Wheat Pasta with Garlic Two Ways

By Eliot, on March 22nd, 2013%
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Pasta inspired by “The Shape of Water,” a novel of murder and intrigue and this round’s Cook the Books pick. . . . → Read More: Whole Wheat Pasta with Garlic Two Ways

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More OCD Recipes: Chicken Tetrazzini

By Eliot, on January 14th, 2013%
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One of the first contests I entered, I won.    But, let me clarify.   It was a “Fan Favorite” contest.    It was sponsored by the 92nd Street Y in NYC and I am sure that they were perplexed as to why a bunch of Okies were voting for Loaded Baked Potato Mac ‘n Cheese.

I recruited . . . → Read More: More OCD Recipes: Chicken Tetrazzini

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Tequila Chicken with Jalapeno Cream Sauce

By Eliot, on October 14th, 2012%
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On our recent trip to KC, I picked up some Pappardelle’s pasta and was most excited to try the black bean/chipotle pasta.   I based this recipe on one from their website for Chipotle Black Bean Tagliatelle with Tequila Lime Sauce.    I wanted to highlight the many jalapenos we are still getting from the . . . → Read More: Tequila Chicken with Jalapeno Cream Sauce

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Alone in the kitchen with leftover eggplant…

By Eliot, on October 1st, 2012%
Dinner is served. Luckily by this point I was not alone in the kitchen anymore.

The title of this post is an allusion to an essay in Laurie Colwin’s book Home Cooking, a book that Cook the Books Club recently featured.     Colwin’s ‘s essay is actually entitled “Alone in the Kitchen with an Eggplant” and I referenced it in my latest CTB post.

This recipe is another homage to the late . . . → Read More: Alone in the kitchen with leftover eggplant…

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Roasted Tomato, Garlic and Pepper Sauce for a Romantic Dinner (and an SRC reveal)

By Eliot, on September 17th, 2012%
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September’s SRC Reveal: This is a great spaghetti sauce recipe packed with veggies. . . . → Read More: Roasted Tomato, Garlic and Pepper Sauce for a Romantic Dinner (and an SRC reveal)

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The Perfect Macaroni Salad

By Eliot, on June 26th, 2012%
The photo may not be perfect, but the flavors are spot on!

The Perfect Macaroni Salad recipe—-perfect for the upcoming holiday picnics, barbeques, and cookouts. . . . → Read More: The Perfect Macaroni Salad

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Pasta Alfredo with Peas and Carrots—SRC Post for March

By Eliot, on March 19th, 2012%
Peas and carrots!

I love our Secret Recipe Club posting days! . . . → Read More: Pasta Alfredo with Peas and Carrots—SRC Post for March

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Comfort Food: Pasta with Roasted Garlic, Sausage, and Beans

By Eliot, on January 13th, 2012%
I opted for no cheese (we are trying to eat healthier) and garnished with a bit of giant Italina parsley.

What to make for dinner? Pasta is always my answer. . . . → Read More: Comfort Food: Pasta with Roasted Garlic, Sausage, and Beans

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Four Cheese Manicotti with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

By Eliot, on December 26th, 2011%
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I am done with gifts. Today I wanted to use one of my Christmas presents, a new baking dish. . . . → Read More: Four Cheese Manicotti with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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