By Ari, on January 14th, 2012%
I’ve rearranged a few priorities in my life.
First, I’m eating more vegetables. Kale, squash… those are both great.
Second, I’m trying to consume less fatty cuts of meat. In this tart, I opt to use pancetta over bacon. It’s the healthy choice.
Third, I’m eating more butter. Making this tart dough on a regular basis is definitely a good life choice.
Alright, this last one should probably be removed from my priority list. Baby steps.
Anyway, I’m starting off the new year with a healthy perspective, and from here on out I’ll try to cut back on things like sweets and fried foods. Promise.
…except for the recipe I’ll post in a few days about zucchini fritters. Is it still considered bad if you’re frying up veggies?!
Continue reading Kale, Taleggio, and Butternut Squash Tart
By Ari, on December 22nd, 2011%
I know what you’re thinking: how could I go away for almost two weeks and not give you any notice?!
Believe me, it wasn’t intentional. I think we’re all in agreement that the holidays are busy and stressful, but these past few weeks have been exceptionally sporadic. Fortunately, I come bearing a winner of a dish: imagine an Italian sausage sandwich, oozing with cheese and sauce… turned pasta.
Onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, spicy sausage, ricotta, and juuust a touch of cream.
Continue reading Rotini with Spicy Sausage and Ricotta
By Ari, on July 15th, 2011%
A little late in posting this, but I couldn’t resist sharing. On 4th of July, my hubby and I had our own little barbeque.
Okay, to be honest, there was no barbequing involved… but it felt like a traditional barbeque! We had ribs, we had corn on the cob, and we had obligatory mayonaisse-based side dishes.
Continue reading Baby Back Ribs
