While you could easily add bacon or pancetta to this pasta I like the deep, salty flavor of crispy prosciutto as it pairs nicely with the creamy ricotta. After a quick sear in the skillet the prosciutto becomes very lean and easily crumbles. Prosciutto can come with a hefty price tag but a little goes…
ASPARAGUS FRITTATA
Blanching is one of my favorite ways to prepare spring vegetables. Briefly cooked in salted, boiling water and then shocked in an ice water bath, the food tastes clean. Salt – my favorite ingredient – is what brings out the natural flavor. Have your ice bath prepared before you begin cooking the asparagus. INGREDIENTS 2…
PEA SOUP WITH CRISPY PROSCIUTTO AND CROUTONS
I’m always amazed at how bright and green this soup turns out. It’s delicious hot or cold, making it great for a spring picnic. Frozen green peas are excellent, too, when fresh are not in season. Double the recipe and freeze some for a rainy day. While it’s great plain and simple, I like to…