Chicken Riggies is a pasta dish native to Utica, NY consisting of chicken, peppers, and rigatoni in a spicy tomato-cream sauce. So why exactly is a Philadelphia-based blog posting a version of … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Coq Au Vin
When I first began learning to cook, Coq Au Vin was one of the first recipes I attempted to make. And boy, did I fail miserably. So I've stayed away from the recipe since -- I haven't tried to make it … [Read more...]
Speck and Anchovy Pasta with Garlic Breadcrumbs
Note: I was sent a sample of Speck Alto Adige PGI in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. #sponsored During the winter, I cannot get enough comfort food recipes. To me, Italian food … [Read more...]
Peach, Vidalia Onion, and Pancetta Flatbread
Note: I was sent a box of Vidalia onions to make this post. Opinions are mine alone. Spring is one of my favorite times of year for cooking. As the weather warms, all sorts of fun produce hits the … [Read more...]
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara is the definition of simple, elegant decadence. Carbonara is typically made with pork fried in olive oil, grated hard cheese, raw eggs, and pasta. Versions use pancetta … [Read more...]
Orzo with Crispy Pancetta and Chives
You can never have too many quick side dishes to help complete a meal. This one comes highly recommended by my husband; the first time I made it, I didn't even get a taste because he gobbled up all of … [Read more...]
Braised Baby Back Ribs and Creamy Polenta with Brussels Sprouts and Pancetta
I've mentioned on here many times, I really stink at getting an entire meal on the table. I can usually handle making the main dish and then I just scramble to throw a salad together and call it a … [Read more...]
Chicken Marsala Ravioli with Spinach and Mushrooms
I am a pasta addict. I love it. I will never ever be carb free because I don't want to know what life is like without pasta. I am a huge fan of fresh pasta because 1. I personally think it tastes … [Read more...]
Liberté at Sofitel Philadelphia’s Chestnut Ravioli
I am lucky to live in such a food city. Everywhere around me, there are restaurants that deliver seemingly effortless food with beautiful presentation. Twice a year, center city hosts Restaurant Week, … [Read more...]
Pancetta Crisps With Goat Cheese and Pear
With the holidays fast approaching, we all need more quick appetizer recipes for when friends and family come to visit. This one from Southern Living intrigued me: pear, pancetta, honey, and goat … [Read more...]
