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Penne all'arrabbiata ('Angry' Penne in a Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Penne all'arrabbiata ('Angry' Penne in a Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Here's another signature dish of Roman cooking, penne all'arrabbiata or 'angry' penne, perfect for an impromtu…

Frank Fariello
Feb 2010
Advanced
5 votes
7740 views
Marvelous Mac 'n Cheese!

Marvelous Mac 'n Cheese!

Homemade macaroni and cheese that's easy to prepare and tastes so much better than out of a box. A personal and family favorite!

erin de martini
Jun 2008
Beginner
5 votes
11463 views
Tomato Marinara with Garlic and Basil

Tomato Marinara with Garlic and Basil

This is a light and tasty sauce that the Roman's called "alla carrettiera". It's named for the drivers who…

Nancy Miyasaki
Aug 2009
Intermediate
5 votes
4705 views
Lemon Spaghetti

Lemon Spaghetti

Unusually, simply delicious.

Nollian
Dec 2010
Advanced
5 votes
2220 views
Gnocchi al gorgonzola (Potato gnocchi with Creamy Gorgonzola Sauce)

Gnocchi al gorgonzola (Potato gnocchi with Creamy Gorgonzola Sauce)

It's Thursday, and the Romans out there will know that Thursdays in Rome…

Frank Fariello
Feb 2010
Advanced
4 votes
15928 views
Ricotta and Greens or Spinach Pasta

Ricotta and Greens or Spinach Pasta

This is another excellent dish that takes advantage of delicious and healthy greens. This is a Sicilian dish…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2010
Advanced
4 votes
2540 views
Gnocchi ai funghi (Potato Gnocchi with Mushroom Cream Sauce)

Gnocchi ai funghi (Potato Gnocchi with Mushroom Cream Sauce)

The Romans out there will know that Thursdays in Rome (and perhaps in the rest of Italy) is gnocchi day. After…

Frank Fariello
Feb 2010
Advanced
5 votes
13852 views
Broccoli Rabe with Spaghetti, Feta Cheese and Croutons

Broccoli Rabe with Spaghetti, Feta Cheese and Croutons

You have just created a meal that is satisfying and delicious. Enjoy with Lots of Love, Catherine

Catherine Pappas
Jun 2010
Intermediate
4 votes
3202 views
Black Linguini with Green Veggies

Black Linguini with Green Veggies

I was really hungry today and I wanted to cook something tasty but fast. I’ve been eating eggs for the past 2…

Gourmandelle LifestyleBlog
Aug 2011
Advanced
4 votes
3536 views
Terrific Ground Beef Stroganoff

Terrific Ground Beef Stroganoff

Learn to make a flavorful, creamy ground beef stroganoff.

Pamela Orbin
Jan 2011
Advanced
4 votes
13337 views
Clam Sauce for Spaghetti

Clam Sauce for Spaghetti

This was a favorite growing up. Easy and fast to make. I like this best over Angel Hair pasta. This is not a heavy sauce and is on the healthier…

Sherwin Faden
Feb 2009
Intermediate
4 votes
9259 views
Pasta Paella

Pasta Paella

An easy and great tasting recipe. If you like the flavor of paella, you'll love this pasta. I've made this as well as true paella, and I think my…

Nancy Miyasaki
Apr 2009
Intermediate
4 votes
6294 views
Artichoke Hearts, Fava Beans & Sun-dried Tomatoes

Artichoke Hearts, Fava Beans & Sun-dried Tomatoes

It's mid-Winter. You're dyin' for Spring. Still too early for fresh favas and artichokes in the markets. Try…

Amos Miller
Feb 2012
Professional
4 votes
3515 views
Chicken Fettuccini  with Lemon-Caper Cream

Chicken Fettuccini with Lemon-Caper Cream

The presentation of this dish will definitely impress your guests. Serve this up in a big, flat pasta bowl and…

Terri Jordan
Feb 2008
Intermediate
4 votes
8841 views
Spaghetti alla carbonara

Spaghetti alla carbonara

Although my grandmother Angelina never made it--as far as I can recall--as a long-time resident of Rome I have a great fondness for la carbonara,…

Frank Fariello
Feb 2010
Advanced
3 votes
1817 views