Pasta Entrées
The simplicity of this Neopolitan recipe (named for ladies of the night), belies its luscious flavor. Studded with green and black olives and dressed in ripe summer tomatoes, this is a quick pasta dish for a summer evening. Serve with a green vegetable and a big salad of mixed greens tossed with chickpeas or other beans. Use good olives that come pre-pitted from your market’s olive bar. Read More→
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Arrabiata is an Italian term for “mad” or “enraged.” I imagine that the name of this pasta dish must have been inspired by its bold red sauce and seasoning. Pepperoncini (pickled Italian hot peppers, available in jars from most any supermarket) and red pepper flakes are its signature flavorings. Use the amounts given here as a guideline—for a spicier effect, taste the sauce, then slowly step up the quantity of these two key ingredients. Read More→
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This is an embellished version of pasta aglia olio (garlic and oil), an Italian classic suitable for warm weather, but welcome any time you crave a light yet satisfying pasta dish. It’s especially good when tender small zucchini come to market in midsummer.
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You need only a salad and some crusty bread to accompany this hearty pasta dish that’s welcome all year around. Read More→
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This easy and delectable pasta dish is perfect for cool weather months when you want something comforting, yet with plenty of flavorful veggies. Adapted from Vegan Express. Photo by Susan Voisin, FatFree Vegan Kitchen. Read More→
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This pasta dish, combining rotini with white beans, needs only a tossed salad and a steamed green veggie to complete the meal. Try this with whole-grain or spelt pasta for an even heartier result. Read More→
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This hearty pasta is a sturdy, everyday kind of dish, with a fusion of Italian and Asian flavors. You can use any kind of small red bean, but adzuki beans are especially good in this. You’re less likely to find them in cans, but they don’t take as long as other bean varieties to cook. Read More→
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This classic pasta and chili dish can be made with varying ingredients and seasonings, but the one standard factor is that it’s always served over spaghetti. Often, too, a touch of sweet spices (such as cinnamon or allspice) are added. The result: a hybrid recipe that’s uniquely American. Adapted from The Vegetarian Family Cookbook. Read More→
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