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Warm Summer Orzo

Jul 22, 2009 | No Comments

2 ears of corn 2 links of sausage, crumbled 2 shallots, finely chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 cup white wine 1/4 cup tomato sauce 1/2-3/4 cup chopped scallions 1/4-1/2 cup chopped parsley 1 lb orzo shaved parmesean reggiano to garnish Shave the corn kernels from the ears and saute ...

Spring Pasta with Ramps

Jun 3, 2009 | 4 Comments

1 lb spaghetti (cooked until almost al dente) 4-5 strips of bacon or pancetta, chopped 1 bunch of ramps, bulbs and leaves chopped separately 1-2 jalepeno peppers, chopped 1 cup white wine 1/2 cup cream Parmigiano-Reggiano, thinly sliced 1 bunch of chives, chopped Saute bacon or pancetta in deep saute pan until nicely browned.  Remove ...

Mexican Risotto

Apr 12, 2009 | One Comment

4 cups chicken stock 1 head roasted garlic 3 chipotle peppers 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 cup arborio rice 2 tablespoons of tomato paste 1 cup white wine 2 poblano peppers, chopped 2 jalepeno peppers, chopped 1 cup carnitas (see recipe below) 1/2 cup shredded cheese Cilantro In a medium stock pot, blend garlic and ...