New Recipes: Two Classic Pastas
Hungry? There's a new recipe or two on Small Pantry...
Hungry? There are two new recipes on Small Pantry...
Hi!
Somehow I messed up my scheduling and last week’s newsletter never went out… Oopsies! So this Friday you get a double serving of pasta. Oh, carby, tomato saucy joy! As always I've really put these dishes through their paces, so you can cook with confidence. There are tons of tips and explanations in the posts already, but if you find yourself with any questions, feel free to leave a comment!
Pasta all’Amatriciana
At its heart, pasta all'amatriciana is a variation on its iconic cousin, pasta al pomodoro. It’s a year-round winner, but I tend to gravitate towards it most in fall and early winter. The extra heartiness from the bacon and white wine warms a body up in a way that's cozier than simpler pomodoro sauces. My pasta all' amatriciana recipe is as true to the original as possible, but I call for bacon instead of the more traditional guanciale. And before you gasp at the audacity, my college Italian professor, born and raised in Rome, gave me permission! If you can find guanciale or good quality pancetta, feel free to use it in place of the bacon. All three options are delicious!
Pasta al Pomodoro Fresco
This classic fresh tomato sauce is lighter and better suited to warm weather than a regular pasta al pomodoro or a marinara sauce. It’s in the name: pomodoro fresco literally means “fresh tomato.” In-season tomatoes are the best for this sauce, of course. In addition to being juicy and slightly tangy, perfectly ripe tomatoes also have a specific sweetness and umami that winter tomatoes lack. Unfortunately for me (and most of you, I think), we have left the majesty of tomato season behind! So, if gorgeous heirloom tomatoes aren't in season, try chopping up some cherry or grape tomatoes instead. They almost always taste delicious!
(If you’re in the New England area, keep an eye out for Backyard Farms tomatoes. They’re greenhouse grown in Maine, and while they don’t hold a candle to summer tomatoes, they are leagues better than our other out-of-season options! Highly recommend.)
I hope I've made you drool. If you end up making these recipes, please let me know by leaving a comment and rating on the post! And if you share it on social media, tag me or send me a DM! I love seeing pictures of what you make. See you soon!
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