If you happen to have an entire lazy afternoon available, I highly recommend making homemade Butternut Squash Tortellini. Served with a brown butter sauce with walnuts, sage and dried cranberries, it's an indulgent meal that's hearty and wonderfully comforting. The process, though labor intensive, is well worth the trouble for the autumnal flavors and savory aroma that fills your house.
A lot of dishes evoke special memories and a plate of spaghetti and meatballs can transport me back to when I first met G. It was one of the first meals he made for me, celebrating our first Valentine's Day and even though we had just started dating, he definitely knew the way ...read more
This pasta salad is a staple during warmer months at our place. It's easy to throw together and there's something so appealing about a dish that can be served immediately or eaten cold several hours later. All of the herbs and textures complement each other and I love a good ...read more
We all have dishes that intimidate us in the kitchen. For many years, mine was risotto. Despite the fact that I ordered it nearly every time we went out for Italian, I was overwhelmed by the prospect of recreating it at home. It does require a lot of hands-on time, but when the ...read more
In Mill Valley, most evenings are met with a thick layer of fog that rolls over the mountains from the bay. After a long day of school or soccer practice, I loved pulling into the driveway and smelling my dad's cooking wafting through the kitchen window. I've always been a ...read more