Parsnip Gnocchi MAKES: 4 servings TIME: 11/2 hours A twist on the usual potato gnocchi, these are loaded with flavor. The Parmesan and extra flour help hold the dough together and make dense, rich gnocchi. Play up the rich flavor even more by browning them with some...
Pad Thai MAKES: 4 servings TIME: 30 minutes Though you probably first fell in love with pad Thai in a Thai restaurant, it's easy to make at home, with a fast-paced stir-frying process that's perfect for either week-nights or entertaining, as long as you have all the...
Orzo, Risotto Style MAKES: 4 servings TIME: 25 minutes Even though orzo is rice shaped, this is quite different from true risotto. But as with risotto, it's important not to skimp on the fat, or the dish runs the risk of seizing up and becoming gummy. You can use any...
Linguine with Raw Tomato Sauce Linguine con Salsa Cruda MAKES: 4 servings TIME: About 30 minutes Sadly, I can't remember the saint who taught me how to make this; but if you have good fresh tomatoes and good basil, there is no higher use for them than this dish. And...
Korean-Style Noodles in Cool Bean Broth MAKES: 2 main-course or 4 side-dish servings TIME: 20 minutes, with precooked beans This version of a classic Korean lunch dish is high in protein and very satisfying, but it's also light and refreshing: the perfect easy...
Herbed Fresh Pasta MAKES: 4 servings TIME: At least 1 hour, largely unattended Fresh herbs are a must in this recipe; they create a pretty, green-tinged pasta that's full of bright flavor. 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage leaves, 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or...
Garlicky Vermicelli or Fideo MAKES: 4 to 6 servings TIME: 25 minutes The best way to break up the brittle vermicelli or fideo is to put it in a bag and beat it gently; or crush it between your hands, right over the pan. Like Orzo, Risotto Style, the pasta is toasted...
Fresh Egg Pasta MAKES: 4 servings TIME: At least 1 hour, somewhat unattended Egg pasta at its best; this Emiglia-Romagna-style pasta is rich and golden in color from the egg yolks. Because this recipe has a good amount of egg in it, the dough is moist and forgiving...
Fresh Egg Noodles with Scallions and Paprika MAKES: 4 to 6 servings TIME: About 1 hour; 20 minutes with premade noodles The noodles are the star here, especially if you make them yourself. But if you can find good-quality Amish-style dried egg noodles, feel free to...
Fast Tomato Sauce MAKES: 4 servings 1 enough for 1 pound of pasta TIME: 20 minutes This is among the most basic and useful pasta sauces and one of those staples, like vinaigrette, that is too easy not to make yourself. The main recipe uses basic pantry ingredients and...
