Sunday Gravy
While I may not have grown up with a nonna stirring sauce on the stove, I believe there’s something deeply communal and comforting about this kind of meal. In many ways, I think we've lost touch with this tradition in the United States: the idea of cooking slowly, intentionally, and together. For me, there’s nothing more beautiful than a dish crafted from whatever’s in the deep freeze, tucked in the fridge, or recommended by the local butcher that week.
Honeynut Squash Carbonara
I love using the sweet roasted flesh of honeynut squash with egg yolks, from Pete and Gerry’s eggs, for a luxurious, emulsified pasta sauce, butternut will work beautifully. The natural sweetness and richness from roasted squash help prevent carbonara from drying out, ensuring every strand of pasta is thoroughly coated in a creamy, flavorful sauce.
Mango Tiramisu
A chilled Mango Float-inspired dessert with mango-juice-soaked ladyfingers, condensed-milk whipped cream, and coconut. Use fresh mango or frozen chunks, and make it ahead.
Stuffed Mushrooms
Holiday season is nearly here. Make these stuffed mushrooms as a last minute appetizer that requires very little prep. They come together in less than an hour.
French Onion Gnocchi
When the weather drops from 90 to 80 degrees, that is enough cause for celebration in Florida. Kicking off this autumn season of casseroles with a knock-out dish combining French Onion Soup and Italian-Style Potato Gnocchi.