An example of Cucina Povera, Pasta with Tomatoes and Chickpeas inspired by one of my favorite test kitchens. The brothy pasta is served in bowls with spoons. Paste E Ceci – Pasta with Chickpeas Print Author: Christopher Kosovich Ingredients 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 small onion, finely chopped Kosher […]
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Tomatillo and Avocado Sauce
A great creamy puree of tomatillos, avocado, cilantro and jalapenos as a topping for tacos inspired by some of my favorite chefs. Tomatillo and Avocado Sauce Print Author: Christopher Kosovich Ingredients 8 ounces tomatillos, husks and stems removed, rinsed well and dried and cut in to 1-inch pieces. 1 avocado, halved, pitted, and cut […]
Backyard Barbeque Beans
Backyard Barbeque Beans Print Inspired by a favorite PBS cooking show. Author: Christopher Kosovich Ingredients ½ cup barbecue sauce (Bull’s Eye Original) ½ cup ketchup (Heinz) ½ cup water 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 teaspoon liquid smoke 1 teaspoon granulated garlic ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1¼ pounds bratwurst, casings […]
Pumpkin Pie Bites
Pumpkin Pie Bites Print Author: Christopher Kosovich Ingredients 2 Homemade Dough Crusts or store bought pie crust (store bought already comes with 2 per package) 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature) 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumkin pie filling) ½ cup Granulated Sugar 3 large Eggs (one is for the egg […]
Mini Pumkin Pies
Mini Pumpkin Pies Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 50 mins Makes 12 (1 mini pie) Servings in standard muffin tin. Author: Christopher Kosovich Serves: 12 Ingredients 1 package (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts, 2 crusts 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk […]
Cacio E Pepe
Print Though I haven’t been to Rome, this is said to be a classic Roman pasta dish that requires a quality pecorino Romano, a salty, hard sheep’s milk cheese. Cornstarch is added to overcome the tendency some readily available cheese to clump, but for best flavor imported pecorino is suggested. Author: Christopher Kosovich Ingredients […]
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Savory Stuffed French Bread Sandwiches
Savory Stuffed French Bread Sandwiches Print Author: Christopher Kosovich Ingredients 1 loaf french bread 1 pound lean ground beef 1 small white onion finely chopped, at least 2 Tbsp. but you can add more if you like ½ cup chopped celery 1 clove minced garlic 1 can cream of mushroom soup 2 Tbsp. milk […]
Baked Potatoes
Inspired by my favorite test kitchen, but modified to use olive oil. Baked Potatoes Print Author: Christopher Kosovich Serves: 2 servings Ingredients 2 (approximately 7 to 9-ounce) russet potatoes, unpeeled, each lightly pricked with fork in 6 places ½ cup water 2 Tbsp. olive oil Salt and pepper Instructions Adjust oven rack to middle […]
Creamy Asparagus and Leek Soup
This inspired by a skinnytaste.com recipe, but I adjust for using bit more garlic as listed in the recipe below. Creamy Asparagus and Leek Soup Print Author: Christopher Kosovich Serves: 5 servings or 7⅓ cups Ingredients 2 lbs asparagus (approximately 2 bunches) with tough ends snapped off 1 tbsp butter 4 leeks, white and […]