Try to get similarly-sized clams, as different sizes will alter the cooking time for them to open. Smaller ones are preferable, as they'll open faster, ensuring the pasta won't overcook. For anyone with dietary concerns, try...
Italian ragus tend to be long-simmered dishes, but a French ragout is a quicker affair, a thick, cheesy stew. Tossed over pasta, this one is a true fusion, a halfway point between ragu and ragout.
Use the showiest farmers' market or garden tomatoes in a dish that deliciously combines a favorite sandwich and a classic Italian salad, with a touch of corn and basil thrown in for extra summery flair.
Now that I'm single and being thrown into the dating world like a helpless rag doll, I am seeking advice high and low from anywhere I can get it. I haven't really had the chance to be in the adult...
Smoky, low-sodium, oven-roasted tomatoes stand in for jarred sauce, and fresh mozzarella adds a cheesy finish to portion-perfect Chicken Parmesan with Oven-Roasted Tomato Sauce.
