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Linguini with Clam Sauce
I just made this for friends and unfortunately forgot to take a picture… But I updated the recipe. Enjoy! Archie’s friend Cinque made his Linguini with Clam Sauce every Christmas. Many years ago (circa 1980), I was there for his Christmas party. You can see me…
Grandma’s Tripe
From VP Slate to John Slate Beef tripe 1 to 2 lb. Should be very white. Boil about 1-1/2 hours until medium soft. After tripe has been parboiled, cut off all fat. Then cut into thin strips 2″ long. Wash well with cold water. Saute in a small amount of olive…
Saltimbocca
Grandma’s favorite! Veal cutlets Proscuitto Fresh Sage leaf Parmesan Cheese grated Tomato sauce Flour and butter White wine or Marsala Pound veal cutlets thin and roll with Proscuitto, fresh sage, parmesan and tomato sauce. Tie with string. Dip in flour and fry…
Cotechino and Lentils
From Archie Perugi 1 Cotechino sausage (can be found in NYC or even your local Italian market!) 2-1/2 C. large lentils, washed and dry 2 small onions or 1 large, diced 1/4 c chopped pancetta 1 tsp. chopped garlic 2 stalks celery, diced 2 medium carrots, diced 1 can…
Frita Mista
(In her own words) Here is the basic batter used for frying zucchini, artichokes, shrimp, chicken, and eggplant. 2 eggs 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2/3 cup warm water 1/4 tsp. salt 1 cup flour Break the egg into a bowl, add the oil, water, and salt. Beat until nicely mixed and…
Chicken Cacciatore
From Grandma via Archie Take cut up chicken and saute in olive oil partway. Add chopped parsley, celery, minced garlic and chopped onion. Continue to saute until chicken is browned on all sides. Add fresh sage leaves, Del Monte tomato sauce*, salt and pepper to taste….