At its peak during springtime, asparagus can be cooked in so many delicious ways. Roast it for a side dish, blend it into a soup or bake it into a casserole—you name it, and asparagus can do it. Use ...

Italians use every tidbit in the kitchen. This dish is made from homemade pasta scrapes called maltagliati, Italian for "badly cut." Instead of designating them to a pot of soup, cooks take ...

Asparagus is my favorite vegetable in the spring! I remember holding a fat spear with both hands and bending it gently until it snapped. That was my first cooking lesson at age 4. Living in Lodi ...

From "A Girl and Her Greens" by April Bloomfield with J.J. Goode About ¾ pound fresh egg tagliatelle pasta (or your favorite pasta) Instructions: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, bring ...

Looking for a spring first course that is simple and flavorful? Asparagus and bacon pasta is the perfect recipe: an irresistible combination of the sweetness of fresh asparagus and the savoriness of ...

One of the pillars of great cooking is ensuring that each dish features ample textural contrast, an element as important as flavor. Once you strike the balance of sweet, salty, acidic, bitter and ...

Bring 2 pots of water to a rolling boil; one for the pasta and one for the asparagus. While the water is heating, put the pine nuts in a single layer in a large skillet. Heat on medium heat, stirring ...

Creamy Asparagus Pasta with Mint and Peas is easy to throw together on a busy May evening. ANDREW SCRIVANI NYT May is half over in all its busy glory — graduation parties, Orthodox Easter that happens ...

Ina Garten is one of Food Network’s regulars and one of the network’s most beloved stars. The 73-year-old is known for her delicious recipes and calm demeanor, making one feel right at home. Her ...

Asparagus is always an impressive dish and is especially appropriate for special occasions. I am taking advantage of the ...

1/2 lb pasta, cooked al dente (I love orzo but really any shape you like works!!) Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside on a piece of paper ...

A springtime-favorite vegetable, healthy and nutritious asparagus is super versatile. You can serve the vegetable roasted with salt and pepper for a side dish, slice it into pieces before adding to a ...