Pizza with Zucchini, Tomato and Feta

zucchini-feta-pizza This pizza is about all things summer. I had a similar one from Rosso Pizzeria at a Tuesday night concert in the Healdsburg Plaza and knew instantly I wanted to reproduce it for NOURISH.

Fregola Salad with White Beans and Arugula

Fregola Salad with Beans and Arugula
Fregola is an Italian rolled pasta similar to Israeli couscous, and it's wonderfully toothsome in this salad. If you can't find fregola (or wanted to go gluten free), millet would be a great substitute. Top with a few chunks of good quality tuna packed in olive oil and you've got a nice, hearty, nourishing meal.

Leek, Lemon and Cauliflower Fettuccine

leek-fettuccine
I'm a big fan of cooking cauliflower until it's almost creamy ... especially in pastas like this one. It becomes part of the sauce, adding heft and health to just a handful of fettuccine.

Pork and Fennel Ragu

pork-fennel-ragu
This quick ragu exemplifies my “double up-halvsies” trick. It’s got loads of onion and fennel, just a bit of pork for flavor, and half the pasta you’re used to. Yet it’s so hearty you’ll never miss the extra meat and pasta. 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 cups onion, finely chopped 2 cups fennel…

Farfalle with Sausage and Arugula Pesto

arugula-pesto
Right about now, I get to craving the aromatic bliss of basil. But it's tough to find in winter, and tends to be somewhat bland--and expensive--if you do. My seasonal secret? I use arugula, which is abundant right now both in my garden and on market shelves.