Recipes

Francesca Pittaluga
Mussels marinara with fresh herbs.

Mussels Marinara with Fresh Herbs from Lettuce Grow

This easy Mussels Marinara combines fresh mussels simmered in Ciao Pappy's Marinara Alla Pappy with a touch of white wine, garlic, and fresh basil. The best part is this one can be ready in about 20 minutes. Serves 2-4 Ingredients 2 pounds (908g) mussels, cleaned and scrubbed 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 3 cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup (120ml) dry white wine 1/2 jar of Ciao Pappy Marinara Alla Pappy 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (from your Lettuce Grow!) 1/4 cup chopped green onion (from your...

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Francesca Pittaluga
Classico Margherita Pizza

Classico Margherita Pizza

Classic Margherita PizzaNothing says la vita bella like a perfectly simple margherita pizza—nostalgic, no-fuss, and full of flavor when made with the right ingredients. Ingredients 1 ball of pizza dough 1 jar of Ciao Pappy’s Marinara Classico 1 ball of fresh mozzarella Fresh basil leaves Extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Directions Preheat your pizza oven to a high heat (around 750°F if using a wood-fired oven, or 500°F for a conventional oven with a pizza stone). On a floured surface, stretch your dough into your desired shape and thickness. Spoon a thin layer of Marinara...

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Francesca Pittaluga
A delicious summer pasta dish with avocado oil and pasta sauce.

Lemony Ricotta Orecchiette with Peas & Marinara

A bright and zesty twist on a seasonal pasta dish. Ciao Pappy's Marinara Classico and west~bourne’s avocado oil come together with lemon and creamy ricotta for the perfect taste of spring. Two LA-based brands, rooted in a love for pure, clean ingredients.  Ingredients: 12 oz orecchiette 1 Tbsp extra virgin west~bourne avocado oil, plus more for serving Salt, to taste ½ cup frozen peas ¼ cup reserved pasta water Ricotta Mixture: 1 cup ricotta Zest of 1 lemon 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1–2 Tbsp avocado oil Freshly grated Parmesan or Romano, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste To Serve:...

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Francesca Pittaluga
Delicious shrimp and orzo dish with Calabrian chiles and peas.

Creamy Calabrian Orzo with Shrimp and Feta

Look for a creative way to use your Creamy Calabrian marinara? Try our Calabrian shrimp with orzo and Hot Crispy Oil. It’s the perfect elevated dinner plate with a kick and full of flavor. Serves 6 Ingredients 1 pound 16/20 shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons salted butter 1 medium shallot, finely minced (about ½ cup) 1½ cups dry orzo ¼ cup dry white wine 1 cup Ciao Pappy Creamy Calabrian Sauce 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock 4 ounces feta in brine, broken into large chunks 1 cup frozen peas ¼...

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