what jen does

Life, home, and a little travel

Year: 2017

  • Pasta alla Vecchia Bettola
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    Pasta alla Vecchia Bettola

    So funny story. I found this recipe for a pasta sauce over the weekend – and was instantly drawn to it for two reasons. One? Ina Garten was called out in the title. Two? I thought it took 11 hours to make. I literally was planning my day around making this 11 hour sauce. I…

  • baked ricotta with mushroom asparagus confit and balsamic brown butter
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    baked ricotta with mushroom asparagus confit and balsamic brown butter

    While I had this for dinner, I might call this my new favorite appetizer. I will absolutely be making this again – and in literally as many seasons as I can. It’s kind of the appetizer opportunity for getting rid of the “extra leftover veggies” in your fridge. Except for the fact that I just…