Sunday At the Giacomettis

When it comes to Pasta dishes, the possibilities are endless.   A few simple ingredients makes for one great, wholesome dish.   I had some fresh Arugula that I needed to use and a small piece of Pancetta.  You can make this dish without the Pancetta, for those of  you who are strictly vegetarian or if you just want something light and wonderful and still have a great result.   I was craving something salty.   The combination is heavenly.   In less time that it takes to boil pasta, you can have this ready and really impress your guests.  Buon Appetito! Ingredients:  Serves 4  3 tablespoons olive oil One clove of garlic diced One large skillet to accommodate your ingredients 3-4 ounces of pancetta sliced fine into tiny pieces About one 10 ounce package of Arugula, cleaned, washed and dried 12 ounces of your favorite, good quality, imported,  Italian pasta Large pasta Pot filled with ample water to b...

Please excuse the absence of a photograph on this Blog, as Google and Blogspot are both having uploading issues.  Since many of you are requesting this Potato side dish recipe, here it is.   I will add the photograph later.  You can also view it on my Facebook page.   www.facebook.com/sundayatthegiacomettis This potato dish,  is very much like a Potato Gratin.   Please keep that in mind when using a cheese that does not have a creamy melting point.   Almost any creamy, cheese will do.  I chose a soft Gorgonzola.  I do not suggest it if you are sensitive to the smell of Gorgonzola, as it can be extremely fragrant when it melts.  I can assure you, it's quite delicious.  Buona Giornata! Barbara Serves 4 generously Ingredients: 3 medium/large red potatoes, cleaned, dried and sliced as thin as possible into rounds (like chips). 2 tablespoons of butter for your potatoes 1 tablespoon of butter to coat your baking dish ...