Hey Amy!

I love the scene in ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’ when Ratner orders for his date “the lady will have linguine in white clam sauce and a coke with no ice and I will have the same”.  It slays me every time.

I love linguine.  I actually have never met a pasta that I haven’t loved.  This recipe is full of flavor, beauty and, well, calories.  Now you all should know by now that I don’t shy away from a dish just because it has a few extra calories. You will enjoy this delicious meal at a rainy evening dinner party.  Trust me.

Ingredients:

12 oz. linguine
pinch of saffron threads
2 Tbsp. water
5 oz. ham, cut into strips
3/4 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
2 egg yolks

Bring a large pan of water to a boil.  Add the pasta and cook to your preference.

Meanwhile, place the saffron in a separate pan and add water.  Bring to a boil, then remove and let stand for 5 minutes.  Stir the ham, cream, Parmesan and saffron and return the pan to the heat.  Season with salt and pepper and heat, gently stirring constantly, until simmering.  Remove the pan from heat and beat in egg yolks.  Drain pasta and toss well.  Serve.

Don’t you want to make this now, even when it’s sunny?

xo–me

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