I’m still waiting on news regarding the job. I’m trying to shut my brain up, as the longer it goes without me finding out, the more paranoid my thoughts become. I was more jittery and stressed and self-doubtful last night, and rather than cook, we got pizza. I should’ve cooked but I couldn’t focus. Much as I wanted to order another pizza this evening, I didn’t cave and I made some dinner.
I really want to dislike Gwyneth Paltrow and her cookbook. I do. I thought about making the Cacio e Pepe again, but then I came across this recipe:
I gave Jay & the bambino the option of this or the Cacio e Pepe, and they both chose this. I did have to change up the ingredients a little:
I bought a 4-cheese blend with the Cacio e Pepe in mind, but since that’s what I had, that’s what I used. Same with the lemon juice. But it turned out well:
I am thinking I should probably add more water to the sauce…Mine’s all clumpy.
I did like the lemon flavor throughout the dish. I think next time I will try using an actual lemon and parmesan only. I also think I’ll add a bit more pasta water than the recipe suggests. Still, I liked this one better than the Cacio e Pepe, so I think I’ll be making this again very soon.
And in spite of the fact that I had a donut at break, split a Blizzard at lunch, AND got a candy bar when we ran errands after work, I had some dessert:
The last of “the cookies.” I should make them again, but I’m in the mood for cupcakes. I might have to make some over my nice long weekend! In between all the usual weekend stuff, of course.
Did you include Gwyneth’s secret ingredient – Superiority? Unless, of course, you’re a MERE mortal. Then she’ll probably understand. :)
Aw, y’know, I’m fresh out of superiority. All I had was some old mediocrity in the pantry. :)
Love it Amy!