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ESSENTIALS OF CLASSIC ITALIAN COOKING: Tomato Sauce with Olive Oil and Chopped Vegetables

Serves 6

 

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds fresh, ripe tomatoes OR 2 cups canned imported Italian tomatoes, cut up, with their juice
2/3 cup chopped carrot
2/3 cup chopped celery
2/3 cup chopped onion
salt
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 to 1/2 pounds pasta

 

Prepare Tomatoes

Blancing Method: Plunge the tomatoes in boiling water for a minute or less. Drain them and, as soon as they are cool enough to handle, skin them, and cut them up in coarse pieces.

Food Mill Method: Wash the tomatoes in cold water, cut them lengthwise in half, and put them in a covered saucepan. Turn on the heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes. Set a food mill fitted with the disk with the largest holes over a bowl. Transfer the tomatoes with any of their juices to the mill and purée.

 

Sauce

1. Put either the prepared fresh tomatoes or the canned in a saucepan, add the carrot, celery, onion, and salt, and cook with no cover on the pan at a slow, steady simmer for 30 minutes. Stir from time to time.

2. Add the olive oil, raise the heat slightly to bring to a somewhat stronger simmer, and stir occasionally, while reducing the tomato to as much of a pulp as you can with the back of the spoon. Cook for 15 minutes, then taste and correct for sale.

NOTE: May be frozen when done. Recipe from Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking.

 

Here's a playlist to accompany your cooking that aims to conjure warm Italian kitchens, cool sea breezes, and lingering laughs.


Dahlia's Wishlist

1.) Idun Candle: I'm so proud of this collaboration we did with NaNin to develop a candle that smelled like IDUN. We pulled all of the Scandinavian notes that I grew up with. 
2.) Xinow Socks: My house is a sock on always house. It's an old St. Paul home, a little drafty, very cozy. My FAVORITE activity is reading my fantasy book curled up like golem next to a fire drinking whiskey with these on. Bless.
3.) Lucia Bustier: This under a blazer or sheer top is perfect. I love The Great Eros. They are wonderful humans and I love everything they make. I feel great in everything I own by them.
4.) Repose, 2023: The intimacy of this piece is so inspiring. I'm not a super vulnerable person so I like to surround myself with work that has a lot of openness to them.
5.) Helmi Cropped Crew Sweater: If you put this sweater on you will never take it off. It's a sleeper favorite piece. The color is so fun and helps with sad winter vibes. It's cotton so it's soft! The fit is great. Truly I want this in my closet.

Lauren's Wishlist

1.) The Alora Dress by Mara Hoffman: the striking color, the flattering obi belt, the luxe fabric - such a stunner.

2.) Martiniano Glove Shoes: these are some of the most comfortable shoes I've owned and they look extra pretty in this soft neutral. 

3.) The Axel Coat by Rachel Comey: it's the perfect balance of oversized and tailored, an easy piece to throw on and instantly look pulled together.

4.) Mea Socks by Baserange: they're soft but thick enough to wear with boots or ice skates to stay toasty.


Andi's Wishlist

1.) The Evelyn Dress by Mara Hoffman. This dress motivates me to do something important enough to get invited to an exclusive party. 

2.) The Bing Skirt by Rachel Comey. This skirt, especially when paired with the Merce Vest and Pyrenees Necklace, reminds me of Lilith from Frasier, who I love. 

3.) Fruit Wristlet by Ossa. I love how easy this makes dressing up an otherwise mundane outfit. Even just grabbing a coffee is more fun with a persimmon wristlet! 


Paris with Shereen in The Alora

 

Shereen Mohammed is a good friend and collaborator with Idun. She recently took a trip to Paris and wore a customer-favorite: the Alora Dress by Mara Hoffman. We asked her to share a few of her favorite spots while in Paris, along with her wishlist from Idun's current selection. Enjoy!

Aux Deux Amisgo-to spot for natural wine options, tasty small plates and people watching
Le Verre Volé I make reservations for dinner every time I visit Paris. It’s a simple spot that serves natural wine, authentic French cuisine and staff that make you feel at home.  
Folderolserves unique homemade ice cream and wine for a cute evening out with friends.
Bambino chic spot for a night out! They have an expansive vinyl record collection and of course, lots of natural wine.
Souvenir Vintagea haven of antique and vintage garments. 

À bientôt! 
Shereen

Shop Shereen's Wishlist HERE.

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