We can all agree 2020 has looked a little different than we had expected, but can you believe it is already Father’s Day? While things are constantly changing, one this is certain: you can’t beat grilling on Father’s Day. Our head chef Kevin Johnson and the talented Lauren Lane worked together to create delicious recipes […]
Spring is here and that means graduation parties, bridal showers and get-togethers to kick off summer break are just around the corner. So, what should be on the menu at these celebrations? Here are a few Cervasi-inspired ideas to help get your party planning started! Appetizers/Finger Food We follow the unwritten rule that you should […]
Did you know you can use your Instant Pot for pasta dishes? That’s right. You can now cook Cervasi pasta in about five minutes! We’ve been reading people’s Instant Pot (a.k.a. Instapot or IP) feedback, tips and tricks on cooking pasta (and using olive oil) in Facebook groups, such as Instant Pot for Beginners and Instant […]
If you are just about anywhere in the United States, you could say it’s been cold — really cold. Much of our country has been experiencing extreme freezing temperatures, loads of ice and piles of snow. And we have been feeling it here in Kansas City this year, right? We don’t know about you, but our […]
You’ve seen traditional gift baskets filled with coffee, tea and chocolates. This year, change things up and give a useful, beautiful gift basket filled with Italian food products from Cervasi! Include a selection of ingredients for a specific dish. Then complete the basket by adding a recipe card showing how to create the dish. Check […]
We love our holidays here at Cervasi, from Easter to Valentine’s Day and every special day in between. One holiday we’re particularly fond of is World Pasta Day on October 25. Though we don’t need a holiday to remind us of our passion for pasta, we like the idea that people around the world are […]
Macaroni & Cheese is a classic comfort food — there’s no debating that. The dish appeals to all ages, from kids to adults. Have you ever considered putting a spin on this well-loved, cheesy dish? Whether you want to change things up with different flavors or want to fancy your mac & cheese for a […]
There’s more to pasta than the classic Marinara and Alfredo sauces. In our Guide to Making Pasta Sauce infographic, we’re featuring 16 additional sauces to add to your stock of recipes. Browse Cervasi’s assortment of sauce ideas organized into five categories ― tomato-based, meat, cream and cheese, vinegar and wine and alternative protein ― to […]
The alarm sounds early in the morning. The day quickly shifts to dropping off the kids at school, a workday filled with back-to-back meetings, running errands, lunch with a friend, volunteering at your favorite non-profit — or maybe all of these! Make life a bit easier with simple, streamlined meals that don’t take much time […]
Cooking pasta may seem easy — just boil water and add the desired noodle of your choice — but there are tips you can follow to achieve pasta perfection. Here’s a round-up of tips we like: Wait for a rapid boil. If you put the pasta in the water early, it will absorb too much water […]
