Authentic Italia: Tomato Sauce January 23, 2010

Cooking instructor Joan D'Antonio takes her sauces seriously--and she has spent a lifetime studying the subtleties of authentic Italian cooking. You will learn what makes certain brands of canned tomatoes superior to others--and how to choose the right kind of fresh tomatoes for particular sauces. Pasta shapes and quality are important aspects of saucing correctly and Joan will pass on her expertise in the area so that you know exactly what products to use and why. Three tomato sauces will be demonstrated and sampled: All'Amatriciana, Fresh Grape Tomato Sauce, and Marinara Sauce, and some guiding principles on how to cook pasta for the best end results.