Ask any millennials born in July about their birthday and they will recall a childhood colored by anxieties about the day. There were no classroom cupcakes or gift-wrapped lockers, and the ever-present fear that no one would come to your party because everyone was at sleep-away camp or the beach or their grandma’s house. As Cancer season comes to a close (and a milestone birthday of my own approaches), I dedicate this week’s newsletter to the Cancers, Leos, and Virgos who may have complicated feelings about their birthdays.
Let’s dive into the summer zodiac signs and represent them as summery pastas. Just like you, these pastas are practical, comforting, a little extravagant, and definitely worth celebrating.
First up is Cancer ♋. We have a bountiful pasta that combines browned eggplant, quick tomato sauce, cooling mozzarella, and Parmesan-packed bread crumbs. This playful yet soothing dish is ideal for the comfort-seeking water sign. Cancers who crave the familiar will particularly appreciate how this weeknight-friendly spin on eggplant Parmigiana evokes the traditional version. No surprises here, just the crunchy, creamy bites you’d expect from the Italian classic, with the pasta already built-in.
Next, we move on to Leo ♌. Are forty cloves of garlic excessive? Of course not! Much like the sun-ruled fire sign, this pasta strikes a balance between showy opulence and confident boldness. With a little attention, the garlic softens and sweetens, revealing its gentler edges. The results are ragù-like, and Leos will appreciate the sophistication achieved with so few ingredients. You can use canned crushed or whole tomatoes for this recipe, but if you’re feeling fancy (which you are), go ahead and use peeled fresh summer tomatoes.
Lastly, we have Virgo ♍. In just 20 minutes, this pasta recipe perfectly captures the pragmatic swagger of this industrious earth sign. Every step in this one-pot zucchini-basil pasta is thoughtful, logical, and necessary. There are no gimmicks here. The cooking liquid for the pasta, which is vegetable stock, also serves as the base of the sauce. This exacting approach ensures that the noodles are cooked at the same time the liquid is reduced to a thick creaminess. And because Virgos attend to every detail, there’s a vibrant gremolata for garnishing as well.
So, Cancers, Leos, and Virgos, let’s celebrate your birthdays with these summery pastas that reflect your unique personalities and tastes. Enjoy!
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