FAQ'S

How long does the fresh pasta take to cook?
1 1/2 to 3 minutes, depending on the shape

How long does fresh pasta keep?
About 10 days under refrigeration

Can I freeze your fresh pasta and how do I cook it?
Yes, you can freeze it for about 30 days, longer if well sealed.
Place frozen pasta in salted boiling water and stir to loosen up.
Cook for about 3 minutes or to your liking.

How much pasta do I need per person?
We suggest 3 servings per lb.

How much pasta do I need for one lasagna?
1 lb (2 full sheets). Cut them in half and you will have 4 layers
big enough for a 9 x13 pan.

Do I need to pre-cook fresh pasta for lasagna?
No, just dip them in hot water before assembling lasagna, but better
yet, dip them in boiling water for about 45 seconds, then run under cold
water and stack between layers of plastic film until you are ready to
assemble lasagna.
This also works for Mannicotti or Rolatinni.

What sauce do I use with Lemon or Squid ink (black) pasta?
Basil Pesto or white Clam Sauce are best with Lemon pasta while
Putanesca or sun dried tomato pesto are good with Squid ink pasta.
Check our pasta guide for the best pasta/sauce combinations.

How long does frozen pasta keep?
About 2 months in your freezer.

Are any of your products made with nuts or around nuts?
No, no nuts are used in the products we manufacture.
We do sell Pine nuts in our retail store, but they do not come
in close proximity to products when they are being made.

What about in your Pesto sauces?
No, we do not use nuts in our Pesto sauce. We do sell nuts (pine
nuts) in our retail stores.

Do you make vegan items?
Yes, At this time we make Sweet Potato and Florentine Raviolis ( filled
with spinach, mushrooms, onions, red bell pepper and spices).

Do you have gluten free items?
Most of our sauces are gluten free. However they are made in areas where Very small amounts of flour may be blown around and land on sauces.

Do you have cooking classes?
Yes, and they are a lot of fun. Check our website for more information.

Where can I buy your pasta?
Butcher Boy, Andover 978-688-1511.
Chip-in Farm, Bedford 781-275-2545.
City Feed & Supply, Jamaica Plain 617-524-1700.
Clear Flour Bakery, Brookline 617-739-0060.
Concord Provisions, Concord 978-369-5555.
Crescent Ridge Dairy, Sharon 781-784-2740.
Formaggio, Cambridge 617-354-5377.
Formaggio, South End 617-350-6996.
Fresh Pond Market, Cambridge 617-876-3916.
Fruit Center, Milton 617-696-5274.
Fruit Center, Hingham 781-749-7332.
James Hook & Co. Boston 617-423-7340.
Harvest Coop, Jamaica Plain 617-661-1580.
Idylwilde Farm, Acton 978-263-5943.
S&S Farms & Deli 508-835-9989.
Savenors Market, Cambridge 617-723-6328.
Savenor's Market, Boston 617-723-6328.
Verril Farms, Concord 978-369-4494.
Wagon Wheel Farm, Lexington 781-862-2112.
Whole Foods, Boston Symphony 617-375-1010.
Whole Foods, Medford 781-395-4998.
Whole Foods, Bedford 781-275-8264.
Whole Foods, Wayland 508-358-7700..
Whole Foods, Cam. River St. 617-876-6990.
Whole Foods, Boston Chrls. River park. 617-723-3525.
Whole Foods, Woburn 781-376-9600.
Whole Foods, Hingham 781-741-8050.
Whole Foods, Cam. Fresh Pond 617-491-0040.
Whole Foods, Cam. Prospect St 617-492-0070.
Whole Foods, Newton Walnut St. 617-969-1141.
Whole Foods, Newton Washington St 617-965-2070.
Whole Foods, Brighton 617-738-8187.
Whole Foods, Swampscott 781-592-2200.

How long does the sauce keep for after it has been cooked?
3-4 days for tomato Sauces and 30 days for Pesto sauces. Cream and
Clam sauces should not be kept after cooking.

I want to cook one of the microwave meals in the oven, what should I do?
First, you need to transfer it to a oven safe pan and follow the instructions on label. We will give you correctly sized oven container at no charge,
please ask for one.

What's the most important thing to know about the microwave meals?
Follow the instructions and be sure to let it rest before you cut into it.

How long does the frozen sauce take to cook?
8 to 10 minutes in a covered sauce pan on medium heat.

I am planning a large party, do I need to order your large meals in advance?
We usually have every thing in stock but it is best to call a few days in
advance.

Are the good looking girls working in your stores married and can I have their phone numbers?
Yes and No and No.