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CAVATELLI AND BROCCOLI
INGREDIENTS
24 Ounces frozen Cavatelli, cooked per package instructions
1 Large head Broccoli, cut into florets and steamed slightly to bring out color.
12 + Ounces of Chicken Stock
3/4 Cup of high quality Olive Oil (Should measure 1/2 an inch in large skillet.)
6 Cloves fresh garlic, sliced (Again to taste. If you love garlic no need to skimp.)
1 Tablespoon Oregano
2 Tablespoons Basil
1 Tablespoon Red Pepper Flakes (or to taste)
1 Tablespoon Salt (or to taste)In large skillet heat oil and add garlic. Cook till garlic is more than a little golden, careful not to burn it.
Add Basil, Oregano, Red Pepper Flakes and Salt.
Mix in Broccoli and let saute a few minutes bringing broccoli to your preferred consistency.
Add the Chicken Stock and bring to a boil.
Turn off heat and add the precooked Cavatelli.
Mix Well. If not moist enough add a bit more chicken stock and mix.Serve!
Warren Haynes wrote (Of the passing of David Crosby):
Not sure I can keep doing this. Still reeling from Jeff Beck’s death and now Croz. I guess we’ve reached that time where our musical heroes are passing at a frequency that is no surprise but still shocking. David Crosby changed the landscape of music as a solo artist and as a member of the Byrds, CSN, and CSNY. His soulful and melodic voice, offset by his brilliantly unique songwriting made its way into every household that loved not only the “folk rock” anomaly of CSN but also, as was unique to the times, Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jefferson Airplane, Sly & the Family Stone, Santana, the Grateful Dead—the list goes on and on. Our household was no exception. I really loved the beautiful melodies, the three-part harmony, and the ethereal quality of this music, which somehow also had a heaviness to it. Not in the loud sense of the term but in the gravity and depth of the songs and the performances. Despite the overall acoustic/folky nature of all the different projects that Crosby was part of, this music fit perfectly alongside the heaviest and most psychedelic music of that time period. Not just because it incorporated electric instrumentation as well, but because it was unique and defied categorization. It was as much “rock music” as any of the aforementioned artists. I didn’t know David very well but I cherish the one time we played together, which was at a Hepatitis C Benefit at the Beacon Theater in NYC with the Allman Brothers Band along with David and Graham Nash, Phil Lesh, and Natalie Cole. It was a huge moment for me to duet with David on “Almost Cut My Hair” and to sing Stephen Stills’ part on “Find the Cost of Freedom” along with him and Graham. I’ll never forget it. Thanks David, from millions of us, for your contribution to the world of music. It is a huge one. – WH
Joan Baez wrote:
In 1965, Bob Dylan and I were discussing the state of the music scene. He said The Byrds, who had made a hit of “Mr. Tambourine Man,” were the only thing happening musically at that point in time. Perhaps an exaggeration, but certainly a tribute to the stellar musicians who formed the budding monster groups of the years to come like The Byrds and CSNY.
David Crosby was among the monster group icons who continued a solo career with the kind of success reserved for great musicians. And he could sing the hell out of a harmony.
He was also a friend to me. He was always, I repeat, always present for me, to defend my character and politics, and often included over the top (sometimes unwarranted) praise. He was funny, clever, and refreshing to be around. And I was honored that he chose my portrait of him as his last album cover.
He will be missed by millions, including myself. Sending my love to Jan and his family.