Pasta Pillows with B&B Pickle Ricotta with Braised Red Wine Beef Ragu

Presenting to Judges

Bailey: "I had a really fun idea to make a ricotta filling with a pickle and red wine braised beef ragu and finished with a little B and B giard* and parmesan fonduta."

Judge: "In terms of progression, what were the thoughts about ending on pasta?" 

Bailey: "I've done pastry dishes a few times in the past. Wanted to lean into something that I love to do this time."

* Note: In cooking, "giard" most likely refers to giardiniera, a traditional Italian relish of pickled vegetables, often in vinegar or oil. It's commonly used as a topping on sandwiches, especially Chicago-style beef sandwiches, and can also be added to salads, dips, and other dishes. Giardiniera's flavor is a blend of tangy, slightly spicy, and sometimes sweet notes, depending on the specific vegetables and pickling ingredients used.