Happy New Year to everyone!! Be safe out there celebrating. I wanted you to have this recipe of Pasta with Pancetta, Chicken, Pecorino and Broccoli Rabe as it can be a real hangover helper for tomorrow. Top it with an easy-over egg for extra protein, should you need it, and you’ll be in good shape … [Read More...]
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Shakshuka
Shakshuka! Shakshuka. The name is a bit of a tongue twister, but do learn to say it and make it! This shakshuka recipe is so good, you’ll find yourself making it again and again. It is relatively … [Read More...]
Tarte Tatin
Most of you know me as not such a sweet person. I mean, I am nice, I think, but I do prefer savory over sweet any day of the week. So over the past 6 months, I have made this Tarte Tatin recipe about … [Read More...]
Char-grilled Broccoli with Sweet Tahini
Did you know that broccoli is one of THE most nutritious vegetables? I just learned that and I LOVE broccoli. This recipe from Ottolenghi of Char-grilled Broccoli with Sweet Tahini is super delicious … [Read More...]
Rhubarb Sauce with (optional) Bing Cherries
I know I haven’t been as attentive as promised, it’s just so hard with Steve being gone and I’m sorry. However, this Rhubarb Sauce with (Optional) Bing Cherries is super delicious, easy to make, and … [Read More...]
Farro Pasta with Portobello Mushrooms, Chicken, Tomatoes, and Green Beans in a Sherry Cream Sauce
I know it’s been a very long time. Too long in that I almost don’t know where to begin. I have a sister-in-law who has been begging me to write again, desperate for recipes. Since Steve passed, quite … [Read More...]
A Most Amazing Tuscan Al Fresco Dinner Party
Hello there, or should I say: Ciao! Come and visit A Most Amazing Tuscan Al Fresco Dinner Party! I have been away in Italy again for the past 3 months. I have not written a blog post since last … [Read More...]
Thanksgiving in Tuscany
Last Saturday, I made (with a lot of help) Thanksgiving dinner at my friends Tiziana and Andreas' house, in Tuscany, as they have a very large dining table, for 13 Italian friends, including my son … [Read More...]
My New Normal Dinner of Roasted Vegetables with Prosciutto
As you know, I’ve moved to Italy for 3 months, trying to sort out my head, my life and yes even my dinners, after Steve’s passing. My support system of friends here is totally amazing, but my whole … [Read More...]
International Market in Arezzo, Italy
Two weekends ago was the International Market in Arezzo, Italy, where I am currently living. My very good friend Tiziana, was supposed to meet me for an aperitivo, but she was not feeling well so I … [Read More...]
Eggplant Tarts Make a Great Tuscan Starter Dish
Hello again. I am trying to be back after my husband’s passing in June. It is so very hard. Three things are helping – cooking and Tuscany, plus of course, ALL of my close friends. I … [Read More...]
Dinner
We must know what we’re eating!
This is from an email I just received from the Center for Food Safety. Congress to FDA: LABEL GENETICALLY ENGINEERED FOOD Have YOUR Senators and Representative Joined the Letter? In the U.S., … [Read More...]
Shirataki Harvest Noodles Marinara with Grilled Chicken
I love pasta. Doesn’t everyone? But you know, it is fattening. Well what if there was a “pasta” that was actually low in carbohydrates and calories? That is exactly what this Shirataki Harvest Noodles … [Read More...]
Appetizers
A fantastic first course!
This is just so good! Easy and healthy too. Now you could ask your fish monger to do the cleaning but the last time I did that at Stew Leonard's, he just made a mangled mess out of the cute little … [Read More...]
Great Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl recipes
Our latest newsletter went out this past Thursday with two very special recipes, never before seen here and perfect for a Valentine’s Day dinner. If you haven’t signed up for it, you won’t receive it. … [Read More...]
