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 very versatile, so I wanted to share.You can use it in either a sweet or savory position – great on … [Read More...]
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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...]
JUNE 18
June 18th is emblazoned in my mind. We could not conquer my husband's Stage 4 kidney cancer. Steve passed on Sunday, Father's Day, June 18th at 2 pm, surrounded by our sons, their wives and me. … [Read More...]
Best Salmon Casserole
My mother used to make this casserole when there were only two kids home (out of six) as a Friday night rotation. Remember, no meat on Fridays! Casseroles are so old fashioned but this one is truly a … [Read More...]
Our Life Now and The Best Hummus Recipe
My husband has renal cell carcinoma. There. I said it. It's in his right kidney, a tumor that has grown out of the kidney and invaded about 20% of his liver, and 3 lymph nodes nearby. Our … [Read More...]
Joseph Joseph SmartBar with Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic
You know, I cook so much and wash my hands all the time but there are still some smells that never seem to leave my hands. Do you know what I’m talking about? I am a garlic lover so I don’t mind … [Read More...]
Dinner
Cooks’ secret sauces
Yesterday I had lunch with my friend Jill. Jill’s husband is Dominican and she talked about her big family dinner party she had on Saturday night for her in-laws and other relatives. She recently … [Read More...]
How’d it work out?
So how was your Thanksgiving? Ours was fantastic! My family said our dinner was the best ever. But then they seem to say that every year I cook, so I guess I keep on improving? But truly, … [Read More...]
Appetizers
Easter 2015, New Beginnings and Bacon Wrapped Walnut Dates
Isn’t this what Easter is all about – new beginnings? So I‘ve been slightly slammed lately, trying to get MSI off the ground, keeping PM+CO going, (cause that’s where we make money to pay the … [Read More...]
Roasted Butternut Squash and Red Onion Dip with Home Cook’s Pantry Za’atar
Open this little packet of Home Cook’s Pantry Za’atar and get ready for a huge fragrant explosion of deliciousness! Sumac, sesame seeds and other herbs make this a terrific combination to use on … [Read More...]
