Hazelnut-crusted Fontina and Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breasts
My unexpected drive through Piedmont last weekend left me with an appreciation for the wonderful food of this region. The rolling hills of what is …
Postcard from Piedmonte: The land of white truffles and Barolo
I unexpectedly find myself in the northwest corner of Italy! When I realized that I could drive from a meeting in France to a meeting …
Cozze al Vino Bianco (Mussels in White Wine)
I have been craving mussels ever since I watched the Barefoot Contessa whipping up a batch for her beloved Jeffrey last week. And with a …
Pasta con Cavolfliore e Pangrattato (Pasta with Cauliflower and Breadcrumbs)
Snowy, snowy day here in Pennsylvania! Blizzard conditions with over a foot of snow outside! Hmmm, what to make for lunch to hold me over …
World Nutella Day 2010: Nutella-filled Grand Marnier Ricotta Fritters
World Nutella Day 2010 is finally here!!! This is my second year participating in World Nutella Day. You must, must go visit the following sites …
Balsamic-Marinated Radicchio
I have a love affair with radicchio. Its spectacular wine-red color always draws me closer whenever I spot it in the market and its unusual bittersweet …
Porcini Mushroom Soup with Pancetta Crumbles
After spying some dried porcini in the pantry, I was in the mood for some warm, earthy mushroom soup for dinner this eve. This soup is simple …
Mediterranean Shrimp, Clam and Crab Stew
Magical evenings call for magical meals. With the winter chill settling in for a stay, I was looking for a warm, soul-satisfying meal to make …
Our Feast of the Seven Fishes 2009
˜ Wishing everyone a very, very merry Christmas from very sunny California! My brother, Joe, and I have been cooking up a storm for the …
Linguini alle Vongole (Pasta with Littleneck Clams)
Let it snow, let is snow, let it snow! We had a foot of snow here last evening which gives me an opportunity to slow …
Sformato di Cavolfiore: Cauliflower Sformato
I first saw a recipe for a ‘sformata’ over the summer in an Italian cooking magazine and have been dying to try one. ‘Sformata’ basically …
Roast Pumpkin with Cheese Fondue
I first tried this spectacular recipe for Thanksgiving in 2008 when it first appeared in Gourmet magazine…the sight of an entire pumpkin being brought to the …