Sicilian Sauteed Shrimp with Almonds
I first had the combination of almonds, shrimp, and toasted breadcrumbs while visiting the tiny Sicilian island of Pantelleria many years ago. After a long …
Grilled-then-Marinated Eggplant
As September begins it is hot in Los Angeles–really hot–after a relatively mild earlier summer. Though the thermometer 🌡 is ticking up toward one hundred …
Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant
I hated eggplant as a kid. So did my sister, Michele. Any attempt on my Mom’s part to get us to eat it was met …
Pancetta-wrapped Asparagus with Eggs
I just returned from a beautiful long weekend in Montalcino. 🙏 My cousin, Mia, and I were on the hunt for new artisan items for …
Spring is in the air! Asparagus with soft-cooked egg sauce
In a little over a month, spring will arrive. 🥳 Here in Los Angeles, where people often say that seasons don’t exist, the signs of …
Clams Oreganata: Perfect for Seven Fishes
If you’re part of an Italian family, know an Italian family or have a favorite Italian restaurant, you’re probably gearing up for Christmas Eve and …
Sicilian Stuffed Peppers
Summer, summer, summer ☀️ ☀️ ☀️ ☀️… what to cook this hot summer? When you want something tasty and filling, Sicilian stuffed peppers are the …
Asparagus Ricotta Tart (and COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!)
SPRING!!! SPRING!!! SPRING!!! I thought it would never arrive yet here it is on our doorstep! (Apologies for yelling at you with all those exclamation …
Roasted Pork Loin with Gorgonzola and Pears
As a kid, I hated all cheese except grated parmesan. Growing up, our family didn’t have a lot of money and going out for pizza …
Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Roasted Garlic Crostata
Even though the weather here in LA is still plenty hot, this year’s home gardening tomato season is drawing to a close. Each year I …
Braised Artichokes with White Wine and Garlic
So…..how the heck is everyone doing out there? Hopefully everyone is weathering this crazy storm with a shred of sanity. I find myself oscillating between …
Fava Bean and Young Pecorino Torta
Well here we are… the beginning of May… locked down and staying safe. But thankfully we have cooking to keep us sane. Fortunately, I also …