The Art of Frittata
When we were growing up, my mother tried to convince my sister and me that a frittata was a good use of leftover spaghetti. At …
In Honor of Vernazza -‘The Little Village that Could’: Sauteed Chicken with Pesto Linguini
I just happened to run across an article on the web this week on the state of affairs in breathtaking Cinque Terre located in Italy’s …
Carciofi Gratinati con Ragu di Pollo: Artichoke and Chicken Gratin
Ooooh, spring is in the air! Days here are turning just a bit warmer and although still chilly, my thoughts turn to the delectable bounty …
Sauteed Swiss Chard and Chick-peas – Florentine style (Bietole e ceci alla fiorentina)
Ok – full disclosure – chick-peas are not my favorite food by a mile! I owe it all to my mother who loved cecis (as …
Saffron Mussels (Cozze al Zafferano)
I love mussels. They can be steamed in all kinds of broths and served with crusty bread. Adding saffron to the mix of ingredients reminds …
Pork and Ricotta Meatballs in a Lemon-Wine Sauce
I happened to catch a segment on the radio this past weekend on meatballs – yes, meatballs – and how they are taking the food …
Calamari in umido (Squid braised in tomatoes and red chili)
My earliest memory of squid was of the ONE time my mother decided to make it. She bought uncleaned squid and as she went about …
Baked Lemon Chicken Breasts (with Pomegranate Reduction)
Woohoo – pomegranates are in season!! Those little delectable ruby pearls of antioxidant heaven have arrived! I first fell in love with these little gems …
Pollo alla Cacciatore con Funghi (Chicken Cacciatore with Mushrooms)
This Italian dish has become a classic American favorite and there are many versions of this dish depending on the region in Italy where it …
Spiedini d’agnello (Lamb, pancetta, and pepper skewers)
Here’s to the end of summer! My we remember it fondly. And what better way to celebrate the end of summer than with the BBQ. …
Marinated Flank Steak over Arugula and Parmesan Salad
Fall has arrived here in the east. Although I always hate to see the summer end, I have to admit that I am ready for …
Grilled spicy chicken drumsticks
So what would happen if Italy collided with Buffalo Chicken Wings? Well, you would get this recipe. Using drumsticks instead of wings avoids that nasty …