Tuscan Crostini with Salsa Verde
I just returned from a very special week in my beloved Montalcino, Tuscany. I was blessed with being able to rent a little casa surrounded …
Summer Torta
When most people hear the word “torta” they think of a summer fruit pie in a rustic crust or the famous Easter pie with loads …
Bruschetta with Caponata
So many people I know don’t like eggplant. I didn’t like it as a kid either. But besides childhood pickiness, most people don’t like eggplant …
Watermelon and Cantaloupe Salad with Mint Vinaigrette
This recipe is from Giada De Laurentiis. Watermelon and Cantaloupe balls are great by themselves. But adding this Mint Vinaigrette takes this to a whole …
Three-color Orzo Salad
Summer salads are so boring. A combination of what’s around with mayo or mustard. Why not do something more interesting. Both taste wise and visually. …
Pork Braciole (Grilled Pork Rolls)
The recipe is from Mario Batali and updated by me. This dish is a bit labor intensive but can be made ahead and grilled right …
Roman Summer Tomato Salad
It’s that time of the summer when Farmers’ Markets, backyard gardens and even ordinary grocery stores are bursting with beautiful Heirloom Tomatoes of all shapes, …
Michael Chiarello’s Babyback Ribs with Espresso Barbecue Sauce
This recipe is from Michael Chiarello and updated by me. This is a great recipe for a crowd as you can make the ribs a …
Simple, Delicious Polenta Cookies
These simple yet delicious polenta cookies are my kind of cookie…..not too sweet with that simple taste of cornmeal. I have made these 4 times …
Tomato and Carmelized Onion Tart with Ricotta and Gruyere
Tomato season is here!!!! My mind is racing with ideas for new recipes and ways to use these little beauties – I have Fourth of …
Pomodori Ripieni con Mozzarella: Stuffed Tomatoes with Mozzarella
After a grueling week of business travel through four countries in Europe, I was at least able to find the latest Italian issue of La Cucina …
Pasta with Eggplant, Tomatoes and Ricotta: Pasta alla Norma
Pasta alla Norma is a famous pasta dish from the city of Catania in Sicily. This dish uses eggplant which is wildly abundant in Sicily’s …