The weather outside is frightening…. We’re having a winter storm in the Pacific Northwest and it seems a lot of the country is having the same. Rosemary …
Fennel Digestif (Liqueur) – Italian Remedy For An Upset Tummy Read More »
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they crave something that can ease pain or alleviate feelings of stress and bring a little comfort. It …
It’s Oatmeal Cookie Time, It’s Oatmeal Cookie TIme….. Read More »
In Italy, food plays an important part of observing the New Year – can I get a “duh”? The customs vary from region to region but some …
Traveling to Italy for many years and growing up in an Italian-American family has exposed me to the love affair Italians have with food. It’s not …
Homes at this time of year are decorated with balls on Christmas trees, staircases, and doorsteps. How about making a few edible balls? Let’s start with …
If you’re not a fan of the Godfather movies you may not recognize the phrase “Leave the gun, take the cannoli.” It is a classic! Clemenza’s …
Pizzelles are the oldest known cookie from the mid-section of Italy. They were made many years ago for the “Festival of the Snakes” also known …
It’s the weekend or holiday, and you want to make something special for breakfast. This tasty treat may be it! And it feeds four people easily. …
This is such a versatile recipe you could use these muffins for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Well, frankly, these muffins are good anytime of day. …
Yes, We Have No Bananas….Because We Made Banana Muffins! Read More »
Maybe it’s just me, but would you agree that garbanzos aka chickpeas are an under-appreciated bean? And they are one of the earliest cultivated legumes: 7,500-year-old remains have …
I was motived to make this recipe for several reasons. One, I had milk and cream that needed to be used and I hadn’t made ricotta …
What do YOU do with over-ripe bananas? Make banana bread? Freeze and put in smoothies? This quick and easy granola bar is a perfect way to use up …