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  • MINESTRONE IS INDEED A DELIGHTFUL AND VERSATILE ITALIAN SOUP!

    MINESTRONE IS INDEED A DELIGHTFUL AND VERSATILE ITALIAN SOUP!

    It is a thick vegetable soup that varies by region and season, incorporating whatever fresh vegetables are available. The addition of pork (like pancetta or sausage) and staples such as bread, rice, or pasta makes it a hearty meal that can be enjoyed any time of year. And while we usually consider minestrone a fall Continue reading

  • ARRIVEDERCI ISLE OF PALMS

    ARRIVEDERCI ISLE OF PALMS

    Well, sad to say, our 2025 family beach vacation is in the books. As it always has been, the week was wonderful and filled with togetherness, good food, games, jokes and laughter. The most perfect recipe for a family vacation. And it goes by amazingly fast. As the kids get older their work schedules don’t Continue reading

  • IT’S THE 4TH OF JULY

    IT’S THE 4TH OF JULY

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA! We have secured a great spot on the beach while we wait for the yearly Fighter Jet Flyover. Flags in place, we’ll yell and cheer and maybe even sing!It’s a wonderful day and we are proud Americans! Continue reading

  • Even the Grandkids take a turn cooking

    Even the Grandkids take a turn cooking

    We are at the Beach and as I’ve mentioned every family takes a turn cooking. The grandkids took a turn too. LEMON BROCCOLINI 1 Cup Italian Bread – cubed 2 Tbs Butter 2 Tbs Basil – chopped 1 Garlic Clove – minced 2 tsp Lemon Zest 2 Tbs Lemon Juice 1 ½ Lb Fresh Broccolini Continue reading

  • And already it’s July!

    The month of July marks the midway point of the year. It’s also considered a month of fun by many, thanks its major holidays and celebratory focus on ice cream. If you’re looking for a reason to celebrate anything related to chocolate and ice cream, you’ve landed in the right month, where you’ll find multiple Continue reading

  • WELCOME JULY

    WELCOME JULY

    Summer settled in early this year and July promises more of the same…hot and humid. Our grandchildren, who are truly gifts to us, are kept so busy all year with school and after school sports work, and activities that it’s difficult to get everyone together for family time. That’s why we all really enjoy our Continue reading

  • Crumb Buns at the Beach

    IT’S SUNDAY AT THE BEACH and somethings never change! Sunday morning breakfasts were always a big deal when our children were growing up. After church there was usually a trip to the bakery and there they would buy Italian bread for dinner and crusty rolls and some sweet buns for dessert. Once home Charlie would Continue reading

  • 62 Years Later: A Honeymoon to Remember

    62 Years Later: A Honeymoon to Remember

    COOL WHIP PEACH MELBA and a Lobster Dinner We went to Elbow Beach Surf Club on the beautiful island of Bermuda for our honeymoon. It was nestled on 50 acres with a spectacular ocean view, a private beach of pink sand and pristine gardens throughout.  (I hope we noticed all that beauty!) I do remember that Continue reading

  • GRAND MARNIER SOUFFLE

    A beautiful way to end a dinner! YIELD 2 SOUFFLES PREHEAT OVEN TO 400º 1 TB BUTTER – melted 1 TB SUGAR 5 TSPS BUTTER – melted 5 TSPS FOUR ¼ CUP MILK – cold 2 EGG YOLKS 1 TSP ORANGE ZEST – freshly grated 1 TB GRAND MARNIER ¼ TSP VANILLA EXTRACT – or Continue reading

  • COTOLETTE DI POLLO ALLA TOSCANA CON SALSA AL LIMONE

    COTOLETTE DI POLLO ALLA TOSCANA CON SALSA AL LIMONE

    Tuscan Chicken Cutlets in Lemon Sauce 4 CHICKEN CUTLETS – sliced in half lengthwise 1 CUP FLOUR – lightly seasoned with salt, pepper and garlic powder 2 TBS BUTTER – salted or unsalted 6 TSPS EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL ¾ CUP WHITE WINE – choose one you will enjoy drinking as you cook ¼ CUP Continue reading