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  • POMODORO e PESCHE ISALATA

    POMODORO e PESCHE ISALATA

    Tomato and Peach Salad 1/3 CP BALSAMIC VINEGAR 2 LARGE HEIRLOOM TOMATOES – cut in chunks or wedges 2 LARGE RIPE PEACHES – cut in chunks or wedges 8 OZ BURRATA – sliced or cut in chunks 2-3 TBS FRESH BASIL – chopped In a small saucepan add the balsamic vinegar and bring to a boil over Continue reading

  • PERFECT FOR SPRING

    PERFECT FOR SPRING

    A PINEAPPLE BUNDT CAKE FOR THE CAKE: 3 C. Flour1 C (2 sticks) Butter – unsalted, room temp.1 1/2 C. Sugar1/2 C. Buttermilk – room temp.1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder1/2 C. Shortening1 tsp. Extract – Vanilla or Almond4 Eggs – room temp.1 Can (8 oz) Crushed Pineapple PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º GREASE AND FLOUR A Continue reading

  • PENNE IN COGNAC SAUCE

    A deliciously simple meal to make for company. 1 lb. Penne2-3 Shallots – diced1/2 C. Cognac – use a good quality1 C. Heavy CreamPinch of Salt – to tasteFreshly Grated Cheese – your favorite2 Tbsp. Olive Oil1/8 lb Prosciutto – thickly cut, diced4 C. tomato Sauce1/2 C. Basil – chiffonadeFresh Basil – for garnish Set Continue reading

  • Easter Monday

    Easter Monday

    LA PASQUETTA Easter Monday in Italy Easter Monday, also known as La Pasquetta in Italy is a very big part of the Italian Easter celebration. The day is celebrated by visiting friends, going on picnics or taking a short one-day holiday out of the city. It is a festive but also a rather meaningful day because this Continue reading

  • Happy Easter from Our Family to Yours

    Happy Easter from Our Family to Yours

    Dear Friends, We take this time to send you all Springtime Greetings. For those who are still celebrating Passover, Shalom: We wish you many Joys and Blessings at Passover. May You Rejoice in Traditions And May You Enjoy a Spring Filled with New Beginnings. For those of you who are celebrating a Blessed Easter: AUGURI Continue reading

  • PALM SUNDAY IN ITALY

    Palm Sunday, or “Domenica delle Palme,” is indeed a significant celebration in Italy, marking the start of Holy Week and commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The celebrations have a rich mix of religious and cultural traditions that vary by region but often include attending a special Mass where olive and palm branches are blessed Continue reading

  • SCHIACCIATA

    SCHIACCIATA

    This is a simple Tuscan loaf served deliciously warm from the oven and dripping in olive oil. 2 1/2 tsp. (1 envelope) Active Dry Yeast1/2 C. Lukewarm Water (110 degrees F) 1/2 tsp. Sugar2 1/2 C. Flour – plain1/2 tsp. Salt5 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – for drizzling1/2 C. Cold WaterCoarse Salt – for Continue reading

  • DEEP DISH CHICKEN POT PIE

    This is a great way to use up rotisserie chicken. CRUST: 1 Lg. Egg – separated2 C. Flour2/3 C. Butter – cold, cubed5-6 Tbsp. Cold Water – dividedPinch of Salt In a small bowl beat egg yolk with 2 tablespoons water.  In a large bowl combine flour and salt, cut in the butter until crumbly. Gradually Continue reading

  • BOCCA della VERITA

    BOCCA della VERITA

    Mouth of Truth The Mouth of truth is an ancient Roman marble sculpture in Rome said to be created in 1512 by Lucas van Leyden and is located against the left wall of the portico of the Santa maria in Comedin Church, although some stories relate it to going back to the 1400’s. It is Continue reading

  • A SIMPLE SPINACH PIE

    A SIMPLE SPINACH PIE

    A crustless creamy tart perfect as an appetizer. 1 lb Ricotta Cheese – well drained3 Tbsp. Butter1/2 C. Parmesan or Romano Cheese – freshly grated2 Eggs – well beaten1/4 tsp. Nutmeg – or tp taste14 oz.-1 lb Fresh Spinach – stems removed1/2 C. Onion – finely chopped3 Tbsp. Fresh Basil – minced1 Egg White – Continue reading