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  • MAILINO AL FORNO IN PORCHETTA

    MAILINO AL FORNO IN PORCHETTA

    Roast Pork Porchettaa Style Porchetta is a culinary tradition in many Italian regions, mainly Umbria, Tuscany, Abruzzo and, also Sicily. It is the favored street food, and it is always to be found at festivals and on the menu of many restaurants.  To further the importance, many areas even have a porchettaro (chief porchetta maker). His chief… Continue reading

  • Spanish Style Garlicky Shrimp

    Spanish Style Garlicky Shrimp

    Nothing tastes better than shrimp cooked in garlic and oil and infused with sherry and paprika. 1 LB LARGE SHRIMP – peeled, deveined 1 ½ TSP PAPRIKA – hot, smoked SEA SALT – to taste 4-5 GARLIC CLOVES – thinly sliced ¼ CUP EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 3 TBS BUTTER – unsalted 2 TBS SHERRY –… Continue reading

  • It was 64 Years Ago today at 12:06AM

    (But he already knew I would say yes!) While my engagement the ring is, to me, a beautiful piece of jewelry, its true significance lies in the emotional connection it represents and the promise that was made…and kept. What is love? Love is when two people touch each other’s soul.Love is honesty and trust.Love is… Continue reading

  • MAY IS A MONTH TO HONOR SPECIAL PEOPLE!

    MAY IS A MONTH TO HONOR SPECIAL PEOPLE!

    Armed Forces Day is an annual U.S. federal holiday observed on the third Saturday in May, dedicated to paying tribute to the men and women who currently serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s part of Armed Forces Week and is a time to express gratitude and appreciation for their service. The holiday was established in 1949 and first observed… Continue reading

  • STUFFED EGGPLANT

    STUFFED EGGPLANT

    A great dish when the local farm stands Melanzane Ripiene are overflowing with healthy eggplants. 3 EGGPLANTS – medium size and firm DRIED OREGANO – to taste OLIVE OIL – for frying RED PEPPER FLAKES – to taste 1 CUP ONIONS – chopped 1 LB ITALIAN SAUSAGE MEAT or 2 – 3 GARLIC CLOVES MASHED… Continue reading

  • Sour Cream Cornbread

    Sour Cream Cornbread

    A recipe from an Amish cookbook and a short story. Many, many years ago when we lived in West Milford, NJ, we took a trip to visit an Amish community in Pennsylvania.  We were awestruck by the beauty, friendliness and simplicity of their life. But one of the things that most fascinated us was that early… Continue reading

  • 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