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  • Shrimp with Orzo and Lemon

    Shrimp with Orzo and Lemon

    3 Tbsp. Olive Oil – divided1 Pint Grape or Petite Tomatoes – halved1 tsp. Fresh Oregano – choppedFreshly Ground Black Pepper 3/4 lb. Orzo3/4 C. Panko3 Tbsp. Butter – or more as needed, meltedSeveral Lemons – cut into wedges1 Onion – chopped3 Garlic Cloves – slicedSea Salt – to taste3 1/2 C. Chicken Stock1 Lb.… Continue reading

  • Quick Loaf Cheese Bread and Roman Egg Drop Soup

    Quick Loaf Cheese Bread and Roman Egg Drop Soup

    QUICK LOAF CHEESE BREAD An easy and versatile bread. 2 C. Flour1 tsp. Garlic or Onion Powder1 Egg – lightly beaten2 C. Block Cheese – shredded, your favorite4 tsp. Baking PowderPinch of Salt1 1/2 C. Milk4 Tbsp. Butter – melted, cooled PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º GREASE LOAF PAN In a large mixing bowl whisk together… Continue reading

  • Baked White Fish

    Baked White Fish

    SET OVEN TO 350º OLIVE OIL COOKING SPRAY TARTAR SAUCE  2 ¾ cups crispy rice cereal or freshly made breadcrumbs, plain or seasoned Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 large egg whites 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless firm white fish such as cod, haddock, halibut, snapper bass, whichever is your favorite, cut into… Continue reading

  • PASTA al TONNO e LEMONE

    A quick, easy and satisfying meal  that I often prepare in a pinch. As an old habit we often think of Friday as meatless! 1 lb Spaghetti – your favorite2-3 Garlic Cloves – minced1 Can Italian Tuna – packed in olive oil1/2-3/4 Fresh Basil LeavesGood Sprinkling of Red Pepper Flakes – or to tasteGrated Zest… Continue reading

  • AND SO LENT BEGINS

    AND SO LENT BEGINS

    Lent for Catholics is a 40-day season of prayer feasting and sacrificing that begins on Ash Wednesday ,when ashes are distributed, and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. Many Catholics are unaware of this and continue their Lenten practice until sometime on Holy Saturday, the Saturday before Easter Sunday.   But Lent actually ends at sundown on… Continue reading

  • CORAJISIMA and QUARESMALI in ITALY

    CORAJISIMA and QUARESMALI in ITALY

    (And Crepes for Dinner in Our Home) If you happen to be in Italy during Lent and you find yourself in Calabria, do not be startled if you come across what appears to be an old lady type ragdoll hanging from a balcony or the side of a house. No need to be concerned, this… Continue reading

  • PARMESAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE

    Everyone needs a quick and easy go-to meal for those busy days and this is mine. INGREDIENTS Directions Of course, in our house there will be a simple salad, crusty Italian bread and a glass of wine or two, to enjoy with this meal. BUON MANGIATA! Continue reading

  • Gnocchi Alla Vodka

    Gnocchi Alla Vodka

    DUE SALSEGNOCCHI ALLA VODKASALSA AL BASILICO FRESCO 2 Russet Potatoes – medium size½ C. Ricotta – whole milk, drained1 ½ C. Flour½ C. Parmesan Cheese – grated1 Egg SERVES 3 – 4 PREHEAT OVEN TO 400º GNOCCHI With a small kitchen knife, stab the potatoes several times to allow the steam to escape while baking.… Continue reading

  • Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Italy – That’s Amore!

    Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Italy – That’s Amore!

    In Italy, St. Valentine’s Day is called La Festa Degli Innamorati -the Feast of Lovers. While in America, it is quite common to send a Valentine card to a friend or anonymously to someone who you would like to get to know better, this isn’t the case in Italy.  In Italy tradition dictates that St. Valentine’s… Continue reading

  • How to Make Arancini Rice Casserole

    An easy to make casserole with the great taste of Sicilian Rice Balls when I don’t have time to make traditional Arancini. 1 LB GROUND BEEF3 CUPS ARBORIO RICE 2 EGGS – beaten 1 TB OLIVE OIL 3 CUPS TOMATO SAUCE – or more as needed 1 CUP PEAS – frozen, allow to defrost just enough… Continue reading