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  • A FRESH FIG CAKE

    A FRESH FIG CAKE

    This all started with a fig tree in Castrofilippo, Sicily. Many, many years ago, my father-in-law, somehow, and quite mysteriously, was able to bring a small part of that Sicilian fig tree back home with him to New York City after a long visit to his homeland. It was planted in the back yard at Continue reading

  • TASTY ZUCCHINI BITES

    TASTY ZUCCHINI BITES

    Zucchini Garlic Bites recipe combines shredded zucchini with garlic, Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and lightly topped with a marinara sauce to give an Italian twist. A handy little recipe for when your garden overflows with ripe zucchini! PREHEAT OVEN TO 400º COAT A BAKING SHEET LIGHTLY WITH COOKING SRAY  Cook Time 18 minutes  Servings 14-16 bites INGREDIENTS 1 cup shredded Continue reading

  • FRESH FIG SALAD

    FRESH FIG SALAD

    ¼ CUP OLIVE Oil 3 TBS FIG PRESERVES – if available 3 or 4 FRESH FIGS – sliced or halved, more as necessary 3 TBS WHITE WINE VINEGAR 2 TBS HONEY 1 GARLIC CLOVE SALT and PEPPER – to taste ARUGULA SHAVED CHEESE – your choice PISTACHIOS – toasted and chopped     Whisk together Continue reading

  • It’s Labor Day Weekend

    It’s Labor Day Weekend

    …the all -American holiday, the designated end to summer and a day to celebrate with family and friends. But mainly, it is a day to recognize and celebrate the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being! As we celebrate… Let’s Pray for Our TroopsHonor Our FlagandAsk God to Please Bless America! Continue reading

  • SICILIAN GRILLED CHICKEN

    Pollo Siciliano con Salsa di Mandorle e Pomodoro 1/3 CUP ALMONDS 1 CUP FRESH TOMATOES – chopped 2 LARGE GARLIC CLOVES 1/3 CUP FRESHLY GRATED CHEESE SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND PEPPER – to taste 4-5 TBS EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL – or as needed ½ CUP PACKED FRESH BASIL LEAVES 4 BONELESS CHICKEN BREASTS In Continue reading

  • FRESH FIG CAKE

    FRESH FIG CAKE

    PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º GREASE AD FLOUR A BUNDT PAN 2 ½ CUPS FRESH FIGS – stems removed, figs mashed 1 ½ CUPS SUGAR ½ CUP LIGHT BROWN SUGAR ¾ CUP SHORTENING 4 EGGS – lightly beaten 2 FULL CUPS ALL PURPOSE FLOUR –    and a little more if mixture seems wet 1 ½ Continue reading

  • LATTERUOLO

    LATTERUOLO

    A milk-based dessert, Latteruolo is a great example of a simple Italian countryside sweet with a delicate flavor. It is a typical dessert in northern regions such as Tuscany where it is also known as Casadello. It very simply is a pudding cake made with milk which makes it perfect for an afternoon snack especially Continue reading

  • 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

  • LUSCIOUS PANNA COTTA WITH BERRY TOPPING

    LUSCIOUS PANNA COTTA WITH BERRY TOPPING

    A classic Italian cold custard dessert INGREDIENTS FOR THE CUSTARD: 2 CUPS HEAVY CREAM ½ CUP GRANULATED SUGAR  2 TABLESPOONS MILK 1 TABLESPOON POWDERED GELATIN 1 TEASPOON VANILLA EXTRACT INSTRUCTIONS: Heat the Cream:    – In a medium pot, combine the heavy cream and granulated sugar. Heat over medium-low heat until the cream starts to Continue reading

  • CASCATELLI PASTA AND FRESH SEAFOOD

    CASCATELLI PASTA AND FRESH SEAFOOD

    Pasta Fra Diavolo 8 OZ. CASCATELLI PASTA – uncooked ¼ CUP EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL – for drizzling’ 1/3 CUP OLIVE OIL 4-5 GARLIC CLOVES – minced CRUSHED RED PEPPER – to taste 1 TB TOMATO PASTE 1 CUP DRY WHITE WINE – or more to taste         (choose a wine Continue reading