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

Perfect for lunch boxes, snacks, or my morning coffee! PREHEAT OVEN TO 375º UNGREASED COOKIE SHEET 1 CUP VEGETABLE SHORTENING – I use Crisco ½ CUP SUGAR – dark brown ½ CUP SUGAR – light brown 1 CUP SUGAR – granulated 2 EGGS – beaten 1 TSP VANILLA 1 ½ CUPS FLOUR 1 TSP SALT… Continue reading

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

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

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

…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

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

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