Blog Archives for tag Italian

Hot Anchovy-Garlic Dip

   Hot Anchovy-Garlic Dip is a classic first course from the Piedmont region of northern Italy.  Served alongside crudités like fresh… Continue reading »

‘Duck with Cherries in Chianti’

 While in Tuscany this summer, my husband and I were lucky enough to take a remarkable wine tour with Guido… Continue reading »

Gnocchi with Tomatoes, Sausage & Fennel

 We have reached the bitterly cold time of the year where comfort foods of all types reign supreme.  Once of… Continue reading »

Cafe Freddo

The first time I had a café freddo, or ‘cold coffee’ as it is translated in Italian, was in the… Continue reading »

‘Collard Green Carbonara’

 My Mom subscribes to Southern Living magazine so when I am home visiting her, I like to flip through the… Continue reading »

Cheese Tortellini with a Mushroom Bolognese

 Perhaps one of my favorite comfort foods is a hearty, flavorful Bolognese sauce.  A traditional Bolognese (from the city of… Continue reading »

Rosemary & Grape Focaccia

 Juicy red grapes and fragrant rosemary are a classic combination of toppings for focaccia in Italy.  Focaccia, an oven-baked Italian… Continue reading »

Stracciatella Semifreddo

Two of the most delightful Italian words combined into one over-the-top dessert—stracciatella (or chocolate chip-studded gelato, and my Sister Mary… Continue reading »

‘Grilled Sirloin with Celery and Balsamic Vinegar’

Ah…..La Cucina Italiana.  One of the best magazines available today (actually, known as one of the most revered magazines since… Continue reading »

Herbed Baked Ricotta

I oftentimes find that when I buy a container of ricotta cheese for a recipe, I usually have a portion… Continue reading »