Blog Archives for tag Italian

Roasted Eggplant & Tomatoes with Mint Oil

 One of the culinary treasures I brought back from Italy with me was a mint-infused extra virgin olive oil from… Continue reading »

Brussels Sprouts & Prosciutto Pizza

Pizza is one of those universal foods in that versions of it are eaten around the world, and the possibilities… Continue reading »

‘Fettuccine with Pumpkin Sauce’

I love to make quick-and-easy pasta dishes like this one from Cooking Light’s November issue, for a unique weeknight offering. … Continue reading »

Lima Beans with Pancetta

My Lima Beans with Pancetta is based on a delicious dish I had while in Florence, Italy. In the area around… Continue reading »

Panna Cotta Tart with Pomegranate Sauce

 Hands down, my favorite desserts in the world include anything custard-based.  Crème brulee? Oui.  Rice pudding?  Oui Oui.  Crème caramel?… Continue reading »

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 »