Blog Archives for tag garlic

Red Beans and Rice

In New Orleans, Mondays are not only the start of the work week, but are also traditionally ‘red beans and… Continue reading »

Melanzane in Barchetta

Melanzane in Barchetta, or Stuffed Eggplant Boats, are a colorful and simple way to enjoy some of the most cherished… Continue reading »

Lemony Olive-Caper Tapenade

This combination of tender olives, bright lemon zest, garlic, fresh parsley, and briny capers is one that I don’t think… Continue reading »

Braciole al Ragu

Braciole al Ragu, or thinly sliced beef rolled around a filling of parsley, pecorino cheese, pine nuts, and golden raisins… Continue reading »

Savory Escarole Pie

Oh how I love escarole! And oh how pleased I was to discover escarole’s popularity in Italy.  Italians use escarole… Continue reading »

Artichokes Steamed in White Wine with Lemon

Preparing and cooking fresh artichokes (or carciofi in Italian) was a skill I was not very familiar with until I… Continue reading »

Decadent Mushroom Sauce

I don’t know about you, but for me, the addition of mushrooms to any dish raises the bar immensely.  Their… Continue reading »

Simple Tomato Sauce

Most of the time, when that tomato sauce craving hits, it seems easier to buy a jar of your favorite… Continue reading »

Carciofi Sott’Olio

Fresh artichokes (i carciofi) are abundant in Italy this time of year.  Various sizes of those gorgeous green and purple… Continue reading »

Spaghetti con Vongole e Cozze

Al dente strands of spaghetti tossed with tender mussels and clams cooked in white wine, all covered in a perfectly… Continue reading »