Blog Archives for tag garlic

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 »