Blog Archives for tag olive oil

‘Bacon Endive Tomato Bites’

 This fresh and simple hors d’oeuvres from Cooking Light magazine is a delightful combination of tastes and textures.  Crisp endive… 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 »

Lemony Green Beans with Crispy Prosciutto

In my opinion, the best way to cook green beans to where they are still have a bite but are… Continue reading »

Caramelized Fennel & Grapefruit Salad with Olives

   Fennel, or finocchio as it is known in Italy, is an anise-flavored vegetable with a bulb-like base that can… Continue reading »

Balsamic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cherry Tomatoes

 One sure sign that the beginning of Fall is upon us is the appearance of brussels sprouts at farmer’s markets… Continue reading »

Roasted Leeks with a Lemony Shallot Vinaigrette

Very French. Very tasty.  The simplicity of roasted leeks is a beautiful thing.  Tender with a mild onion flavor, roasting… Continue reading »

Salami & Arugula Pizza

 My Salami & Arugula Pizza is both meaty and cheesy—just what a pizza should be.  Picture this—a tender, whole wheat… Continue reading »

Grilled Panzanella Salad

This Tuscan bread and tomato salad is a very popular side dish in Italy during the warm summer months.  Grilled… Continue reading »

Goat Cheese & Pancetta Stuffed Mushrooms

Tender, bite-sized button mushrooms stuffed with creamy goat cheese, crispy pancetta, lemony thyme and fresh scallions.  My Goat Cheese &… Continue reading »

Sautéed Greens with Anchovy Croutons

My Sautéed Greens with Anchovy Croutons is a unique way to eat those healthy greens of the season.  Whether you… Continue reading »