Buckwheat Banana Bread
This recipe is a very simple, healthy banana bread recipe that only requires one bowl. I’d call buckwheat flour to be an “emerging ingredient”. The hearty grain seems to be […]
Homemade Pasta- The Italian Art
Pasta fatti in casa were the words so often used by the local Trattorie beside every dish of pasta on the menu (traditional Italian comfort restaurants) . The words “pasta fatti in casa” mean […]
American Buffalo Chili
Traditionally, Italian buffalos are used for the fantastic mozzarella di bufala cheese they produce. Mozzarella from the buffalo differs from that of a cow mainly in its stronger, “gamier” taste. In terms of using […]
Sicily’s Salt Farm
The salt farms, or Saline, of the town of Trapani are picturesque. These ponds have been in production since 1488, long before Italia was a country and Columbus sailed the ocean blue. Beautiful pools […]
Dark & Decadent Chocolate Bundt Cake
Every so often, you will come across a poor soul who claims he does not like chocolate. That’s when you turn to him, make a facial expression as if seeing […]
Homemade Swiss Muesli
People tend to be drawn to Switzerland by the towering snow-capped Alps, the stunning blue lakes, or, if you are on the wealthy side, their banks. However, their cuisine is […]
White Chocolate and Cherry Truffles
These white pockets of heavenly glory are filled with my Nonna’s homemade Italian cherry marmalade, which is a jam full of love. Those who cook with true passion always seem to bring […]