Asparagus Bread Stir-Fry
It is the season of the asparagi, or, in “normal” language, asparagus. The season will be done in the blink of an eye, and pretty soon we’ll begin to discuss things like […]
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Easy Mushroom-Onion Sauté
It’s odd to think of mushrooms as being in a specific food group. They’re classified as vegetables in cooking mostly due to their high nutritional value and low calorie level, […]
Spotlight on Radicchio
It’s radicchio season in Italy! Well, and also asparagus season, artichoke season, lemon season, and banana season. But let’s focus on the radicchio, because it may not seem so familiar. Radicchio is a bitter […]
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 […]
Pasta with Broccoli and Spicy Breadcrumbs
Growing up eating pasta, in and out of Italia, my family and I have become specialists on the secrets to the classic dish. Many people seem to focus mainly on […]
Peppermint Bark Truffles
What makes these festive truffles so much better than actual peppermint bark? It could be the creamy dark-chocolate center. Or the fact that it’s not bark, but a ball. Or […]
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Brussel sprouts may sound unappetizing, but if cooked right, they can be one of the best vegetables. Along with my broccolini recipe, roasted brussel sprouts is the most addicting side […]