I’m called Mom, Nonna, BisNonna but my husband, Charlie, calls me Anita. I’m a fiercely proud first generation American and equally proud of my Italian heritage. I treasure the recipes and traditions passed down to me through many generations…
A meal in one pot to end a busy day. 3 TBS BUTTER – unsalted 2 GARLIC CLOVES – finely chopped 3 ½ CUPS CHICKEN BROTH 2 TSP FRESHLY GRATED LEMON PEEL 2 TSP FRESHLY SQUEEZED LEMON JUICE –…
Flourless Chocolate Cake 12 TBS BUTTER – unsalted, softened 3 TBS FLOUR – for dusting 6 OZ SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE ¾ CUP SUGAR 6 EGGS – separated 1 ¼ ALMONDS – finely ground 1 TB BRANDY* 2 PINCHES SALT…
This winner, winner, chicken dinner recipe will help you seta delicious meal before your family in almost as much timeas it takes to cook the rice. ¼ CUP VEGETABLE OIL 1 ONION – thinly sliced, 2 cups KOSHER…
At the end of a busy week what could be morecomforting and inviting that this hearty and delicious stew. SERVING: Serves 6-8 INGREDIENTS: 2 TBS BUTTER – salted 1 QUART MILK – whole 1 SMALL ONION – minced 8…
After days of wonderful meals of fish and other Islandofferings, there is nothing more welcoming or comforting thana nice plate of pasta. RIGATONI alla AMATRICIANA (A Recipe from Rodolfo) 1 LB RIGATONI 1 CAN (28 oz) ITALIAN…
In Tuscany where my fraternal Great-grandparents, Grandparents and my Dad were born, leftover bread is never wasted as it is put to any uses. You will find it in all kinds of appetizers such as crostini and fettunata, soups…
SAUTEED ESCAROLEA quick way to add greens to your meal! INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb Escarole – salt to taste 3 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Cloves Garlic – smashed Pinch red pepper flakes METHOD: Tear the escarole…
I never really think very often about cooking with pineapple. It always seems more like a dessert item. But we are here inHawaii where pineapple offerings are endless and this is onewe enjoyed so I thought a good time…
Our Hawaiian vacation is winding down and in a few days we will be leaving this beautiful island and returning to the mainland. Our days will be topsy-turvy until we adjust to the time. In the meantime, it’s Sunday…
Maui Gold is touted as some of the best pineapple in the world. Well, we are here in Hawaii so we spent the morning at Maui Gold Pineapple to experience what goes on in a real life pineapple farm.…