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…
Fresh Fig Muffins and why! As I have mentioned several times, we have a sort of mini fig farm in our back yard. It all started with a twig that was brought over from Sicily many years ago and…
Looking for something spicy, here is the Chinese Eggplant in Garlic Sauce. A deliciously uncomplicated dish to make with just the right amount of spice and heat to add excitement to a simple meal. SERVING: Serves 4 INGREDIENTS:…
The most favored Italian cream cake. This is a family favorite birthday cake! We celebrate several birthdays in August and usually have one big party. INGREDIENTS: 1 stick butter – softened ½ cup crisco – solid 2 cups…
It’s August 17th and my husband’s birthday, so it calls for a special dinner. We will be preparing this delectable recipe, the Tajarin and white Truffle Sauce. We celebrate birthdays in a big way in our house. Everyone gets…
The exquisite Eggplant Sformato. A sweet friend of mine surprised me with a lovely eggplant from her garden and I put it to good use rather quicklywith the few ingredients had on hand. I love it when my friendshave…
August 15th in Italy Ferragosto, the 15th of August is one of Italy’s most cherished holidays. Everything closes on this holiday and families get together and celebrate. Here in the States Catholics know this day as the Feast of…
The simply sweet Almond Brownies. Whether if it’s Merenda, Spontino or an afterdinner dessert, this quick and easy sweet never fails to satisfy. INGREDIENTS: ¾ cup butter 2 cups sugar Pinch of salt 2 tsp almond extract Sugar 4…
The Potato Pudding. This is great addition to any meal and perfect for a company dish.Sometimes you just need another quick dish to compliment a meal. INGREDIENTS: ½ cup vegetable oil or duck fat 1 large onion – app.…
Here is one of the best ways to cook clams with garlic and wine. INGREDIENTS: 6 lbs clams 4 garlic cloves – minced Red chili flakes – to taste Crusty Italian bread ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup fresh…
The Crabmeat Potato Macaroni Salad. A recipe straight from a friend in Hawaii. INGREDIENTS: 8 oz short pasta – penne, gemelli, etc. ¼ cup rice vinegar – or to taste 2 tb sugar 2 celery ribs – finely…