(Crespelle are thinner, lighter crepes) A wonderful Holiday or Sunday morning breakfast. ¾ CUP FLOUR 2 EGGS – large, almost room temperature ¼ CUP SUGAR 1 TSP VANILLA or ALMOND EXTRACT PINCH OF SALT 1 ½ CUPS MILK –…
“S” COOKIES Italians love something mildly sweet especially a simple cookie not just for Breakfast, but also in the afternoon with tea or an espresso, or even better as a dessert with a glass of wine. These cookies are…
An easy to make casserole with the great taste of Sicilian Rice Balls when I don’t have time to make traditional Arancini. 1 LB GROUND BEEF 3 CUPS ARBORIO RICE – cooked 2 EGGS – beaten 1 TB OLIVE OIL 3…
WHAT EXACTLY IS A PUMPKIN? One of the most adored fall foods in America is the pumpkin, especially for its versatility not only as a food but as a decoration, a symbol and an introduction to the season. Pumpkins…
We are basically a dark meat family but we rarely have any turkey left over even though we purchase one that averages about 24 lbs. There are lots of things we do with the turkey which requires a large one…
The day after Thanksgiving is one I have to plan for, too. Some of the family sleeps over, some are coming back and there are a lot of hungry grandchildren waiting for breakfast. They like to hit the malls and do…
Gathered hands around the table, Grateful hearts that pause to pray, Giving thanks for countless blessings, Sharing love on Thanksgiving Day. Wishing you a Bountiful Thanksgiving. While you are enjoying Thanksgiving, Say a prayer for Our…
No matter what holiday, this is always on our table! Thanksgiving is beyond the turkey and the pies. It’s a day that gives us a chance to find reasons to smile and bond with family, friends and loved…
La Festa del Ringraziamento Although Thanksgiving is uniquely an American holiday nearly every continent has some version in their own culture though not celebrated necessarily in November. These Thanksgiving events usually are a celebration of harvest. Italy, with its American…
Every Thanksgiving the scene is the same in almost every American household. The ritual of the “Turkey”, the centerpiece of the day; how to cook it, how to baste it and how to stuff it. That being said, stuffing I have…