Agrodolce (Italian sweet and sour sauce)
August 2, 2018
It’s sweet and sour. It’s savory and spicy. It’s easy to make and versatile to use. Oh, and it’s delicious! … More Agrodolce (Italian sweet and sour sauce)
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Zucchini Bread
July 30, 2018
Here’s a great way to use up fresh summer zucchini. Packed with healthy oil, applesauce and loads of zucchini, it’s both delicious and even kind of good for you. … More Zucchini Bread
Dark Roast Chocolate Cookies
March 13, 2018
This amazing combination of dark chocolate and coffee will eradicate even the fiercest chocolate craving. In mere seconds. … More Dark Roast Chocolate Cookies
Panzanella Salad
July 28, 2017
This salad is basically summer in a bowl: tangy, ripe tomatoes and cool cucumbers are balanced by a red wine vinaigrette and toasted bread. Serve it as a side or as a meal! … More Panzanella Salad
Pickled Nasturtium Seed Buds
July 12, 2017
Pickled nasturtium seeds, sometimes called “poor man’s capers,” are edible, decorative toppings that pack a zingy, peppery crunch. … More Pickled Nasturtium Seed Buds
Grilled Stuffed Squid
June 9, 2017
The hardest part of this recipe is probably just finding whole squid/calamari tubes. The rest of it comes together quickly and easily enough for a weeknight meal, and results in a savory, tender bite sure to impress dinner guests. … More Grilled Stuffed Squid
Smoked Salmon Tartare Appetizer
May 10, 2017
Here’s a quick and easy appetizer that won’t last long with a hungry crowd. Or even a not-so-hungry crowd. Thin, crisp crackers contrast with the silky salmon topping, and dill sour cream balances out some of the richness. … More Smoked Salmon Tartare Appetizer
Bolo de Caco (Madeiran sweet potato bread)
March 14, 2017
Bolo do Caco is a unique sweet‑potato based bread served with nearly every meal on the Portuguese island of Madeira. Typically served warm and slathered in garlic butter, they are a great accompaniment to any meal. … More Bolo de Caco (Madeiran sweet potato bread)
Madeiran Carne Vinha d’Alhos (Pork Marinated in Garlic and Wine)
December 12, 2016
This traditional Madeiran Christmas dinner is easy enough to make any time of year! … More Madeiran Carne Vinha d’Alhos (Pork Marinated in Garlic and Wine)
Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce
September 18, 2016
Just a few simple, quality ingredients come together in this dish for an easy, hearty pasta meal. And the fact that it came from the iconic hit series The Sopranos kind of keeps the show alive for me. … More Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce
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