Black pudding, as made in the UK, is a blend of onions, pork fat, oatmeal, flavorings - and blood (usually from a pig). As long as animals have been slaughtered...
This makes a delicious garlic toast that I make for my family about once a week with spaghetti or a simlar dish. My family of 4 never uses even half a...
This is a Southern Calabrese (Soveria-Simeri) variation of Pasta Fagioli Soup, only it's really a pasta dish with a flavorful and spicy tomato, bean, and...
An easy weeknight meal--quick prep. Good with salad and garlic bread on the side. A favorite with my little ones. Have also used beef ravioli. I have never...
A spicy, lemony pasta. Adapted by Sweet B at Serious Eats, from a recipe in Mario Batali's _Molto Mario_ as reprinted in _People_ magazine, in an article...
This dish was inspired by a description in the novel, 'The Godfather.' It is also a favorite with my 'family.' Serve with a crusty bread, a green salad,...
Though they are such a simple thing to prepare, potatoes can be mashed in an infinite amount of ways. This is my favorite; these smooth and fluffy mashed...
I found this on an Italian website and fell in love with it! I am a fan of Pasta e Fagioli and this is kind of similar, yet different. It makes a hearty...
Our local supermarket sells this fantastic little appetizer which they make in neighboring France. Seasoned goat cheese is rolled up in bacon and baked...
Posted here for safe-keeping because my daughter is considering a French theme for her wedding next year, and I'm searching for possible menu items. This...
This is a slightly different take on most lemon pastas because it also uses one of my favorite herbs, lemon thyme in addition to the lemon. It is superb...
Found this in a TOH magazine. A tasty appetizer that my family and friends love. The ingredients meld together for a great-tasting appy that goes well...
I got this recipe from my sister. I serve with a garden salad and garlic bread. It is really rich and creamy. With the pepper and nutmeg I just add a large...
Perhaps the very best pasta dish I make. A rich, delicious, and soul-satisfying Italian recipe that is certain to wow your guests at any dinner party....
This dish is also known as Beef a la Bourguignon; this is a French preparation method associated with the cuisine of the Burgundy region of France. The...
I found this and had to post before even trying - that way it would be here when I need it! In this dish, zucchini are stuffed with the twin stars of Calabrian...
Savoiardi, also known as lady fingers, is a light Italian cookie. It can be eaten plain, with coffee or used in Tiramisu. My cousin owns an Italian bakery,...
I've hunted for years to find a Garlic Sauce like the one that used to be served in my favorite Middle Eastern restaurant with Shawarma. I combined a couple...
I translated this from a Romanian website,it states that it's an Italian condiment. Used for chicken,seafood and pasta. The recipe calls for dried lemon...
Halupki, also known as stuffed cabbage on the Russian/Ukranian side of my family, is a dish made of rice, beef, and pork encased in cabbage drizzled with...
Had this at a 4 star restaurant in my teens. Loved it so much, Mom got the recipe from the chef so she could make it for me. It has become a favorite of...
Very chocolaty chocolate cake made from scratch! Perfect for kids' birthday parties and it is good they learn to appreciate the taste of real chocolate...
A simple, delicious pasta that my friend Cathi created while living in Florence. Flavors you wouldn't think to combine mix wonderfully. Don't use large,...
Garlic, Garlic, Garlic, Garlic. Yummy. Love that this recipe uses reduced fat products and still tastes like 1,000 calories! Prep time does not include...
Basta Pasta was a great italian place in San Francisco . Sadly they went out of business a few years ago. Lucky for me when I was visiting the last time...
My father and mother survived World War II and immigrated to America. They used food and tradition to overcome their struggles and raise a healthy, joyous...
This is a pesto recipe I invented last spring. Goes well with a glass of Chardonnay. Non-vegans can add some grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or grana on your...
My husband & I saw this on "Down Home with the Neelys" on The Food Network the other night & thought it looked good. Tried it last night & boy were we...