Proud Italian Cook

Pasta fazool, as we call it but the proper name is pasta fagioli or pasta and beans. This pure comfort food is something I grew up with. My mother-in-law was known for this dish, that’s how she...

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This is a hearty soup that’s a meal in it’s self, guaranteed to keep you warm and cozy in the fall and winter seasons. The star of the show is the savoy cabbage.  Savoy cabbage is similar to...

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Eggplant rollatini, sliced and roasted eggplant wrapped around cheesy, herby ricotta bundles that are nestled into a baking dish topped with homemade marinara, which I prefer, or a good quality s...

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Sometimes it’s even too hot to grill outdoors, such was the case when this salad was made. When temperatures are high in the 90’s, a nice light and fresh salad always makes for a great meal. ...

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Here’s an easy, low effort dessert that will keep you cool and satisfy your sweet tooth this summer, with no oven required. Fresh summer peaches with cannoli cream. Perfectly ripe and juicy pea...

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A warm summer day calls for a nice cold and refreshing drink of limoncello. Not only is it a wonderful drink to sip slowly and enjoy, and by the way today happens to be National Limoncello Day, ...

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This is the season for outdoor cooking with BBQ’s, picnic’s, parties, graduations and all sorts of get-together’s. As you can see from my previous few posts lately, I’ve been on a salad k...

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This fresh berry salad is bright and flavorful and pretty to look at because of all the vibrant colors. It’s a showstopper salad to serve at your next big party or get- together. It literally g...

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Spring is officially here and the warmer weather has arrived and so has grilling season. I know you can grill all year long but I much prefer doing it in the warmer weather. This orzo salad is th...

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This creamy mushroom pasta is packed with spring vegetables and those chunky meaty mushrooms make it so cozy and delicious. As far as mushrooms go feel free to chose your favorites, you can do al...

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