Peperonata
This, to me, is such a simple dish. I’m all about easy peasy. As I’ve mentioned before simple isn’t a bad thing. It truly is a WOW dish. Everyone will think you slaved away when you simply added the...
View ArticleRagu’ alla Bolognese {Bolognese Sauce}
Some things in life are worth waiting for, and a good sauce is one of them (at least for me anyway). And no surprise then, this is one of those sauces! Ragu alla Bolognese. Pronounced bowl-own-ez-ay,...
View ArticleSalsa di Pomodoro {Tomato Sauce}
Salsa di Pomodoro {Tomato Sauce} There is something so beautiful about a simple plate of pasta. One of the simplest is when it’s dressed with a basic tomato sauce. This 5 ingredient sauce easily comes...
View ArticleBack to Basics: How to Make Bechamel Sauce {Besciamella}
We’ve been making a lot of macaroni and cheese lately. All kinds of versions. The one constant for my macaroni and cheese is the base. Besciamella {or bechamel sauce}. It’s rich, creamy and dreamy and...
View ArticleFried Caprese Salad
Fried Caprese Salad. Our fun twist on the classic summer appetizer. You already know that one of my favorite flavor combinations is that of fresh tomatoes (preferably home grown), fresh mozzarella...
View ArticleBrown Sugar Mustard Glaze
A good glaze is a like a good black dress for food. When tasked with whether or not to glaze I say glaze away. Next weekend is Easter and hams will be gracing tables near and far. Ham is what most...
View ArticleClementine Marmalade
Clementine Marmalade So we’re just going to get it over with a sing a chorus of “Oh my darling, oh my darling Clementine …” because naturally that’s what pops into my mind when I hear the word...
View ArticleCinnamon Apple Cranberry Sauce
Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Sauce. Holy cow, next week is THANKSGIVING! Yes, gobble gobble until we can’t wobble. I will be enjoying my Mom’s cooking this year. Happy. Happy. Dance. I don’t care how ehem...
View ArticleCranberry Citrus Chutney
This Cranberry Citrus Chutney post is sponsored by Dixie Crystals. Opinions are my own. This quick and easy Cranberry Citrus Chutney is a versatile recipe. Serve it as a side dish on Thanksgiving, then...
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