Foccacia is a traditional Italian flatbread that is served with antipasto or with your pasta dish. It is a no knead bread and very easy to make. This recipe comes from my friend Natalina who can be found at Natalina's Kitchen. She teaches southern Italian cooking through online … [Read more...] about Easy Foccacia
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Traditional Chicken Cacciatore
The word Cacciatore means "hunter" in Italian. When used in cooking, it refers to a meal prepared "hunter-style" with onions, herbs, usually tomatoes, often bell peppers, and mushrooms and wine. In french it is called "chasseur". While fricassee (cut poultry sauteed/simmered … [Read more...] about Traditional Chicken Cacciatore
It is Easy to Make your Own Pasta
My grandmother taught me how to make egg noodles for soup, which is similar to making pasta. Lord D and I took a cooking course a few years ago at Natalina's Kitchen, and we are still close friends with Natalina who runs her classes in a converted basement space. Making your … [Read more...] about It is Easy to Make your Own Pasta
Amazing Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
My sister in law introduced me to this delightful Italian go-to pancake batter. They are lovely; light and zesty, and are great to serve at brunches or any special occasion. … [Read more...] about Amazing Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Quick and Easy Rigatoni with Italian Sausage
Cooking on weeknights can be a challenge as you need a quick dish that is nutritious, filling and provides some leftovers to take to the office for lunch the next day. I use Italian sausages which I have already cooked for a previous meal, use prepared marina sauce, and add … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Rigatoni with Italian Sausage
