Chantilly cream is a sweetened whipped cream that’s perfect for desserts like pies or hot chocolate. It’s a luscious and velvety topping that elevates any dessert to a new level of sweetness. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this…
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Meatballs are a staple in my house and I love to make a large batch and keep some in the freezer so I can pull some out for pasta, sandwiches or to serve with my favorite cheesy polenta. To ensure…
Grilled cheese sandwiches have long been at the top of my comfort food list. Going right back to my early school days when my mom used to make grilled cheese sammies and cream of tomato soup for lunch on cold,…
I remember the first time I tried polenta. I was in my late teens and had been invited to have dinner at my Italian friend’s house. His mother poured this steaming yellow porridge-like mixture onto my plate. On top of…
In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this classic Italian dish that seamlessly blends pasta and beans in a rich, savory broth. Packed with robust flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a testament to the simplicity and authenticity…
This delicious rhubarb chutney recipe came about a couple of years ago as a way to use up some of my abundant rhubarb harvest. You know that time of year when it seems like you’ll never be able to use…
This Tuscan tuna salad makes a great summer meal. The addition of the beans helps bulk it up making it a meal in itself but you can also serve it as a side dish. You can use white kidney beans or…
I love fennel and I’m always looking for new recipes that really show off this vegetable’s unique flavor. This past Christmas I was looking for the perfect side dish and came across this Roasted Fennel recipe by Giada di Laurentis….
There is nothing that tastes like summer to me more than a ripe, flavorful tomato! When they’re in season I love to prepare an appetizer of tomato bruschetta and this is THE best tomato bruschetta recipe that I have found. It…