Eggplant is one of those beloved vegetables that can be used in endless ways to satisfy almost everyone. Italians are notorious for using eggplant in the most creative and delicious ways. This recipe is one of many I will be sharing to bring this wonderful versatile, healthy vegetable to your […]
Entrees / Primi & Secondi
How To Make The Best Stuffed Zucchini Rolls
We are In Italy making new friends and finding the best of the best recipes Italian people are making new and cherished classics! This Zucchini Lasagna Rotolini seems to be a favorite on the table all around Italy in many different variations region to region. Today I share with you […]
Homemade Italian Three Cheeses Manicotti Baked Pasta with Ricotta, Mozzarella and Herbs
Who can resist baked manicotti. The smells from the oven while baking bring everyone into the kitchen before it’s even ready to come out of the oven. There are alot of options and versions to making this special Sunday or holiday pasta. I am making a classic version with only […]
Authentic, Sunday Fresh Tomato Sauce with Lamb Meat and Meatballs An Heirloom Recipe from the region of Puglia, Italy.
In a class by itself, Italians celebrate Sunday and Family by gathering them around the table and usually the star of the show is Sunday Ragu with different types of meat and cooked for hours in a wonderful fresh tomato sauce. Served over Pasta and fresh grated cheese, it still […]
Fire Roasted Eggplant filled with Baked Pasta “Timpano” mini meatballs, prosciutto & cheese
Generational cooking at it’s best with Baked Pasta Wrapped in Roasted Eggplant What will your guests say when you reveal this at your party? My Roasted Eggplant Baked Pasta with mini meatballs, prosciutto and chunks of roasted eggplant inside the filling, plus my winning three cheese combination: fresh mozzarella, shredded […]
How To Make Meatballs Like an Italian Mamma
Meal plan and make ahead these delicious mini meatballs. My fool proof delicious recipe for authentic Italian mini meatballs or regular size are straight from my childhood. Rolling meatballs and great conversation with my Italian born grandmother on Sundays are memories and lessons that have lasted my whole life. I […]