Okay, you have to prepare yourself for this one. It’s truly magnificent and reminiscent of what my Italian grandma, Darling, calls a “Hot Dago Sandwich.” If you like meatballs, and you LOVE Italian, you’re going to go bonkers over this burger. serves 3 to 4 people 1 loaf crusty Italian bread, cut into thick slices…
Do you love the combination of chocolate, peanut butter and bananas? It’s a favorite flavor medley in our house and we’re always thinking up new ways to incorporate it into our recipes. You may already know that the King of rock and roll (Elvis) was particularly fond of combining these flavors too. Gracie said I…
These sloppy sandwiches are healthy and every bit as delicious as traditional Sloppy Joes. I used lean ground turkey in place of ground beef and everyone loved them. This is an awesome recipe to make on a busy night when you don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. serves 4 to…
We’re nearing the end of that time of summer when we can enjoy all of the glorious summer fruits that the season has to offer. Peaches are one of my all time favorites. I love basil and peach together. If you use really ripe, fresh, sweet peaches for this frozen yogurt recipe you’ll hardly need…
I’ve been experimenting with new sauces for steak. I’ve invented a few that I think you are going to LOVE… starting with this yummy little number 😉 2 heaping Tablespoons ginger jam/spread (I love this one by The Ginger People!) 1/4 cup Ponzu sauce 2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce 2 Tablespoons peanut oil 1/4 cup…
Originally called “schiacciata” this Tuscan flat bread has become known as focaccia by most Americans. It’s traditionally made in the Chianti region of Italy to celebrate the annual autumn grape harvest. Focaccia is beautiful served with a variety of your favorite cheeses, oven roasted garlic and a gorgeous bottle of wine… go for something light…
It’s getting to be that time of year again. When I went for my morning walk today I could smell the faint scent of autumn approaching. The sumac is already edged in crimson and a few of the trees are beginning to turn that unmistakable amber-gold. The squirrels and birds are suddenly preparing for winter.…
Ready for another delicious, easy appetizer? This is a wonderful, different way to use up some of those garden tomatoes! If you like caprese salad, you’ll love this! cherry tomatoes fresh mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup real mayonnaise 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves fresh garlic small, fresh basil sprigs Hollow out the cherry tomatoes and…
This is such a fun, delicious dinner to make when you’re getting tired of the same old thing week after week. I’ve made this with sausage, ham and bacon and served it as a main dish for a brunch gathering, but most of the time I make it like this… ~ preheat oven to 400…
Yum yum yum! This salad is one of my favorite picnic/potluck dishes. When we’re at home we serve it in teacups. When we’re out and about we put it in Mason jars and pack the jars in ice until we’re ready to eat. This is crunchy, peanutty, sweet and fruity. It so good it could…