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…
Decadence!
marbled chocolate chip peanut butter banana bread {regular & gluten free}
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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…
the sloppy jane {sloppy joe’s skinny sister}
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peach basil frozen yogurt
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ginger cream steak
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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…
harvest grape focaccia bread
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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…
chicken florentine artichoke bake
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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.…
caprese bites
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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…