When I am in the presence of a great teacher, she has my full, undivided attention! I had the great pleasure of spending a weekend with my friend and mentor, Christina Pirello of the Emmy-Award Winning PBS Series, Christina Cooks, at the Restaurant School of Philadelphia during her ‘Intensive Study Program’. While Christina offers a […]
Pasta Fajoli – A Favorite Soup Recipe “MaMa Mia Cucina”
Soups: Warm and comforting, nutritious, filling, can feel a large crowd, economical and easy to prepare. Throughout the month of February in my cooking classes, book signing events, and corporate cooking demonstration events, my grandmother’s recipe for ‘Pasta Fajoli’ received rave reviews. So much so, that I thought I would post it for those who […]
Chicken Vegetable Tortellini Soup
Chicken Vegetable Tortellini Soup 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 whole organic chicken breast or 2 split breasts 3 carrots, chopped 3 celery stalks, sliced 1 large sweet onion, peeled and chopped 5 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and drained ½ cup freshly chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley 1 gallon fresh filtered […]
On the 5th Day of Christmas – Another EASY Holiday Appetizer
On the 5th Day of Christmas… Serve the stuffed tomatoes by themselves, with crackers or crostini, or among a crudité tray. Another easy and delicious appetizer recipe. Without the crackers, they are a gluten-free alternative. Love the red and green colors of nature. Gorgonzola Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Cherry Tomatoes Gorgonzola Cheese Pistachio nuts, finely chopped […]
On the 4th Day of Christmas – An EASY Appetizer
On the 4th Day of Christmas… With New Year’s Eve around the corner, we’re celebrating appetizers for a couple of days. The next couple of apps are easy to prepare, gluten-free, and delish! Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese Dried, pitted, dates Goat Cheese, at room temperature Balsamic Glaze (read the label for assurance of gluten-free […]