I’ve heard it said that ‘stone fruits are the best fruits.’ Well…there is something to be said for a fresh, juicy, ripe summer peach. You know it when you smell it and touch it. A fresh summer peach actually smells and feels like a peach! I walked into our local grocery store this weekend and […]
Celebrating Easter Pies on Charlotte Today WCNC TV
Celebrating 2 years of cooking with Eugene, Colleen and Ramona on WCNC-TV’s Charlotte Today. Thanks so much! And all about Italian Easter Pies… Click HERE for the Video Easter Ricotta and Meat Pie 1 pound of ricotta cheese, mashed 4 eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 cup pepperoni, […]
Labor Day Berry Pie at WBTV Studios, Charlotte
Happy Labor Day! Berry Pie with a Whole Wheat Vodka Pastry Crust Yes, that’s right, whole wheat Vodka pastry crust! And, they loved and ate every last bite at the WBTV Charlotte studios on Labor Day this morning. My thanks to anchors Christine Sperow and John Carter! The BEST part of my cooking, whether for family, […]
HAPPY EASTER ! Menu Ideas
As Christians around the globe celebrate the Easter season, I am often reminded that it is a time of new beginnings. Many Easter rituals and events are rich in history, culture, symbolism and tradition. I love to focus on the food and the stories associated with the rich traditions. While Easter may be the […]
Ricotta Easter Pie
Ricotta Pie Torta di Ricotta 1 pound of ricotta cheese, mashed 1/2 cup of sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 5 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup of milk 1 jigger of whiskey (1-1/2 oz) 1 prepared pie crust Combine ricotta cheese, sugar and cinnamon together. Mix well and add beaten eggs. Blend together, adding milk and whiskey. Pour […]