Apr 05
Sea Scallops with Vermouth may invoke images of fancy, decadent, complex upscale dining, but it is simple, easy and can be made in your own kitchen in less then ten minutes. Traditionally, Italian-Americans of southern Italian descent eat the Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve. The reasons and cause for this tradition are …
Apr 04
All I can tell you is that this warm salad of artichokes, shallots and capers is sub component of a recipe that my mother originally made many years ago on Christmas Eve. As to where or who gave her the recipe I have no idea. What I do know is that whether served on the …
Mar 29
Ciabatta literally means slipper translated from Italian, and though the shape of the bread vaguely resembles a slipper, it must belong to a clown. The loaf itself is elongated, broad, flat and irregularly shaped, usually with large air bubbles, a crisp crust and a soft, chewy texture. It is excellent for making into sandwiches, if …
Mar 23
I love one dish cooking. I don’t mind messing up prep dishes but cleaning them: Ick. One of the most rustically delicious, one-dish meals I make is Sausage with Potatoes. It’s so seriously easy & has a great combination of flavor that is perfect for a busy night. I often mix it up in the …
Mar 22
One of our favorite dishes is chicken scarpiello from Carmines (NYC). I love taking a really good restaurant dish & making it at home. This is the recipe from carmines, as provided by Good Morning America. I personally prefer my “Scappy” to have thyme instead of oregano. This is also much less saltier than the Carmines version, …
