Ah. There is nothing like a cup of Italian freshly ground hot coffee and homemade biscotti. This is a ritual in our home. My son loves it after dinner and it gets him through homework time. I hope you’ll make my mom’s biscotti known as Francesca Cocoa Biscottis . Or …
Read More »Savory Rich Mushroom Risotto
You can make your family happy in 18 minutes. That is how long it will take you to make risotto. This dish is so inexpensive, but is fine dining quality and they will love this dinner. Try and Make Savory Rich Mushroom Risotto tonight! INGREDIENTS 1 TB olive oil 2 …
Read More »My Mom’s Amazing Meatball Recipe
I was recently reading about the meatball championships they have in different cities each year. If you are meatball-challenged, my mom’s recipe for meatballs will change your life. I’m “paying it forward” for Mother’s Day and sharing it with you. Here’s a meatball that will make your mom proud! I’m …
Read More »Quick Cast Iron Deep Dish Pizza
We love recipes that are quick, easy and budget-friendly. However, if you just want to relax and spend some time cooking, our Tomato and Goat Milk Cheese Tart, and Roast Beef with Frey Wine Gravy are favorites. We’re calling it: “The Quick Cast Iron Deep Dish Pizza ” for a …
Read More »Burst of Sunshine Fresh Gazpacho
Fresh and summery! Make this today in seconds. Burst of Sunshine Fresh Gazpacho
Read More »Making amazing pizzas at home – Secret
It is not hard to make artisanal quality pizza at home. Making amazing pizzas at home – Secret ! Here are a few pointers we discussed in our ode to pizza on the program. And then we will get to the recipes. First, buy a good quality pizza stone, or …
Read More »Francesca’s Roasted Red Peppers
I miss my mom, no doubt. But every time I think about her and her influence on my life, cooking comes to mind. She tried so hard to please everyone through her cooking. From my Irish dad with his stew and pot roast, to her finicky daughter (that’s me) to …
Read More »Healthier Italian Wedding Soup
Healthier Italian Wedding Soup IS possible without giving up flavor. With one simple swap, substituting ground chicken for ground beef, you can cut calories, cut fat all without compromising flavor. Research shows that there are 309 calories in 4 ounces of Ground Beef. That amounts to: 62% fat, 0% …
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