Italian

This is one of those recipes where you use whatever you have on hand.  In our case, instead of the pancetta, we used organic uncured bacon.  Simple, filling and easy to make, this is a keeper! VIDEO: Rigatoni with Tomatoes Bacon and Peas Rigatoni with Tomatoes, Bacon and Peas Recipe …

... with a side of chauvanism

  Making ricotta is Easy.  In fact, it’s far easier than you think.  So the next time you’re in the store looking for ricotta (to make your favorite “ricotta recipe”) and the refrigerated space where ricotta sits is empty, it’s not a big deal.   Just four fresh ingredients are needed. …

  Looking for a quick, last-minute recipe for the weekend? Here’s a quick dip that cooks itself and is great for a party. Spinach Artichoke Asiago Dip – Recipe Most dips that are hot can be somewhat dangerous if you are not careful in the preparation and holding of the …

PIZZA – A DIY GUIDE It is not hard to make artisanal-quality pizza at home. Here are a few pointers, and then we will get to the recipes. First, buy a good quality pizza stone, or you can use quarry tiles cut to fit a rack in your oven. You …

Seriously, the best meatballs.

Fresh and summery! Make this today in seconds. Burst of Sunshine Fresh Gazpacho

  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% …