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Spaghetti with Meatballs - the original Italian recipeThough many think this dish is Italian American, there is a traditional dish from Abruzzo that must have been the original inspiration. Read about how to make it here. |
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Lemon-Cranberry BiscottiThe biscotti had its origin in Roman times They are a dry, crunchy cookie that contains no fat and quite nourishing. .A food with sustenance and carried by the Roman Legions into battle; perhaps this action help fuel the expansion of the Roman Empire since they were so light and easy to carry into battle. The biscotti became… |
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Polenta Squares w/Sherry Mushroom SauceAlthough I always ate Polenta growing up, I have just recently been making it for my family. I am really enjoying how versatile it is. |
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Italian Tuna BurgersA nice healthy flavorful lunch. |
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Zucchini Parmesan Fritters With Sour CreamZucchini Parmesan Fritters are a delicious way to use up an over-abundance of zucchini and summer squash. These fritters are crispy on the outside. A dollop of sour cream perfectly compliments them. |
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Cheater's GnocchiGnocchi! Fun to say. Fun to make. This is NOT your Naunie’s Gnocchi! (Naunnie was my Italian grandmother) This “cheat” recipe uses potato flakes (horrors!) in place of the usual mashed potatoes. With the aid of a food processor and a few simple ingredients you can knock out these tasty, satisfying little Italian dumplings in… |
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No-Cook Pizza SauceNever buy jarred pizza sauce again! It’s so easy to make it homemade, you’ll save money and have a sauce that is exactly the way you like it. I’m providing a great recipe here, but you can always adjust the seasonings to find your perfect blend. It’s easy to keep on hand for pizza-lovers, or if you enjoy pizza less frequently, it… |
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Bread soupClassic Italian recipe that will delight you. |
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Toasted Pfoo Almond CookiesNot sure why these are called Pfoo cookies. Maybe because you eat a batch as they are coming out of the oven and scald your mouth. And then you can't talk right all day. No idea. In any case, these are incredible. Easy to make, great paired with a dollop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. Little and great for… |
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Netta Belle's Choice Lemon Bar-B-Que Chicken BreastsChicken breasts are marinated in lemon juice, lemon zest and herbs. A tantalizing barbecue chicken without the heavy sweet sauce. My attempt to slim down a chicken entree. 2007-2014 Netta Belle's Choice cookbookinabox "Reg.U.S. Pat. & Trdmk. Off." Reg. "Trade-marks Canadian Intellectual Property Office."… |
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Chocolate GenoiseLight, crumbly and melt in the mouth cake. |
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Walnut BiscottiBiscotti are dry, twice-baked biscuits that originated in Italy. The traditional recipes contain almonds, pistachios, hazelnut or pine nuts. Nowadays people also use also various seeds, glazes and flavourings. Biscotti can last for a long time if stored in an airtight container. Wrapped in cellophane or placed in a nice box they… |
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Garden Marinara Sauce with SpaghettiThis marinara is chock full of veggies, and served atop whole grain spaghetti noodles, makes a guilt-free pasta entrée. Use the last of summer’s garden tomatoes, or use canned if time is short. It fills your whole home with a wonderful Italian aroma as it cooks! |
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Turkey Sausage RaguPerfecto! Great healthy alternative to pork and beef-based ragu. I cheat a little in this recipe and use Trader Joe's Marinara Sauce. Your guests won't notice that it's not entirely homemade and they'll love it! |
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Basil shortbread biscuitsDelicate, crumbly shortbread with a hint of basil |
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