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One Stir Risotto, The Non Carpal Tunnel versionAh, risotto. I love risotto. I also hate to make risotto because I hate all the standing and stirring. I also once had a terrible risotto experience when one of the squirrels I had been feeding (long story) fell down the stove pipe during a windstorm and got trapped in a duct in the kitchen while I was trying to prepare risotto for a… |
1 vote
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Lasagna Shrimp FlorentineShrimp, Spinach, Ricotta in a Lasagna all surrounded in a delicate tomato and white wine sauce. |
2 votes
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Homemade ManicottiThis recipe is simple and absolutely delicious. It is a reasonable amount of work, so good to cook for a large party or family gathering. It is fun to prepare with a friend or relative, perhaps with a glass of wine in hand! I adapted this from a recipe cookoff I saw on the Food Network. |
6 votes
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Baked ziti with pork raguThis is a giant, lusty dish that plays on our basest desires. It has become my go-to entree for large parties of carnivores, especially when cooking time is limited and I expect to serve family-style. I once made this for a New Year's Eve party; people who hadn't been there were showing up the next day to see whether there were… |
4 votes
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Roman Nights
Remember the first time your had dinner in Rome? I do - an amazing small restaurant near the American embassy, Tuscan red flowing from carafs, and a number of small plates including roasted chicken, sausage, and greens - all prepared with fennel and garlic. All done "family style". Ah, and how can I forget the cured meats and cheese!
There's something about this cuisine and the pairing of simple red wine that takes me away. Absolutely love this kind of lifestlye. Hope you do too.
There's something about this cuisine and the pairing of simple red wine that takes me away. Absolutely love this kind of lifestlye. Hope you do too.
