Isicia Omentata (a kind of Roman Burger) by Derek Johnsen

Although I enjoy cooking dishes from other countries and cultures, my real interest and love is to cook the food that previous generations cooked and that might not be so popular today. I have been lucky enough to gather together recipes from throughout the ages. Even though my 22 Roman recipes are nearly 2000 years old, you might…

Italian stuffed Medjool DATES by Foodessa

Medjool DATES get stuffed with decadent ITALIAN delicacies: Prosciutto di Parma...Torta Mascarpone {aka DolceLatte} as well as PECANS. Indulgent treats which will undoubtedly open appetites ;o) I really hope you have a chance to stuff dates in this very special way. For a dedicated post...please refer to:…

Ya Baby, Skinny Baked Pizza Dip to Enjoy All Football Season Long by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Warm pizza in a dip? It doesn’t get better than this! Super easy to make and will definitely be the hit of the party. A true crowd-pleaser for kids and grown-ups alike. It’s much skinnier than a regular recipe because I’m using reduced-fat cheeses,…

Basil Pesto by Deborrah Justice

Grilled Stuffed Calamaretti-Involtini di Calamaretti con Mozzarela e Basilica by Patricia Turo

Calamaretti are so simple but whenever I make them for a grill party, they are the hit of the meal.

Hamburger Bun Pizzas by Jenny Smith

They are like the bagle bites, but make 'em with hamburger buns... OH so yummy, easy enough the kids can make, and the adults will enjoy the same.

Risotto Funghi Porcini by Patricia Turo

Porcini are tossed with pasta, risotto, grilled with herbs, as a salad, sautéd with olive oil & herbs, baked, on pizza & pasta and marinated in olive oil.

Insalata di riso (Summer Rice Salad) by Frank Fariello

Mid-August, when the temperatures climb to tropical heights, is a time when the enthusiasm of even the most avid cook can begin to wane. Italians often turn to easily prepared dishes that need minimal or no actually cooking. Salads are an obvious choice, and rice salads are a favorite. Not only are they delicious, but they are easy to…

A Fruit That Descended from Paradise – Figs Poached in Red Wine by Patricia Turo

Artists have painted the fig leaf to depicted modesty. But the fruit is sweet and alluring. This recipe is so easy anyone could make it and with a little cinnamon ice cream it is dream of a dessert. Reduce the sugar and use them with meats.

Olive tapenade by Shawnna and Davide Busetti

Olive Tapenade is a staple at my house. It is delicious to pull out as an impromptu happy hour snack, and it's always great to set out when company is coming. The olive tapenade keeps well in the refrigerator for at least a week, but rarely lasts that long at my house. I serve the tapenade in a small bowl, then on the side to scoop it…

Caprese Salad by My Dorot

A classic favorite for all to eat!

Fried Cheese by Jennifer Bass

Grilled Pizza by Jennifer Sikora

When the sun is out and the summer is hot, instead of heating up the kitchen, heat up the grill and create your own grilled pizza! The flavors are wonderful and the grill marks make this pizza look beautiful.

Italian Vegetable Dip by RecipeKing

Italian Vegetable Dip is a quick, easy and cheesy recipe for a delicious dip to use for large gatherings, parties, holidays and TV game crowds. It is also a healthy, low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium, low sugars, low carbohydrates, heart-healthy, diabetic, vegetarian and Weight Watchers (2) PointsPlus per serving…

medi Sweet Potato Yogu Chick Pea Dip n Spread by Foodessa

Similar to a Mediterranean ' Hummus ' with a few flavourful twists. We enjoy this as a delicious spread in a sandwich... or even as a base to a salad dressing. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2010/03/recipe-medi-sweet-potato-yogu-chickpea.html