Focaccia with Olives and Rosemary (Bread Machine or Conventional Method) by Salad Foodie

Hot, fresh and homemade Focaccia with olives and herbs - what could be better? A hearty and versatile bread to serve with salads, a side to Italian meals, a base for pizza or used as a sandwich bread. If a bread machine is handy, use it to mix, knead…

Zucchini Smeriato ( Scalloped Zucchini) by J. Gino Genovesi

There are many zucchini recipes, but this is one that I kinda made up. It is nourishing, a good Lenten dish and quick and easy to make. Prepare items a head of time. I know your family will like this dish.

Vegetable Lasagna by Salad Foodie

Lasagna laced with garden vegetables and whole wheat noodles makes a healthier pasta alternative to traditional lasagna. Don’t let the list of ingredients and/or chopping daunt you.(I just consider it my afternoon therapy session.) The veggies are cut in small pieces to layer better between noodles. Sub any combo of veggies preferred…

Calzone con Cavalfiore copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

Anginetti copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

Anginetti Bite-Sized Italy copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

Almond Biscotti by Mark Tabak

A very traditional recipe from my wifes Italian grandmother.

Basil shortbread biscuits by Lemon Squeezy

Delicate, crumbly shortbread with a hint of basil

Lemon-Cranberry Biscotti by J. Gino Genovesi

The 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…

Involtini di cavolo ( Stuffed Cabbage) by J. Gino Genovesi

I know there are many recipes on how to make stuffed cabbage rolls. I like to use fresh ingredients and pride myself in the taste of the cabbage rolls I make. Try them. They are real Italian!

Herbed Olive Sandwich Loaf by Salad Foodie

Hone your artisan baking skills making this savory Italian loaf bread. Olives, garlic, rosemary and Parmesan cheese flavors predominate, and tantalize everyone at home while baking. Use slices as an accompaniment to any Italian entree, or create a sandwich or open-face with sliced meats and/or cheeses. The recipe can be made in a…

Almond Biscotti by Salad Foodie

Crunchy biscotti are my go-to coffee dunkers. The sweet toasts make a perfect hostess or holiday gift besides. This recipe features almonds but pecans or hazelnuts would be fine, with vanilla extract in place of almond.

Ciabatta Bread I by Salad Foodie

The first of two ciabatta bread recipes I am trying out - this first one is from Fleischmann's Yeast. It is rated "Advanced" in difficulty and I agree! It was challenging and involved - plan to be around much of the time of day you make it, as there are four 45 minute risings to supervise. The dough is tricky and sticky. I did like…

lebkuchen copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

This is a recipe I discovered visiting the Alto Adige Christkindlmarkts during the recent Holidays. This recipe is used to make cookies that are used to hang on Christmas trees for decorations but you can also make in the form of a heart for…

Italian Short Pastry Dough by Sam

This a great short dough for bases of hors d'ouvres or simpley as a stand alone galleta or cracker.