Tag: Italian

Weeknight Lasagna Roll Ups

Holiday stress sucks.  I just thought I’d put it right out there.  And this year it has especially creeped up on me given the odd...

In Desperate Need of Comfort Food–Pork & Veal Ragu

Comfort food fills your tummy, and your soul, and this Pork & Veal Ragu is just the dish to make you feel good inside.  Rich,...

Risotto Primavera

Ciao, Bella.  Risotto Primavera just sounds so exotic, doesn’t it?  Like you should say it with an Italian accent. I got a bug in my...

Orecchiette BBS (Bacon, Black Eyed Peas & Spinach)

Pasta, oh how I love thee.  But after our quality time together, I do not like it when you make me feel like I’ve eaten...

Osso Bucco–TV Dinner Edition

The Pioneer Woman. Barefoot Contessa.  Nigella Bites.  Extra Virgin.   If you know any of these TV show names, you’re like me–you may have a problem....

Tiramisu, with a (Lemon) Twist

Gelato.  Cannoli.  Biscotti.   When you think of Italian treats, where does your mind wander?  All of these sweet bites are contenders, for sure.  But I...

Snowy with a Chance of…Veal Meatballs in Chianti Sauce

When you order meatballs in a restaurant, do you feel like you need to talk with your hands?  Make a Marlon Brando, Godfather-like grimace?  Do...

Peppered Pasta with Ramps

In the Spring, local farmer’s markets are full of seasonal produce.  The tables of beautiful vegetables, fruits, fresh meats, and local items just scream for...

Antipasti Platter–The Italian Nosh

Variety!  It’s the spice of life, or so they say.  So much to see and do in this world, so little time, and many times,...