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Cauliflower Breadsticks
I’m a big cauliflower fan but I wasn’t always…I didn’t dislike it I just wasn’t…
Slow-Roasted Tomatoes
Slow-roasted tomatoes are about the closest I’m ever going to get to sun-dried. The ones…
Sausage Stuffed Mushroom Caps
There are oodles of recipes for stuffed mushrooms but most require too much cooking for…
Polenta Sticks with Mozzarella and Salami
I love simple ingredients as they tend to work symbiotically to create great flavors. Less…
Caprese Salad (insalata caprese)
Insalata caprese is a tomato and mozzarella salad from the island of Capri. This simple…
Grilled Garlicky-Herbed Shrimp
Grilled, poached, fried, battered, roasted, sautéed, steamed – you name it I’ve tried it. Shrimp…
Beet and Goat Cheese Terrine
“Cooking food and presenting it beautifully is an act of servitude. It is a way…
Pistachio Purée and Fresh Mozzarella Pizza
Tandoori Naan bread is one of my favorite go-to flatbreads. Not only is it perfect…
Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Pizza – hello wordpress!
I’ve been ‘meaning’ to switch from blogger to wordpress for ages and finally I decided…
Bresaola with Shaved Artichoke
Bresaola is one of those Italian specialty meats that’s difficult to find on a regular…