Fresh Cherry Relish and Goat Cheese Crostini

It’s been a sticky, hot Memorial Day weekend.  Summer officially arrives on the 20th of June but it already feels as though it’s here.   Warmer weather equals relaxed cooking – less time in the kitchen (hopefully) and more time devoted to being outdoors.  This appetizer is super easy to throw together and the flavors will…

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Ricotta Dumplings with Tomato Sauce

After making my first ever batch of homemade ricotta – the results were exceedingly good – I decided to make ricotta dumplings.  Back in January I made ricotta gnocchi and liked the results so I was intrigued to see how these dumplings would turn out.  When I read the ingredients, I thought how could three-quarters…

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Roasted Tomato Crostini with Homemade Ricotta

I don’t know what’s prompted this or maybe it’s just because I haven’t been aware of it but it would appear there’s a homemade cheese revival happening.  Recently I stumbled across a company by the name of Urban Cheesecraft where they sell cheese making kits which can be found online and in some grocery and…

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Stuffed Chicken Pockets with Red Pesto and Ricotta

This dish screams flavor and it’s so easy to make.  Making the pocket in the chicken breast isn’t hard and I’ve attached a link here for those who would like to see a demonstration. When purchasing chicken breasts, look for ones that have a solid, plump and round shape.  The color of the chicken’s skin,…

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Butternut Squash, Ricotta, and Sage Crostini

The movers unpacked us in one day and while they try their best to place items in the right rooms (guided by me and my husband) things do get misplaced.  While they were unpacking, I couldn’t help but notice my cookbooks being scattered throughout the house but couldn’t really focus on that at the time…

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