When fresh traditional ricotta disappeared from local Italian markets, it was time to consider making my own ricotta, well sort of… This basic, simple ricotta-style cheese recipe makes a wonderful alternative to store bought–lovely for a sweet treat or part of your favorite lasagna–fresh ricotta a favorite little kitchen gem. Continue reading Fresh Ricotta-style Cheese
Category: Italian
Baked Ziti with Sausage
It’s Spring Break time for kids of all ages, and that includes me. But I thought I would share another image from my Family & Friends Cookbook, No. 10 – Baked Ziti with Sausage – the secret is in the spices. Continue reading Baked Ziti with Sausage
From the Garden
Ah, Spring–a creamy risotto that combines the freshest, beautiful spring garden finds, just a little taste of what I am cooking up in Bijouxs Little Jewel Recipe Collection No. 2, From the Garden. I just can’t wait for Spring!
Fettuccine with Tuna, Olives, and Capers
Comfort food, Italian style. Fettuccine with Tuna, Olives, and Capers is an easy, weeknight fix that’s a lighter, fresher take on traditional tuna noodle casserole. Sharing another recipe from the Little Jewels Collection. Continue reading Fettuccine with Tuna, Olives, and Capers
Fig & Lemon Tart
Embrace rustic simplicity, along with a little everyday kitchen beauty, Italian style. Easy, summer fresh Fig & Lemon Tart, it’s what’s on the menu in the Bijouxs kitchen, another little jewel from the collection. Continue reading Fig & Lemon Tart









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