The dilemma: What do to with a flat of over-ripe pears. The solution: Ginger-Spice Pear Crisp – a little jewel that tastes like Fall and solves a dilemma. Continue reading Ginger-Spice Pear Crisp
Category: Holidays
Pan-Seared Steak with Sake Sauce
No grill required. Pan-Seared Steak with Sake Sauce utilizes two of the most basic kitchen tools to create a special celebratory dinner at home – a taste of teppanyaki in your own kitchen, a little jewel. Continue reading Pan-Seared Steak with Sake Sauce
Stuffed Tomatoes with Basil Sauce
Mother’s Day – Italian Style. Stuffed Tomatoes with Basil Sauce make a warming addition to an easy-going luncheon with a sampling of small plates – casual dining with Mom. La Dolce Vita. Continue reading Stuffed Tomatoes with Basil Sauce
Fresh Ricotta-style Cheese
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
Triple Whiskey Glazed Corned Beef & Cabbage
It’s almost time to get your Irish on! Count on Triple Whiskey Glazed Corned Beef & Cabbage to start things off–a little gem of a family favorite. Continue reading Triple Whiskey Glazed Corned Beef & Cabbage
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