Monthly Archives: January 2011
Fettucine with Chicken
With the leftover chicken from my broth (see my last post), I decided to make a tomato sauce to put over pasta. Although any tomato sauce will work, this particular sauce is a technique I developed last winter. In the past … Continue reading
Risotto with Chicken and Peas
Risotto with Chicken and Peas Maybe because there’s snow on the ground and more coming, the aroma of simmering chicken broth seems very inviting. This is really to show you that making your own chicken broth is very practical–it provides … Continue reading
Lamb Meatloaf with White Beans and Sage + Swiss Chard
I’m not a huge red meat eater and beef is always the last thing I’ll order or make, however, I do love lamb. It’s more interesting than beef, slightly gamey and has a nice rich texture. My favorite way to enjoy lamb … Continue reading
Spinach and Feta Frittata
Left over from the New Year’s Eve dinner, I had some sauteed spinach and feta and decided to make a frittata for brunch the following day. I also had some leftover watercress, so I made a salad, same as the night before, … Continue reading
New Year’s Eve Dinner
NEW YEARS EVE DINNER Menu Salad of Watercress, Green Olive, Feta and Grapes Braised Shoulder of Veal Sauteed Wild Mushrooms Sauteed Spinach Pappardelle with Parmiggiano and Butter I was introduced to this dish by my eighty-nine year-old neighbor, Beppi, who … Continue reading
Why this blog?
This site is for those who love to cook and want Italian-inspired ideas for daily meals. My inspiration is drawn from a variety of sources. . .I was raised by a Southern Italian mother who kept her childhood traditions alive … Continue reading
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