A ‘sweet potato’ kinda morning this week at WCNC-TV Charlotte with Colleen Odegaard and Eugene Robinson as we talked, demonstrated and shared in one of my family’s favorite traditional Thanksgiving sides, “Candied Yams”. The recipe is taken from my book, MaMa Mia Cucina and is a staple on our Thanksgiving table. This recipe itself is […]
Read MoreFirst Day of Autumn Apple Cake Recipe – WCNC TV Charlotte Today
A glorious day! As I walked into the studios of WCNC-TV and greeted with hugs by Colleen Odegaard and the wonderful staff, I said, “What a great day! The sun is shining, it’s the first day of Autumn, our Pope landed in the US (I Love this Pope!), and I’m here making my favorite Apple Cake.” Does […]
Read MoreLabor Day Berry Pie at WBTV Studios, Charlotte
Happy Labor Day! Berry Pie with a Whole Wheat Vodka Pastry Crust Yes, that’s right, whole wheat Vodka pastry crust! And, they loved and ate every last bite at the WBTV Charlotte studios on Labor Day this morning. My thanks to anchors Christine Sperow and John Carter! The BEST part of my cooking, whether for family, […]
Read MoreRoasted Red Peppers Cooking Segment @WCNCTV on Charlotte Today!
One of my favorite sandwiches – Roasted Red Peppers on an Italian Roll with Provolone Cheese – YUM – Delish! Once again, on Tuesday, July 14, 2015, I had the great opportunity to join my friends @WCNC-TV on Charlotte Today to demonstrate just that – “How-To Roast Red Peppers” and then… serve up several dishes […]
Read MoreFrench Toast Recipe
Here we are, mid-February, 2015, as the northeast braces, for yet, another snow storm. It fascinates me, as to why, with the threat of snow, people run to the grocery stores buying all of the milk, eggs and bread off of the shelves?! Are they ALL making French Toast??? Well… just in case you lose power, […]
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