How many times have we opened the refrigerator door, looked inside and said, ‘there is nothing to eat’. It’s like looking in our closets and saying, ‘there is nothing to wear’. We are so very fortunate to live in a country that is full of abundance (even if we think there is nothing to eat […]
Read MoreSummer’s Creamy Green Shake
It’s here! The summer season has arrived, and a time to lighten up. Summer food is meant to be lighter, as produce is at its peak in freshness and flavor. Can you smell the outdoor grills? Outdoor activity kicks up and we want to feel lighter and healthier. A great way to begin is to […]
Read MorePasta Fajoli – A Favorite Soup Recipe “MaMa Mia Cucina”
Soups: Warm and comforting, nutritious, filling, can feel a large crowd, economical and easy to prepare. Throughout the month of February in my cooking classes, book signing events, and corporate cooking demonstration events, my grandmother’s recipe for ‘Pasta Fajoli’ received rave reviews. So much so, that I thought I would post it for those who […]
Read MoreThe 3rd Day of Christmas
On the third day of Christmas… Thinking up some appetizers for New Year’s Eve? Try our Spinach Balls. We served them on Christmas Eve, and switched them up for our gluten-free friends. The recipe is taken from “MaMa Mia Cucina”, substituting bread for gluten-free bread. A healthier fat may also be substituted, such as Earth […]
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