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Stracciatella (Italian Egg Drop Soup)

Stracciatella (Italian Egg Drop Soup)

When I was a teenager, this was one of the first soups I ever made. It’s so easy and since I’m a soup lover, this is comfort food for me. I wasn’t feeling well last week, so I made this for myself. It reminded me […]

Pomegranate Granita – Made With POM Wonderful Pomegranate Juice

Pomegranate Granita – Made With POM Wonderful Pomegranate Juice

POM Wonderful pomegranate juice is something that I always have in my refrigerator. I usually drink it with a splash of club soda or water. One day I had the idea to turn it into a refreshing dessert.  Since it’s a new year and the […]

Pasta and Broccoli – Pasta con Broccoli, An Italian Staple Dish

Pasta and Broccoli – Pasta con Broccoli, An Italian Staple Dish

Pasta and broccoli is a delicious vegetarian dish that reminds me of being a kid. My mom was a busy workingwoman like most of us today, so this was a simple meal she could whip up after a day at work. I love the rich […]

Sugar’s Pink Heart Cinnamon Crescent Rolls – A Valentine’s Day Treat to Fall in Love With

Sugar’s Pink Heart Cinnamon Crescent Rolls – A Valentine’s Day Treat to Fall in Love With

Pillsbury Grands Flaky Supreme CINNABON Cinnamon Rolls make this Valentines’ treat so easy and delicious. I like to use the Grands because it makes 5 great big cinnamon heart buns. I also like the cream cheese icing that comes with the CINNABON rolls. If you […]

Best Tasting Chocolate Protein Shake Ever – Gaspari MyoFusion Milk Chocolate

Best Tasting Chocolate Protein Shake Ever – Gaspari MyoFusion Milk Chocolate

I’ve been drinking one or two protein shakes a day and for years now I have only been able to drink vanilla because the flavor of all the chocolate protein I have tried has been horrible and hard on my stomach.  This all changed when I […]

Chicken Cacciatore (Pollo alla Cacciatora) – A Traditional Italian Recipe

Chicken Cacciatore (Pollo alla Cacciatora) – A Traditional Italian Recipe

Chicken Cacciatore is one of my all time favorite Italian dishes. I love the rich flavor of the sauce served over rice. I also like this dish because it is so versatile. See my cook’s notes for all of the various ways to shake up […]

Baked Salmon with Cucumber Salad

Baked Salmon with Cucumber Salad

Baked Salmon is a simple, healthy dish and so easy to prepare in just minutes.   I love pairing it with this cucumber salad because it gives this dish a great crunch and texture.   We eat a lot of fish in my house and […]

Roasted Eggplant with Chickpeas and Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted Eggplant with Chickpeas and Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted eggplant and chickpeas taste so great together.  It can be served as a side dish or over rice or pasta as a main dish. It’s a great vegetarian recipe that also makes for a wonderful appetizer over crusty bread. See my “Cook’s Notes” below […]