For years I made my own pesto, a favorite summer condiment. Basil is so full of flavor and has many uses in recipes. In the past I used a lot as I could grow as much as I wanted; I always started my plants from seed too. Make a batch, top with a little olive … Continue reading
Rao’s Restaurant was founded in 1896 in East Harlem, New York when the restaurant first offered Southern Italian cuisine. Some of you may have heard of Rao’s where all the seats are reserved far in advance by its regulars in weekly, monthly or annual increments. For more information on this historical and authentic Italian restaurant … Continue reading
I love meatballs of all kinds and have a few different recipes on my blog including my favorite to serve over pasta with my marinara sauce. If you would like a spicy recipe to use as an appetizer check out David Lebovitz’s recipe. I recently looked through Chef Geoffrey Zakarian’s “My Perfect Pantry” cookbook and … Continue reading
I have been making my traditional lasagna for many years as just about everyone in my family likes it except for a few vegetarians. I always have extra sauce to serve over spaghetti for them or the younger kids so no one is ever left out. As a matter of fact it is one of … Continue reading
I am posting this recipe at the recent request from a long-time blogging friend. We were chatting about this type of sauce and she asked if I would post my recipe. I have not published this one yet so of course I will share it now and the recipe is below. This one is for you Liz… … Continue reading
Sometimes I will make a big batch of meatballs and sauce and freeze them separately. Then I can thaw as much as I need whether for 2 or 6 people. All of the kids (and adults too) enjoyed this dish as it was simple and could be eaten with or without the meatballs. See my … Continue reading