CALAMARI STEW 3 Tbs Olive Oil 1 Small Onion – chopped 4 Garlic Cloves – peeled and sliced 2 Cups White Wine 4 Cups Spaghetti Sauce – homemade or jarred 1 Pinch Oregano 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Black Pepper…
What is the history of Boxing Day? According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the custom arose because servants, who would have to wait on their masters on Christmas Day, were allowed to visit their families the next day and employers…
“And the angel said unto them, Fear not, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born, this day in the city of David, a Savior, which…
(Some dishes are so tied to tradition that it wouldn’t be the holiday without them.) 3 Tbs Olive Oil – to coat bottom of large pot 1 Large Onion – roughly chopped 1 Medium Carrot – finely chopped 1…
All throughout Italy the cities are stirring with the infectious energy that comes with the Christmas season. Italy’s Christmas traditions date back centuries, and everyone can feel the energy as distinctly as children see and feel the spirit…
` LOBSTER OR CRAB QUICHE An elegant quiche satisfyingly filled with chunks of lobster or crab. A great recipe and so well suited for a great brunch or midday meal. 1 TB BUTTER – unsalted 1 CELERY RIB –…
Eons ago when our children were young, I would make Christmas plates that we would use at Christmas time and always for Christmas morning breakfast. As the years went on the number of plates grew which worked out…
CHOCOLATE WALNUT INDIVIDUAL SOUFFLES ¾ CUP SUGAR 3 TBS COCOA POWDER – unsweetened 3 LARGE EGG YOLKS 4 LARGE EGG WHITES 1/3 CUP TOASTED WALNUTS – finely chopped POWDERED SUGAR 8 INDIVIDUAL SERVINGS Preheat oven to 400º. Butter eight…
(From My Dear Friend Francesca German in Erie, PA) 6 Egg Whites 1 Cup Flour Sifted ¾ Cup Sugar – plus extra for second baking 2 tsps Vanilla Extract 1 Cup Walnuts – whole 8 Tbs Butter – unsalted,…
This is a hectic time of the year so I thought you would like this charming little Carole to sing while sitting at home with friends or family or even while you are busy baking. It is the Italian version…