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MAGIC, PAGANISM AND WITCHES

Magia in Italy!   Years before Christianity and later Catholicism took hold, many parts of Italy were infected with witches, paganism and, of course, magic. But even with all the rituals and teachings of the Catholic church, many of…

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ONION AND PORK PASTA

Pasta di Cipolli e Maiale Such a simple sauce but so full of flavor. Onions are an indispensable part of Italian recipes. The humble onion saved many recipes from grim ennui! 1 ½ LBS PORK LOIN SIRLOIN 2 TSP…

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NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

This is the quintessential clam chowder served at the Union Oyster House onUnion Street in Boston. The recipe comes out directly from the Union Oyster Cookbook. ¼ CUP DICED SALT PORK 2 TBS BUTTER ½ CUP DICED ONION ½ CUP DICED…

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LITTLE MEAT PIES

Piccoli Pasticci di Carne 1 LB PIZZA DOUGH – from the Market* 2 TSP OLIVE OIL – plus extra if needed 1 ONION – finely chopped 2 GARLIC CLOVES – minced ¾ LB GROUND PORK* 1 CAN (14 OZ)…

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LEMON PASTA with CRAB and CHILE

  ½ LB LINGUINE ½ LB CRAB MEAT 4 TBS EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 1 CHILI – SEEDED AND CHOPPPED 2 CLOVES GARLIC – sliced JUICE and ZEST OF 1 LARGE LEMON ¼ CUP FRESH BASIL LEAVES – shredded…

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A NO-KNEAD BRIOCHE RECIPE

Sometimes on a cold day baking bread feels like the perfect thing to do. It seems like a long process the first time, but the end result will make you very proud of yourself and delighted with the result. When…

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PUMPKIN BANANA BREAD

  WHAT EXACTLY IS A PUMPKIN? One of the most adored fall foods in America is the pumpkin, especially for its versatility not only as a food but as a decoration, a symbol and an introduction to the season. Pumpkins…

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STUFFED VEAL ROAST

When veal was much more affordable, in my growing up years this was often company dinner. My Dad would be the cook for holiday or company dinners. We had a very tiny kitchen, small stove with 4 gas burners…

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SAGE AND WALNUT TAGLIATELLE

The most simple of ingredients can make the most delicious meals.   1 LB TAGLIATELLE – dried not fresh 1 ½ STICKS BUTTER (12 tbs) – unsalted 18-20 FRESH SAGE LEAVES – chopped SEA SALT 2/3 CUP WALNUTS –…

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CARROT ASIAGO BREAD and MEDITERRANEAN STEW

When the leaves are turning beautiful colors of red and gold and the temperature is starting to cool down nothing is more comforting than a loaf of bread baking in your oven.  And your kitchen will smell heavenly. Today is…