Ingredients: 2 lg eggplants, sliced into 1/4 inch discs Marinara sauce 1 lb Fresh mozzarella, sliced or shredded 1 lb Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese/Parmesan cheese, shredded 2-3 cups Italian Breadcrumbs, I prefer Progresso 2 lg eggs, beaten Directions: Prepare your marinara sauce. Rinse and slice eggplant into 1/4 inch slices, salt and pepper each slice and lay…
I love this time of year and nothing is better on these warm summer days than a beautiful light salad to go with your family get-togethers. This salad is fantastic to make for your 4th of July parties because of the vibrant red, white and blue colors, and makes a great side for any summertime…
While in Seattle Washington and shopping at one of my favorite places on earth, Pikes Place Market, I decided to purchase some of their beautiful berries to make a cobbler. This is a wonderful dish to make for your Fourth of July parties or any family get together. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and…
These delicious tacos will put a new twist on your summer barbecues. The combination of a grilled steak or chicken taco combined with the beautiful vegetables of portobello fajitas make this dish a must have for any outdoor fiesta! Ingredients: 4 lb Tri Tip Roast/Triangle Steak, well marbled and trimmed 4-5 Lg Chicken Breasts 3…
This was Uncle Hank’s favorite dish, hands down. He served it in his restaurant in Marina Del Rey, California, and would often bring it home for dinner. It was one of the first recipes he taught me from the old country when I was 25 years old and has always been a hit in our…
I love to make this salad while the berries are in season. It has always been a family favorite and is a beautiful salad to bring to holiday parties and events. Because of the Red White & Blue coloring it can be the perfect addition to your 4th of July barbecues. Ingredients: 11-12 oz Baby…
Ingredients: 16 oz uncooked split peas, rinse well 2 Hot Italian Sausages 8 cups chicken broth 8 Sprigs Fresh Thyme (leaves will fall off as they cook, stems will be removed later) 1-2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tsp Tbs White Wine Vinegar 2 Tbs Fresh Garlic, minced 2 tsp Turmeric 1/4 tsp Ginger…
Ingredients: 8 cups chicken broth 16 oz raw lentils, rinsed well 4 lg Roma tomatoes, chopped 2 cups sweet onion, chopped 2 cups portabella mushrooms, chopped 3 slices thick cut bacon, chopped 1/2 cup dry red wine 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 1 Tbs fresh thyme (leaves only) 2-3 Tbs garlic, chopped 1 cup carrots,…
This salad is a great side dish or can be a meal in itself. It’s full of antioxidants and makes for wonderful food prep on the go. Every time I prepare it for a party or event I get multiple requests for the recipe. I hope you enjoy it as well. Ingredients: 10 oz kale,…
Simple, elegant and delicious, this dish makes a beautiful side to any main and is a perfect addition to an elegant dinner party or an outdoor barbecue with friends and family. Ingredients: 1 lg bunch asparagus Juice of one lemon (1-2 tablespoons lemon juice) 2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup feta cheese or…
Wings are and always will be a family favorite in my home. It doesn’t matter what time of year, sporting events, backyard barbecues, beach parties or picnics in the park everybody loves wings! Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken wings (drumettes) 2 tbs olive oil 3 tbs garlic, minced Sea salt & fresh ground pepper to taste…
In my home Super Bowl Football means family, friends and delicious appetizers. These jalapeno poppers made with prosciutto and goat cheese add a delicious new twist to the traditional popper, and because they’re baked instead of fried, you and your guests can enjoy guilt free! Ingredients: 12 lg jalapeños 16 oz whipped cream cheese 5…