Arancini Our Way – – leftover risotto (chilled overnight), mozzarella cheese (1/2" square pieces), flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), egg (beaten), breadcrumbs (ground super fine), vegetable oil (about 2" in the bottom of a heavy pot), marinara sauce (jarred or homemade), Parmesan cheese, parsley (chopped for garnish), Divide and roll the chilled leftover risotto…
Ingredient: Parmesan cheese
Creamy Artichoke Dip
Creamy Artichoke Dip – – artichoke hearts, mayonnaise (Best Foods preferred), sour cream, Parmesan cheese (grated (order it online or substitute cheddar)), cream cheese (8 oz., whipped preferred), salt and pepper (to taste), paprika (topping for color), Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.; Drain and chop artichokes to small, bite-sized chunks.; In a medium mixing…
Ragu Lasagna with Spinach Ricotta
Santa Barbara, California We made a cozy little motel on Bath Street our home away from home in Santa Barbara. We checked in, parked the car safely in front of our room and set out to discover Santa Barbara on foot, bike, Surrey cycle and city shuttle. “Park and Go” is our relaxing way to…
Mushrooms Inside & Out Pasta
Amsterdam, Netherlands The canals of Amsterdam captured our favor immediately. They are shimmering corridors inter-woven into this Northern European city. Our three-night stay began with a walk along the Herengracht, one of the most beautiful canals in Amsterdam. It took us from our hotel to the city center. Sixteenth and 17th century architecture lines the…
Bolognase
Mise En Place! This recipe may seem complex, but prepping all the ingredients in advance will streamline the process. You will create a sauce with a deep layers of flavors. Your dinner guests will rave about the meal! Bolognase – This dish is a labor of love. Prepare all of the ingredients in advance. (see…
Hatch Chile Twice Baked Potatoes
Hatch Chile Twice Baked Potatoes – – potatoes (russet ), butter, cream cheese, sour cream, Hatch Chile (roasted, skin and seeds removed, minced), salt and black pepper (to taste), Parmesan cheese, Wash the potatoes and bake at 350 degrees F for about an hour until done. Remove from the oven and let cool.; Cut the…
Grilled Corn with Hatch Chile Aioli
Grilled Corn with Hatch Chile Aioli – – Grilled Corn: corn (fresh on the cob), water (in a large bowl ), salt, Hatch Chile Aioli (see recipe below), Hatch Chile (roasted, skins and seeds removed, diced), cilantro (stems removed and chopped), Parmesan cheese (or Cotija cheese), red chile powder, Hatch Chile Aioli: mayonnaise, garlic…
Izzy Knows Best Scalloped Potatoes
Izzy Knows Best Scalloped Potatoes – – potato (Yukon Gold, peeled and sliced very thin), garlic (paper skin removed and smashed), salt (to taste), heavy cream, cheese (double cream gouda ), Parmesan cheese, Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and garlic and simmer until…
Beef Braciole
Stuffed Beef Braciole – – Stuffing: egg (beaten), garlic powder, Parmesan cheese (grated), parsley (finely chopped), breadcrumbs, salt and pepper (to taste), Braciole Rolls and Italian Sausage: beef (round steak, thinly sliced), stuffing (see recipe above), olive oil, salt and pepper (to taste), Sunday Sauce (see recipe index), Place eggs in a mixing bowl and…
Italian Meatballs
Italian Meatballs – – olive oil, onion (minced and crushed), breadcrumbs, milk, egg (beaten), oregano, parsley (dried ), thyme, Parmesan cheese, beef (ground), cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt and pepper (each, to taste), Heat the olive oil in a skillet and cook the diced onion for several minutes until tender and translucent. Cool. Soak the…