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Chicken with Porcini Mushrooms
This was a quick weeknight recipe that I created to use what little was left in the pantry. It’s a little Italian like a chicken cacciatore, a little French with the vermouth and cream, definitely...
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The Ultimate Beef Stew
I don’t talk up my own food very often, but I have to say that this stew was really killer. You can call it beef stew or beef bourgignon or brasato al chianti, but it’s all very similar. The meat was...
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Shrimp alla Buzara
I got the idea for this one from a Lidia Bastianich Feast of the Seven Fishes, and it’s delicious. It was a little unclear if the breadcrumbs are meant to be sprinkled on top or if they are supposed...
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Shrimp Bisque
While this soup is not necessarily Italian, I think it works very well with all the other flavors. You could substitute marsala or another sweet Italian dessert wine and it would be maybe a little...
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Linguine Bolognese
I’m not a big fan of going out for Valentine’s Day because restaurants typically overcharge and it feels a little forced. Plus, my favorite evenings are ones spent at home over a delicious meal– why...
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Lamb Burgers
My burgers are always a big hit and I keep my dad’s secret guarded very closely. I’m not sure if I will post that recipe at some point, but for now, it’s a secret. Sorry! For now, you’ll have to try...
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Eggplant Caponata
Caponata is an Italian eggplant dip that I love for parties. It’s more healthy than most of my party appetizers and it’s vegetarian, so everyone likes it. This version has some Sicilian flavors (where...
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Weeknight Veal Ragu
I love a good bolognese, but sometimes I just don’t have time on a weeknight to invest in making it. That’s where this kind of pasta sauce comes in. It cooks in the time it takes to boil a big pot of...
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Crab and Corn Chowder
I love soup in general, but this is definitely one of my favorites. It combines the delicate crab flavor with sweet corn and little spice from some paprika to make a quick and easy lunch or appetizer....
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Clams in Spicy Brodetto with Garlic Bread
This broth (or brodetto in Italian cuisine) is so amazing, you will want to soak up every drop or at least save it for later. (It’s great to flavor stews, risottos, soups, just about anything.) It may...
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Turkey Lettuce Wraps
In keeping with the healthy New Year’s theme, I’ve been inspired to make lettuce wraps. You basically use a leaf of lettuce to wrap a filling. It’s a pretty versatile idea, easily adaptable to mexican...
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