Author: Linda

Pork Ragu with Fettuccine

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Pork Ragu with Fettuccine

So, a while ago I came across a recipe for a Wild Boar Ragu that I’ve been wanting to try…and I ALMOST did…but I chickened out! I looked online for wild boar meat and after reading up on it decided that although I would probably love it, I don’t think my boys would be willing to try it as it’s very gamey…so as an alternative I decided to use boneless pork shoulder in this ragu. After simmering for a few hours it became very tender and was delicious served over fettuccine…next time I visit Eataly in NYC I’m going to pick up some pappardelle and save it for when I make it again…This ragu deserves a nice thick noodle that can soak up all that scrumptious sauce…I told ya before – WE LOVE PASTA!   Continue reading →

Flourless Chocolate Cake with Mascarpone Icing

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Flourless Chocolate Cake with Mascarpone Icing

A few months ago we were invited to a wine & cheese party at a friend’s house. Everyone was to bring a wine and appetizer or dessert from a certain country or region. My husband and I chose the Lombardia/Piedmont regions in Northern Italy. We brought along some fabulous Nebbiolo, from the Piedmont region, which borders the Lombardia region on the west. And since I knew that Mascarpone cheese was made in the Lombardia region I wanted to find a dessert that complimented the wine. After searching for a while I found a chocolate cake that used mascarpone in its icing. The cake was flourless, and I had never made a flourless cake before, but I decided to give it a try. Boy am I glad I did…it was absolutely delightful!

When I made the cake back in February my boys could only take a peek – no bites for them! So last night I made it again so they could taste it too…they loved it…and so will you!   Continue reading →

Prosciutto & Boursin Cheese-Stuffed Chicken and Roasted Root Vegetables

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Hello Wednesday! I really don’t feel like going to the supermarket…so, what can I pull out of the fridge to make a quick meal? Well, I’ve got some leftover Prosciutto from the other day’s Asparagus wrapped with Prosciutto and some frozen boneless chicken breasts and some root vegetables that need to be used up… What could I use that for? Hmmm..how about stuffing the chicken? And adding some Boursin that wasn’t opened on Sunday…and roasting those veggies until they’re tender and caramelized? Sounds good to me!!   Continue reading →

Seasoned BBQ Chicken & Feta-Cranberry-Walnut Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

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There are a million and one ways to cook chicken…I think there are more chicken recipes than any other recipe! I try to serve it at least once or twice a week; chicken breasts one night and dark meat another. And since there are so many ways to cook it we don’t have to have the same chicken over and over again. But some recipes stick with you more than others. Like this one! Chicken thighs and drumsticks seasoned, roasted then slathered with bbq sauce. Moist & juicy! Who doesn’t like that? Served with a fabulous salad made with mixed greens, dried cranberries, feta & caramelized walnuts topped with an incredible Balsamic Vinaigrette…Let me know if you like them too! Enjoy!
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Tres Leches Cake

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Tres Leches Cake is the most delicious cake in the world…I’m not kidding…it’s just the perfect balance of sweet and moist and yummy! Whenever I ask the family what dessert to make this is inevitably one of the top five. Today is Easter Sunday and I decided that this would be the perfect opportunity to share this fabulous cake with everyone…Enjoy! Continue reading →

Roasted Beef Tenderloin, Garlic-Buttered Mashed Potatoes & Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles

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HAPPY EASTER!!

Hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful Easter Sunday! Sun and a light breeze fill the skies…a perfect day for celebrating Jesus’ Resurrection with family and friends…At our home we celebrated with a simple but delicious meal of Roasted Beef Tenderloin, Garlic-Buttered Mashed Potatoes and Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles. We followed the meal with an incredible dessert – Tres Leches Cake (another post). Many blessings to all…Enjoy! Continue reading →