Recipes

Leek and Pancetta Italian Tart Leeks are a member of the onion and garlic family and in fact, they resemble

Pasta with Pancetta, Peas and Garlic Scapes What are garlic scapes? Garlic scapes are the tender stem and flower bud

Homemade Blueberry Sauce Juicy blueberries bring their natural sweetness to this quick and easy blueberry sauce topping. This makes for

Corn and Tomato Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Garlic Scape Butter Garlic scapes are the tops of the garlic plant and can sometimes be found at farmers’ markets

Tuscan Lemonade This refreshing version of lemonade draws its inspiration from the idyllic notion of Tuscan afternoons amongst the olive

Italian Grilled Corn It’s grilling time!  Corn grilled on the bbq is always a good side dish.  Although grilled corn on

Shrimp-Stuffed Squash Blossoms: This recipe was inspired by a dish I had at Ristorante Romano, a seafood restaurant in Viareggio,

Roasted Green Beans with Shallots