Ham and Beans

Ham and Beans This ham and beans recipe was created by my mom, and I really enjoyed it as a child. As an adult, my taste changed just a bit, so I modified her recipe to kick it up a bit. It is fabulous even though the ingredients list is quite short! This is a … Read more

Cinna-bun Cake in the Oven

That sounds delicious! If you’re baking a cinnamon bun cake in the oven, make sure to keep an eye on it as it bakes to ensure it doesn’t burn. Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 cups milk 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 cup melted … Read more

Apple Butter

Our apple butter recipe will fill your house with the aroma of cooking apples and spices. Ingredients: 6 1/2 pounds apples peeled, cored and sliced 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.

Funnel Cake

Bring the taste of the carnival into your own kitchen with my funnel cake recipe. My easy recipe can be made in just 15 minutes on the stove–no funnel or deep fryer required! Ingredients: 8 cups vegetable oil for frying 1 ½ cups milk 2 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder … Read more

Blueberry Cheesecake

Blueberry Cheesecake with homemade crust is one you will make over and over again. This recipe is a wonderful twist on a classic. The homemade crust really takes this cheesecake to a new level. The crust is made with oats and gives this recipe a wonderful flavor. This dessert is perfect for just about any … Read more

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA: A CLASSIC OF ITALIAN GRANDMOTHERS

Today I am telling you about a southern dish that everyone loves: the perfect Apulian eggplant parmigiana. It is not known exactly where this dish originated; some say in Sicily and then in Campania, but it is very popular and made all over the South. The original “Bari-style” version involves a filling of provolone, mozzarella … Read more

LIMONCELLO & RICOTTA CAKE: EASY, FAST & DELICIOUS

This Italian-inspired dessert perfectly marries the tangy zest of fresh lemons with the creamy richness of ricotta, all enhanced by the subtle aromatic notes of Limoncello. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not only a treat for the taste buds, but also a feast for the eyes. My Limoncello and Ricotta Cake recipe has … Read more

LIMONCELLO: THE RECIPE FROM THE AMALFI COAST

Limoncello is a sweet liqueur typical of Campania prepared from the zest of lemons, which are left to macerate in alcohol and then mixed with a syrup of water and sugar. The result is a deep yellow lemon liqueur, with an alcohol content ranging from 20 to 32 percent vol. Excellent as a digestif at … Read more

LIMONCELLO TIRAMISU: Taste the Amalfi Coast!

This exquisite dessert combines the creamy, indulgent texture of traditional tiramisu with the vibrant, citrusy notes of limoncello, Italy’s beloved lemon liqueur. Each bite is a symphony of flavors that will transport you to Italy’s enchanting coastal towns where lemons grow in abundance. It is a dessert that is not only pleasing to the palate … Read more

PASTINA SOUP: THE ULTIMATE COMFORT FOOD

There is something incredibly comforting about a pastina soup. This traditional Italian dish, often served as a first course or as a soothing meal for the sick, is a testament to the beauty of simplicity in cooking. Pastina, meaning “little pasta,” is the star of this dish, swimming in a flavorful broth and often accompanied … Read more