So many of us are looking for fresh, new ideas for weeknight meals. Let’s face it, we all get stuck in a dinner rut from time to time, and it certainly can be a challenge to make one meal that everyone will eat — even […]

As a kid, I remember the best part about having a bowl of soup was throwing in a handful of those little oyster crackers or breaking up saltine crackers and floating them on top. Now, as an adult, sometimes you just want a little something […]

During the bitter cold days of winter, there’s nothing more warming than a bowl of homemade soup. I always keep my pantry stocked with a few staples so that a big pot of soup is only minutes away. For example, canned beans, like cannellini, are […]

Can you believe it’s 2019? Where does the time go? I’ve been thinking about my blog posts for the month of January and what my first post of the year would be. If you asked me a month ago, I’d never believe you if you […]

My grandmother baked all year long; for family, friends, neighbors, just because she loved doing it and bringing people enjoyment through her baked goods. This coffee cake, which she usually made with chopped walnuts swirled into the cinnamon sugar in the center and on the […]

My grandmother was an incredible baker; her kitchen was always bustling with the aroma of something freshly baked. Whether sweet or savory, she cranked out an amazing display of holiday favorites that everyone in our family enjoyed. Every year at Christmas, she made about a […]

Everyone loves a good antipasto spread; the meats, cheeses, olives and vegetables are an Italian appetizer staple, or antipasti, as we call it. And, since most of the ingredients to make antipasto are naturally gluten free, it’s an easy and delicious way to satisfy all of […]

Tis’ the season for holiday parties and food galore. If you’re on a gluten free diet (due to celiac disease like I am), it can be challenging to partake in the food festivities when all you have on the brain is “Can I eat that?” […]

The holiday season is upon us, and that means quite a bit of overindulgence. The days are much shorter now, and it’s cold outside.  I think human nature naturally pushes us towards heartier, richer, comforting dishes. You know, the kind that warm your belly from […]

Rice balls, or arancini di riso, are such a versatile dish, especially during the holiday season. Serve them on your hot buffet spread as a side dish or as an appetizer at a cocktail party or sit-down dinner. I prefer to make them on the […]