Archive for the ‘Vegetarian’ Category

Ricotta and Sun-dried Tomato and Spinach Pie

Friday, December 12th, 2008

  This is what comfort food is all about! In this pie, ricotta combines with spinach and tasty sun-dried tomatoes to create a wonderful  crowd-pleaser. Great for brunch, lunch , the holidays, or for a delectable meat-free dinner.  It's best make to make 2 together. Eat one for dinner and slice a piece for ...

Zucchini Fingers

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008

Thinking of unique appetizer that is on the healthy-side? Try using zucchini! If you are calorie conscious, bake the zucchini in a 375 degree oven for 20 mins. This dish is so versatile  that it can be an appetizer or a side dish; either way, boring zucchini never tasted this good! Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini 2 tbsp olive ...

Caprese Panini

Friday, December 5th, 2008

Ready for somthing simple, quick , delightful and elegant? Try this caprese panini. It's the traditional Insalata Caprese in delicious panini bread . Insalata Caprese means salad as it's done in Capri:  sliced fresh mozzarella  , sliced ripe plum tomatoes and fresh basil. It is seasoned with salt, and black pepper to taste and a little ...

Nonna’s Farfalle

Thursday, December 4th, 2008

Feeling like pasta with a twist? Try these whole wheat delights! A unique blend of favorite flavors,white sauce and lovely kalamata olives, just like grandma Nonna used to make it. Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat  farfalle or other pasta such as shells, rotelle or penne, cooked "al dente" 2 Tbls butter 2 Tbls sifted flour 1 cup milk 1/8 ...

How To Cook Rice

Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008

It is said that any cook should know how to execute 10 basic recipes and most other recipes will follow. Think about it, if you know your basic cooking techniques, change the ingredients and you'll be able to make thousands of combinations!  Rice is a tricky thing, it can be made risotto style, sticky ...