There’s a butter shortage in France and it threatens to change not only the way the French cook, but also the very nature of classic French cuisine. The French – and many of us in other countries – will feel the effects in a number of ways, not the least of which is a kick in the pocket book…Read More →
I tried something last night. Something I was sure would fail. But I had no choice, if I wanted Pizza. Sure I could have ordered in, but I wanted MY Pizza, the way I make it. Nothing else would slake my craving. But there was one hitch: I didn’t have a drop of Marinara Sauce in the house…Read More →
I love Lasagna and make it a number of ways, depending on whether I’m in a White Sauce/Spinach mood or an all-Meat and Cheese mood. But this recipe is a classic and features all the classic ingredients. It takes a little time and effort but it’s worth it, and you’ll get at least two meals out of it…Read More →
This all-time fave Italian staple that’s quick and easy to make with guaranteed results – when you use your Slow Cooker! This recipe may not have the fewest ingredients, but it doesn’t have any more steps than the average Slow Cooker Dish we’ve presented here.Read More →
Sticking to our Italian theme for one more recipe, I herewith present my take on Veal Piccata, another classic dish that home cooks often avoid. Sharp readers will note that it has some things in common with our Chicken Parmesan. More about that, and some swap-meet magic, later…Read More →
On the weekend, we inaugurated a new series – Classic Dishes made easy. We’ll follow up the initial offering, Pasta Primavera, with another Italian favourite, Spaghetti Bolognaise. It’s a benchmark and a standby for many when they try a new Italian restaurant – and it can be a staple for you!Read More →
Some of the most exotic-sounding and most delicious-tasting dishes we every come across are actually quick and easy to make. You just have to know how! So, I’m starting a series today revealing the secrets behind some of the world’s most famous dishes in hopes that you’ll try them…Read More →
Definitely file this one under ‘Pizza Lore’. Top Pizzaiolos (pizza chefs) from around the world got together earlier this month to bake the world’s longest Pizza. It came in at over a mile (1.6 km)! l’ll bet you want to know how they did it. So did I. But more compelling to me was why they did it…Read More →