While the weather may not be cooperating - it IS Spring! And the very beginnings of beautiful veggies are coming to the market. This risotto is a great way to start bringing some freshness back into your cooking after winter. Topped with a poached egg, it's a great meal! Enjoy!
Read MoreWe always celebrate the arrival of Spring and especially Easter with this delicious Northern Italian dish, passed on to me from my great-grandmother. The green spinach is meant to represent the new life and new beginnings that spring offers all of us. We use this dish as a "primo piatto" or "first dish" during our Easter celebration but it's a great starter, side or main throughout this wonderful season.
Read MoreMy best friend since the day I was born (literally) is Jewish, and I have always celebrated Hanukkah with her and her family. While the gelt (chocolate coins) was my favorite part growing up, latkes are my favorite tradition as an adult! My mom used to use leftover mashed potatoes to make pancakes when I was a kid, and over time, I learned how to make them with raw potato as well, I hope you enjoy both versions here.
Read MoreLike most Italian families, we have family that isn't necessarily blood. But they are family none-the-less! This recipe comes from one of my mother's dear friend's Debbie who is always at the table with us for Thanksgiving! I could eat these every day. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
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