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Ricotta-Stuffed Shells

Ricotta-Stuffed Shells

I’ll admit, my original inspiration for this recipe came from the back of a Barilla pasta box, but having made it frequently over the years, I’ve made a couple of slight modifications and love to serve this for dinner parties. It’s easy to mix up and...
Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo Bars

The original recipe calls for custard powder. If you are not able to find it, you can substitute instant vanilla pudding mix. You might want to score the top of the bars before the chocolate completely hardens to facilitate cutting them evenly without breaking the top...
Spring Vegetable Panzanella

Spring Vegetable Panzanella

Looking for a hearty green salad, but not this one? Consider these: Delicata Squash Salad Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad Spring Vegetable Panzanella This has been adapted from a recipe in the Food52 Mighty Salads cookbook. Salad¼ cup olive oil, extra virgin3-4 cups...
Sicilian Orange Salad

Sicilian Orange Salad

We found this recipe in a book for vegan mediterranean recipes and loved it immediately! My nephew is Sicilian, but I haven’t tried it out with him yet, so I don’t know how authentic it is although it’s so delicious, it doesn’t matter. Looking...
Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad

This classic Italian appetizer is improved by using the freshest ingredients possible. If you have your own basil plant, pick the leaves in the morning before the sun dries them out too much. Use garden fresh tomatoes too, if possible, and the best quality olive oil....