I'm rather picky when it comes to Italian food. I blame my trip to Florence for spoiling Americanized Italian food for me forever. Luckily, there are a few recipes that measure up to my expectations and one of them is this delightful Eggplant Parmesan from the Food Network with a few modifications. Ingredients: eggplant, peeled … Continue reading Robert Irvine’s Eggplant Parmesan
Butternut Squash and Fried Sage Pasta
If you told me 10 years ago, I'd be eating squash, I would never believe you. But I am! And I'm loving it! I had no idea these fall vegetables could taste so lovely! I'm always looking for new recipes and when a friend recommended this Self Magazine butternut squash recipe, I jumped at the … Continue reading Butternut Squash and Fried Sage Pasta
Ratatouille from Ratatouille
Also known as Confit Byaldi. I loved Ratatouille. Partially because I love Paris, French cuisine and of course Disney. The tagline from the movie, "anyone can cook!" always makes me smile. I was thrilled when J found that the New York Times published this recipe. I've had to modify it because spending three to four … Continue reading Ratatouille from Ratatouille
Chicken and Zucchini Bow Tie Pasta
The zucchini at the Farmer's Market is HUGE. So much that we needed a dish where this was the main component. Luckily, we found this Rachel Ray dish from her 365 No Repeats. With a few modifications, it was super easy to make, filling and a nice end of summer dish. Ingredients: 1 pound bow-tie … Continue reading Chicken and Zucchini Bow Tie Pasta