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Blackberry Tart

February 6, 2008

torta di mora/blackberry tart Have you joined the mini-pie revolution? No? What are you waiting for? Still new among monthly events, this revolution is bound to stir up some delicious unrest. The sophomore theme? Tarts! Oh…how I enjoy making a good tart. So…it was on! I went simple. Why? Well, I wanted something sweet, but […]

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Its Time to Make the (Italian) Donuts

February 5, 2008

ciambellina/donut Helen and Peabody are hosting an event dedicated to doughnuts – Time To Make The Doughnuts. The round up will be on on February 15th, so make sure you send in your entries by February 12th. I am coming to the event with Italian Donuts. Somewhat simliar to Zeppole (depending on what family recipe […]

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Tomorrow is World Nutella Day!

February 4, 2008

torta al formaggio/cheesecake Tuesday is World Nutella Day! Sara from Ms. Adventures in Italy and Michelle from Bleeding Espresso are hosting another year of delicious tributes to the chocolaty hazelnut heaven. World Nutella Day crept up on me this year. But, I managed to get something in….at the very last minute. Last year, I participated […]

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Chicken Fingers with Avocado Dipping Sauce

February 3, 2008

Pollo/Chicken Who are you vying for today? The Patriots or the Giants? Well….whichever team with whom you’re stepping in as Armchair Quarterback, I am sure the parties will be hopping and the food tasty. (Click here for an Armchair Quarterback quiz) Who am I cheering for? That’s a tricky question to answer. I grew up […]

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Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam, Fontina, and Arugula

February 2, 2008

auspicabile/desirable I have been on a bit of a grilled cheese kick lately. There was the Kicked Up Grilled Cheese and the Mozzarella and Arugula Pesto Panini, both totally deeeeelish! Then, while I was in my dentist office (my home away from home) reading the new Gourmet, I saw another sandwich that was a must […]

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A Trip to Blueberry Valley Anyone?

February 1, 2008

I admit…I loved Strawberry Shortcake when I was a wee one. I really, really did! Not talking much about my admiration for my redheaded twin – the doll version – you can imagine my excitement when I read Anita‘s post that mentioned Strawberry Shortcake , along with the many comments of fellow Shortcake admirers. Its […]

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Soup and Sandwich Dinner

January 31, 2008

Mmmmm…comfort food. I think casserole, I think frittata, I think pasta/rice, I think soup, I think sandwich. Monday night’s grilled cheese sparked a hankering for sandwiches. That yearning was fueled even further by the chill in the air. You know, that chill that waves on a need for soup. The two cravings, coupled with a […]

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Kicked Up Grilled Cheese

January 30, 2008

panino con formaggio alla griglia/grilled cheese sandwich I love grilled cheese! I love it so that, although I am not a fast food fan, I must admit Steak and Shake has a killer grilled cheese sandwich on their kids meal menu. Grilled Cheese Sandwiches also make me miss the times I cooked in a dive […]

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Kitchen of Love

January 29, 2008

cucina d’amore/kitchen of love As February quickly draws near, so does Valentine’s Day. While commercialism causes the adverse effect for many, Valentine’s Day remains a day for love, etching a small moment for adornment and thoughtfulness into our busy lives. And so, I have decided to host an event that celebrates Valentine’s Day and many […]

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Daring Bakers Challenge #15: Lemon Meringue

January 28, 2008

torta di limone/lemon pie I was excited and nervous all at the same time when I read that challenge this month was Lemon Meringue Pie. Even though I always loved my mom’s pie, I have never made one of my own. And, I am not too impressive when it comes to prebaked anything. I see […]