Herb Focaccia and Tiramisu – Tastes of Tuscany

No proper Italian dinner would be complete without some…

Pork and Beef Ragu – Tastes of Tuscany

This dish is nothing like the jar of thin, processed, tomato…

Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli – Tastes of Tuscany Dinner

When I go to the time and effort of preparing homemade ravioli,…

Homemade Egg Pasta -Tastes of Tuscany Dinner

In keeping with the menu from our recent Tastes of Tuscany dinner,…

A Cook’s dream trip to Tuscany

This past year I fulfilled a long time dream to travel to the…

Lasagna Bolognese

Who doesn't love layers of pasta, a variety of cheeses and a…

Quick Puttanesca Sauce with Cheese Ravioli and Chicken Thighs

If you are a fan of salty, briny things like olives and capers,…

Creamy Pasta with Pancetta, Peas and Mushrooms

On a recent trip to St. Louis, I visited the famous "Hill" area.…
Creamy Lemon Pasta

Creamy Lemon Pasta

My husband and I recently met up with some good friends for…
Mascarpone and Lemon Gnocchi

Mascarpone and Lemon Gnocchi

If you like Italian food and have not eaten gnocchi, well then…

Italian Sausage and Fennel Rigatoni

Ciao friends!  I wanted to share with you a favorite pasta recipe…

Homemade Fettuccine with Butter-Roasted Tomato Sauce

There is no doubt I love a good kitchen gadget.  Just visit…