Published by Andrea August 29th, 2007
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Before all the basil is gone, try this Summer salad. It is a traditional Tuscan dish that is simple and easy to prepare. Use the best oil and the freshest tomatoes and the results will be phenomenal…
Continue reading ‘Panzanella - Tuscan Bread and Tomato Salad’
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Continue reading ‘Fusilli col Pesto’
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Published by Andrea July 4th, 2007
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Fast, easy, perfect for every occasion. Fool-proof basic sauce, what in Naples is called “Pummarola”… Continue reading ‘Simple Tomato Sauce’
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Published by Andrea June 10th, 2007
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Published by Andrea June 5th, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Bruschetta col Cavolo Nero - Kale Bruschetta’
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Published by Andrea June 3rd, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Involtini di Bresaola - Bresaola and Cheese Appetizer’
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Published by Andrea May 18th, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Crostini Toscani - Tuscan Traditional Appetizer’
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Published by Andrea December 26th, 2006
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Continue reading ‘Polenta crostini with funghi trifolati’
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Published by Andrea December 14th, 2006
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This appetizer is well suited for any occasion and very easy to prepare. The canapes look very sophisticated and taste really good too. The delicate flavor of the smoked salmon is enhanced and balanced by the sour and tangy lemon taste of the topping spread.
Continue reading ‘Crostini al salmone – Lighly smoked salmon canapes’
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Published by Andrea November 28th, 2006
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Entertaining and having friends and family over for dinner has always been my true passion. I am from Tuscany, a region of Italy rich in tradition and famous for delicious foods–I think of them often now that I live in the US. The soup that my aunt used to make in her little country village near the city of Pisa is one of my favorite family recipes.
Continue reading ‘Soup Recipe - The Tuscan Secret: Ribollita’
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Published by Andrea October 4th, 2006
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Continue reading ‘Zucchini in Truffle Oil - Recipe’
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