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Yom Kippur is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. It is also known as the Day of Atonement. It is observed with a 25-hour period of fasting and intensive prayer, often spending most of the day in synagogue services. At the end of Yom Kippur, Jews traditionally share a joyful Break Fast meal with family and friends. […]
Continue ReadingOrzo with Butter, Lemon & Herbs
Tangy Orzo This recipe makes a great side dish. Yes, another lemony recipe! I actually served this as a side dish with the Pork with Lemon Picatta Sauce. Orzo with Butter, Lemon & Herbs Serves 6 12 oz orzo 4 Tbs butter 1 clove garlic, crushed Juice of 1 lemon 4 Tbs parmesan cheese, grated […]
Continue ReadingPenne with Zucchini & Basil
Summer Harvest I have had a request for a recipe using zucchini and basil. There are so many ways to use them, soups, frittatas, casseroles. Here is a simple pasta dish. Penne with Zucchini & Basil Serves 8 1 1/2 lbs penne 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 lbs small zucchini, halved lengthwise and […]
Continue ReadingPasta Caesar Salad
You can please all the people, some of the time! My daughter, Grace, has a very limited palate, which just about does me in. I struggle to make dinner for the family – something that will please everyone. I stumbled across a recipe that I cut out many years ago for Caesar Pasta Salad. What […]
Continue ReadingSouthwestern Chicken & Pasta
Serves 2 High Fiber 1 cup uncooked rigatoni 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, each 4 ounces, cut into cubes 1/4 cup salsa 1 1/2 cups canned unsalted tomato sauce 1/8 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup fresh or canned corn 1/4 […]
Continue ReadingLet’s get ready for Summer!
I seem to be in a side dish frame of mind. I think in the summer it’s great to have many side dishes up your sleeve to be able to make ahead ready for a BBQ. Here is another great one using orzo. PS. Summer is my least favorite time of year. I have VERY […]
Continue ReadingArtichoke Spinach Shells
Arty Chokes! Here is an easy and tasty meal. We are mad, keen on artichokes. I collect any recipe that calls for artichokes. You can substitute anything you like in this recipe. Enjoy. Artichoke Spinach Shells Serves 6 – 8 4 cups medium pasta shells, uncooked 10 oz fresh spinach, chopped 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese […]
Continue ReadingAlfredo Pasta with Ham, Mushrooms & Fresh Peas
Last night, I rummaged around the refrigerator looking for something to make for dinner. I did not want a ham sandwich. This is what I came up with. I sautéed some sliced mushrooms in 1 tablespoon of butter for 10 minutes, then added the fresh peas and ham that I diced and sautéed for another […]
Continue ReadingSpaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti alla Carbonara by Luigi Boccia For some reason I was in the mood for Spaghetti Carbonara last night. I suppose this mood strikes me often. I get the feeling that this entry will be long winded! Every time I have Spaghetti Carbonara, I get a warm glow. Mainly, because it reminds me of my […]
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