Serving: For 4 People

Pearl Barley soup with Barlotti beans and Spinach

Tidbits...Pearl barley does not require a pre-soak and cooks in less than a half hour. This creamy soup is fast to prepare and filling....

Totani Fritti (fried squid)

Tidbits...This recipe of totani is typical of Genoa. Totani are a type of squid not to be confused with Calamari. They are noted for their...

Papacelle Peppers with Basmati and Long Grain wild rice

Tidbits...Papacelle peppers are sweeter and more tender than bell peppers.  They are smaller, round and bake beautifully!...

Couscous with Red Pepper and Tofu

Tidbits...Cous cous is the ultimate one plate meal.  It is healthy and takes very little time to cook....

Happy Holidays (Pasta)

These pasta recipes were my gift to my son, and I want to share them with all of you, too. Happy Holidays Gianluca... You always call...

Eggplant Parmesan Singles

Tidbits... Should I Salt Eggplant?  I have always been a “low-salt” cook and felt like this was just a time consuming, unnecessary, exaggerated step in...