Apr 7, 20213 min read
Spinach Pesto
I cannot emphasize enough two things here. One, freshly made pesto is always going to be 100 times better than a jarred version. And,...
Mar 9, 20211 min read
Baking with Kids-How To
Opening scene: "Can I lick the bowl now?" "No, not yet." "Ok, then, can I lick the spoon?" "No, not yet." Fade out from an impatient...
Feb 18, 20212 min read
South African "Yellow Rice"
Rice flavored with herbs, spices, coconut and/or citrus zest is a true treat. If you have never tried it, you will be surprised once you...
Jan 18, 20212 min read
Split Pea Soup
In the colder months of the year, America is ripe with split pea soup making and as an American living abroad, I was so pleased to see...
Dec 16, 20202 min read
Eggplant Tomato Sauce
Eggplant is like the odd one out. I do not feel that enough people in the world take this veggie seriously enough. It is so very...
Dec 16, 20203 min read
Mini Meatballs with Eggplant-Tomato sauce
Who doesn't love a meatball? Really? I want to know. I'm crazy for their flavors and textures, when done right of course... My meatballs...
Dec 6, 20203 min read
Carrot Soup with Sausage Hash & Pesto
I feel that soup is underrated. I think it's because people assume it's too simple, or they, themselves put too little effort into...
Nov 12, 20202 min read
Marinara with Anchovies
Few people could actually taste this sauce and say after one bite, "OMG, I taste anchovies!" But many people could taste it and say,...
Nov 6, 20204 min read
Spaghetti with Lamb Ragu
A ragu is a very important part of the Italian kitchen. It's basically any meat-based sauce typically served with pasta. There are many...
Nov 4, 20202 min read
Spaghetti with Red Pesto
This is one of the fastest meals or side dishes that everyone loves. Kids love it, adults love it, I'm mean come on, of course they do,...
Oct 17, 20202 min read
Roasted Tomato Soup with Lentils
A healthy & flavorful roasted tomato soup which is quick to purée together.
Oct 13, 20203 min read
Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini
What a joy it is to eat something that tastes great and is actually healthy! Plus, these are packed with veggies, for the picky eaters.
Oct 6, 20202 min read
End of Summer Cherry Tomato Sauce
A simple end-of-summer tomato sauce to get the last tastes of summer before autumn falls into our lives.
Sep 28, 20202 min read
Table For One
As a mother of 4, I just want to eat a civilized meal once in a while!