Spiked Raspberry Lemonade
This is my favorite time of the year. Summer's hot days are here and my raspberries bushes are in full bloom. The bushes are yielding...
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
I can justify this delish dessert by saying "it's fruit after all, that's good for you!" Somehow I think once you add the cheesecake...
Chicken Waldorf Salad (low calorie)
This is a fun way to use leftover chicken breast and salad from last night's dinner. This satisfies my sweet tooth, naturally, and adds...
Pistachio Cream - Lower Sugar
My relatives in Sicily are very proud of me for using pistachios. Sicily, particularly the area around Bronte near Mount Etna, is...
Sicilian Caponata (eggplant stew)
Eggplant caponata, a Sicilian sweet-and-sour vegetable stew, has origins in Sicily. Originally, it was made with fish but evolved to...
Avocado Fries
Serve this with a side of brown rice and you have a wonderful, meatless meal. This is a fast dinner to make on a Friday during Lent....
Pizzagaina - Easter Meat Pie
The aroma of pizzagaina baking brings back memories of Easter past. We always had a few Easter pies at our table, but this was always my...
Italian Waffle w/Cassata (cannoli cream)
Happy National Waffle Day! Of course I had to put my spin on this fun holiday. Craving something sweet but don't want to spend a lot of...
Espresso Martini
Happy National Cocktail Day! Why it happens during Lent is puzzling to me. I'm not much of a drinker, but this one wins my heart. ...
Moroccan Chili
You're probably thinking, what is Moroccan chili? This is my recipe for turkey chili with warm spices, mixed beans, and a sweet bite of...
