Category Archives: Italian Specialties

Pasta Fagioli On A Cold Winter Day!

Posted on January 9, 2023 by Camille

The cold weather is upon us and it’s time for a bowl or two of a hearty soup. My go to soup in the winter is a Hearty Pasta Fagioli. This delicious main dish soup will fill you up and … Continue reading →

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Chicken Scarparielli

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Camille

Serves 4 to 6 as an Entrée 1½      Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves ½         Cup Flour for Dredging Chicken 1          Pound Sweet or Hot Italian Sausage Links 4          Tablespoons XVOO 2          Tablespoons Unsalted Butter 6          Garlic Cloves, Finely … Continue reading →

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July 4th Menu

Posted on July 3, 2022 by Camille

For me there is no better day to show off my barbequing skills than on the most important American Holiday of all- The 4th of July.  Since barbequing is an all American summer pastime on the all American Holiday I’m … Continue reading →

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Easter Menu 2022

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Camille

Easter is just around the corner and I have a delicious menu for you. This menu feeds a crowd and I know most of you will be celebrating with family and friends so a menu this size is just perfect. … Continue reading →

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Easter Italian Specialties

Posted on March 29, 2021 by Camille

Easter Eggs and Easter Bonnets.  Easter Mass and Easter Brunch.  These are the memories I have of Easter as a child growing up in Chicago.  Easter was a holiday my Mother cherished.  I can say with confidence that Easter was … Continue reading →

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