Sicilian Swiss Chard
This recipe seemed to be buried under my nostalgic ode to Ohio in a post I wrote years ago after a memorable trip to visit…
Category: Italian
Meatball & Mini Ravioli Soup
If you’re a soup lover like me, a big pot of soup on a chilly Fall day is one of the best things you can…
Sicilian Eggplant Rolls
This summer weather in Turkey reminds me exactly of my two summers spent in Sicily in the mid 90’s. Very hot. Very dry. Limited A/C,…
Affogato: The Italian Coffee Dessert
If you love coffee and ice cream, this quick dessert recipe is for you. Affogato is an Italian word for the super delicious coffee drink…
Tuscan Kale & Chickpea Soup
Winter days are quite the challenge here in Chicago, so I’m always trying to find ways to warm up with food. I haven’t had a…
Sicilian Pepper Salad Crostini
If you’re like me, sometimes there isn’t time to think about really fancy appetizers when you’re having guests over because you’re so focused on the…
Risotto with Asparagus and Green Peas
I don’t eat too much rice or pasta in Ramadan because it leaves me feeling too full before eating other things, but if I’m going…
Orzo Soup with Greens and Wholesome Chicken Broth
Over the early part of the summer when Ramadan was in full swing, I took advantage of the somewhat cooler weather and made soups for…
Mushroom Risotto
If you’ve never had risotto, now’s the time to try it. Yes, it’s most popular as an Italian style rice, but anyone can make it.…
Insalata Caprese
Just because it’s not summer, it doesn’t mean you can’t still indulge in a craving for fresh produce and a taste of sunny Italy…at least…