Appetizers & snacks, European Recetas

Cauliflower Canapés

Cauliflower is highly under-rated! It is good served hot in casseroles, cold in salad, pickled, or even in soup. The first time my husband made this…

Squid stuffed with shrimp

Succulent squid stuffed with shrimp in light tomato sauce. Served with Focaccia bread and a glass of white wine it is a food Heaven on Earth.

Garden Pasta Salad

Fresh herbs and veggies, plus a red wine vinagrette make this pasta salad a real summer treat.

Calamari, Scallops and Lemon Fritto Misto

This is a delicious, easy to prepare Italian antipasto. Make sure you serve it hot. Close your eyes and…

Baby Clams á la "Bulhão Pato"

A very good and quick appetizer for those who like the taste of sea. Cook it for an informal meal as it is better eaten with your fingers. Choose…

Pasta Fagolli just like Olive Garden!

I enjoy making soup and I'm always excited when I find a good recipe. I stumbled upon this one day and thought…

Anginetti: Lemon Drop Cookies

Deliciously light, lemony, and zesty. An easy cookie to make and it looks terrific on any party tray.

Pizza Sauces

Stop the pizza delivery man, for ever! Unless… it’s being delivered directly from Sicily. I am sure that if you try this homemade pizza you will…

Holiday Candied Fruit Biscotti

A Holiday biscotti that light up with color.

Vino Cotto Hot Pepper Jam

A vincotto gourmet treat that's easy to make, versatile, and delicious with or without red pepper. Great with crackers and cheese, toast, English…

Basil Dipping Oil

This is an easy and quick dipping oil. It is a nice dipping oil for freshly baked breads. I did not add salt, pepper or other ingredients that may…

Cavolfiore alla napoletana

Here's another quick and easy vegetable side dish or light supper: "Neapolitan style" cauliflower, known in Naples itself as cavolfiore con passi e…

Cheesy Lemon Pasta w/ Salami, Olives & Spinach

HERB GOAT CHEESE SANDWICH

HERB GOAT CHEESE SANDWICH

Smoked Salmon Bagel

Smoked Salmon Bagel