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MINESTRONE … the perfect winter soup

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The pantry is filled with vegetables and herbs  harvested from the garden.  The mornings are cool and crisp.  Time to make soup.    I went to the bible of authentic Italian cooking.  THE SILVER SPOON.  Five pages of minestrone soups.   Almost … Continue reading

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FRESH TOMATO PASTA … RECIPE FOR A TRULY SPLENDID PASTA DISH

MICHAEL’S FRESH TOMATO PASTA  for 4 people This is my son-in-law Michael’s  signature pasta dish.  It is simple to make yet complex in flavour.  You can make it for one person or for six. Give yourself a treat and whip it up … Continue reading

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SWEET-AND-SOUR CAPONATA …. caponata in agrodolce

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This vegetable antipasti is from  my bible of authentic Italian cooking, SILVER SPOON.  SILVER SPOON has been Italy’s best-selling cookbook for over fifty years.  CAPONATA  would make delectable appetizer for your Thanksgiving Dinner.    The rich reds, deep purples, vibrant greens, … Continue reading

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