The snow is finally melting and I am craving Summer Jersey tomatoes. While those Jersey tomatoes are still months away, this Pancetta, Lettuce and Tomato with Pesto Mayo sure makes it feel like summer eating. Easy and absolutely delicious! When it comes to lunch around here, everyone has been home since last March. My hubby…
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Linguini with Pancetta & Fresh Tomato
Pasta is and will forever be a love of mine. I’ve said it a million times but really there are so many combinations of ingredients and flavors so really you can never be bored. This Linguini with Pancetta & Fresh Tomato is basically an elevated take on pasta with garlic and oil. The ingredients are…
Brussel Sprouts with Crispy Pancetta
You are either a brussel sprout lover or hater… I hope that if you are a hater that maybe, just maybe these Brussel Sprouts with Crispy Pancetta will change your mind. These sprouts are tender and not over cooked. They have a nice roasted flavor and color to them but are cooked right on the…
Stewed Escarole, Beans & Tomato
You may know, I am currently in obsessed … with my beautiful garden!! I planted it just over a month ago and it is doing fantastic! One of the first things ready to be picked was, you guessed it, escarole! I love this stuff; its a good healthy, hearty and tender green. This Stewed…
Quick & Easy Minestrone Soup
Before you think I’m crazy for making soup in the summer, know this… We’ve had an incredibly mild summer here in NJ. Heck today is August 19th and the ac is off and the windows are open, that never ever happens!! We’ve had many cool nights and thats what put me in the mood…
Green Beans with Shallots & Crispy Pancetta
Whenever I host a dinner I like to keep the menu as simple as possible, so most of the dishes I plan are of few ingredients but ingredients that pack a lot of flavor. These Green Beans with Shallots & Crispy Pancetta is super easy to make and it really is wonderfully flavored! I shared…