Eggplant Caponata is one of my favorite rustic Italian dishes and in my opinion it is super versatile. Typically served as I did here, cold with crackers or bread, it is also delicious tossed with pasta or over top grilled chicken. This caponata is absolutely delicious! I think some of the greatest dishes are those…
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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…
Summer Squash & Kale Soup
Summer provides us with the most wonderful produce. Do you all have local farms where you can pick your own? While I do have a garden, it is a little limited but we are lucky to have a lot of “u pick” farms in the area that have an amazing variety. This Summer Squash &…
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…
Mexican Corn Salad
I have a bit of an obsession lately with cooking up Mexican dishes. This Mexican Corn Salad does not disappoint! The flavors are simple but bold making this one very fantastic side dish! Corn, garlic, chili powder, lime juice, mayo and queso fresco. Serve up this corn salad alongside tacos, with some southwest grilled…
Black Eyed Pea Salad
YES!!! After a long, cold winter we are finally here, the first day of Spring! I am looking forward to sun, warmth and outside time! Of course, NJ is currently getting a bit of snow but thankfully tomorrow is going to warm up so that’ll all be gone. So besides warmth and sun, I…