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I am pretty sure that I am a day late and a dollar short on the whole Pumpkin phenomenon that swept the internet a while back.  It was actually late August …

Not that long ago my son said  “Mom, you’re not posting enough pasta dishes to the blog”!  After thinking about it a little, I realize he’s right.  Maybe I’ve been …

I love giving some of my old family recipes a contemporary twist!  These individual focaccia cupcakes are a fun take on my Mother’s traditional Barese style Focaccia.   My mother’s …

Growing up we always ate Panettone. Panettone is a traditional sweet Italian fruit bread. A common Italian tradition is to bring a panettone to someone’s house when you visit during …

These Chocolate Covered Caramel Popcorn pops are simple and fun to make.  They also make a great halloween treats for school parties.   If you’re looking for an easy – …

Hey y’all! It’s #TipTuesday and here’s one that I can’t wait to share…. Crockpot (slow-cooker) Baked Potatoes. Did you know you could make a baked potato right in your crockpot?  Is …

After a “what do you cook in your crockpot?” conversation with a friend recently, I was inspired to make my traditional Minestrone soup  in the slow cooker.  This is a …

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  Oh Em Gee! How cute are these Acorn Treats?!  I am just over the moon in love with them.They are easy to make and a must try for your …

Looking for a quick, comforting weeknight meal? Try Pasta e Ceci (pasta and chickpeas) made with pasta, chickpeas and garlic in a thick tomato broth. It’s flavorful, hearty, budget-friendly meal …