What on earth is a rhubarb shrub?!? Well, a shrub is a kind of drinking vinegar that was popular in colonial times. (Although just to confuse you, the term “shrub” may also refer to the cocktail that you make with the drinking vinegar.) Next question: What on earth is a drinking vinegar?!? It’s a concentrated […]
Carrot Ratatouille Recipe
Given all the colorful carrots of spring, it’s a great time to make carrot ratatouille. That’s right – carrot ratatouille, or carrot-tatouille if you’re feeling clever. It’s your favorite baked vegetable stew, but featuring colorful carrots instead of zucchini or eggplant. What is Ratatouille? What is ratatouille? (Pronounced rat-ah-TOO-ee.) It’s a traditional French country stew, […]
Italian-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Italian-Style Chip Cookies are the bakery-style chocolate chip cookie you’ve only dreamed of making and eating at home. They’re incredibly delicate and cakey, perfect for dipping in milk or coffee. Their secret? They’re made with Italian semola rimacinata (twice-ground) flour, which is velvet-y smooth and so easy to work with. What Is Semola Rimacinata […]
Homemade Semolina Grissini (Italian Breadsticks)
These homemade semolina grissini (Italian breadsticks) are stunningly simple and incredibly addicting. They are savory and crispy, and they go with just about everything. What gives them their distinctive crunch? Semolina flour. And what is semolina flour? We can’t wait to tell you all about it. (Blogger disclosure: This post contains affiliate links.) What is […]
Zucchini ‘Meatballs’ with San Marzano Tomatoes
If you want a twist on your regular meatballs, these meatless Zucchini “Meatballs” are for you. They look just like traditional meatballs (OK; with green flecks), and they are hearty and satisfying. We first tasted these meatballs at this year’s Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Food Show, at the San Marzano DOP display (of course). […]
Gingerbread Waffles for a Holiday Breakfast
A special holiday calls for a special holiday breakfast, which is where these Gingerbread Waffles come in. They are quick and easy to make. Plus, they have a little more “zing” than your average everyday waffles. We also made these waffles with a special Dash mini waffle maker that makes a snowflake print. (So […]
Foodies’ Holiday Gift Guide
This foodies’ holiday gift guide is going to make your gift-giving a whole lot easier this year. We have ideas to suit just about every taste. We also have ideas for just about every budget. Give it a look, and happy shopping! (Blogger disclosure: This post contains some affiliate links. If you buy a product […]