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Who knew you could make delicious cutlets from pieces of pork tenderloin? It’s true. Creamy Pork Tenderloin Mushroom Marsala. Once you get a sampling of one of these golden portions of meat smothered with a rich sauce of mushrooms, cream and Marsala wine, you’ll wonder why you haven’t tried this before now.
So we’re all in the midst of a pumpkin frenzy right about now. It’s just a thing we all do this time of year. But have you guys tried a delicious baked treat with both pumpkin and banana at the heart of it? With a generous sampling of dark chocolate thrown in for good measure?
It seems as though everyone loves pasta. Whatever the shape or sauce, most folks simply can’t resist a delicious pasta dish. It is comforting, satisfying and sure to please the masses. Even so, pasta night can always be improved with something new or even an upgrade to your tried and true recipes. These 15 Awesome
This Nourishing Polpette & Orzo in Basic Broth is not only delicious …it is all cooked in one pot. An all-around win.
Got blueberries? Here’s an idea …simmer them on the stovetop with a bit of sugar and you’ll end up with the most delicious puree. That magic happens to be the star of the show with this Lemon Yogurt Mousse with Blueberry Sauce.
After trying these for yourself, you may be adding these Quick & Easy Veggie Lasagna Cups to the menu for all of your fun get-togethers. They are no ordinary cupcakes. These guys are super easy and delicious …the perfect addition to your next potluck dinner or family gathering. They can be made ahead of time
This delightful summertime treat is a spinoff of the traditional Italian dessert, zabaglione, which is a light delicious custard typically served with a topping of fresh fruit. The beauty of this dish is that it is presented as a warm inviting collection of your favorite berries topped off with a yummy golden crust. Fresh from
If you’re like most folks, you want your family to have healthy food choices each and every day. It makes sense that you’re most likely looking for ways to add more fresh vegetables to the mix. This is the time to take advantage of that plentiful green squash. Check out our easy to navigate collection
We’ve all had that wonderful combination. Pulled pork sandwiches topped off with melted provolone and a generous layer of broccoli rabe. It’s a definite Italian favorite. Let’s switch it up a bit with these Italian Pork Burgers with Broccoli Rabe.
As you guys know, I’m always on the lookout for really good gluten-free foods to make at home. There are times that there is just no other way …you have to make it happen on your own. Introducing Gluten-Free (Or Not) Triple Berry Muffins! These tri-berry muffins are an awesome Ina Garten classic. And they’re just
The warm weather is here to stay for awhile and we’ve been grilling just about everything. How about trying something new with your next grilled meal? These Grilled Marinated Broccoli Spears are flavored with a mixture of soy sauce, Worcestershire, honey and ketchup. And they are delicious.
We’ve all been there. Standing at the stove, gently nudging those grated potatoes. Continuously. Making sure they brown on all sides. Not so much fun. Here’s the solution. These Waffled Hash Browns with Rosemary. Who knew it could be so easy? Make your next batch with a waffle iron.
