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Frizzone – Vegetable Stew From Emilia Romagna

Deborah — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

I often get carried away at outdoor markets, whether here in Florida or at our farmhouse in Umbria. Even though there are only two of us at home, I inevitably buy enough produce to feed a large family for a week. Luckily, this “problem” works out in our favor—leftover vegetables become the basis of our...

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Butternut Squash Gratin

Deborah — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

When the cooler months roll in, winter squash becomes a staple in my kitchen. Most days, I’m happy to simply roast it until caramelized and sweet, but every so often I want something a little more special. A gratin is one of my favorite ways to elevate squash into an elegant side dish. Tender cubes...

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Sicilian Spaghetti Stuffed Eggplant Rollups {Involtini di Melanzane}

Deborah — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Although we have lived in Italy for many years, we only made one trip to Sicily. The one aspect I think I enjoyed the most on this vacation, and will never forget, was the food in Sicily. The cuisine in Sicily is still Italian but has a unique twist all of its own, making every...

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Green Bean & Tomato Salad

Deborah — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:17:00 +0000

I just harvested the last of the green beans from our garden, so I wanted to create a special dish for dinner with them. Our tomatoes are also ripening fast and furious, and I had a big bowl of just-picked ripe tomatoes still warm from the garden sitting on my counter. Green beans and tomatoes...

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Grilled Peppers With Gorgonzola Crumbles & Pine Nuts

Deborah — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Summer is the time for family and friend get-togethers, grilling, and outdoor dining. Unfortunately, with the arrival of Covid-19 we have had to curtail much of our usual socializing. As things slowly open up, however, we have started to have my daughter and her family over. We are looking forward to sharing meals together like...

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Grilled Caponata

Deborah — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Caponata is a Sicilian eggplant dish that consists of chopped fried eggplant and other vegetables seasoned with vinegar and capers. Everyone has their own interpretation of this dish, and in fact, I already have a few unique recipes for caponata on the blog including my traditional Caponata Siciliana, my version of Roasted Eggplant with Sun-Dried...

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Roasted Zucchini, Chickpea, & Avocado

Deborah — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

If someone told me that I’d make a dish containing zucchini and chickpeas that I couldn’t stop eating, I’d probably argue with them. Zucchini is fine roasted or grilled, but it isn’t the most exciting vegetable, and I’ve never been partial to chickpeas. This recipe roasts the chopped zucchini after tossing it in olive oil...

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Stuffed Sicilian Eggplant Rolls

Deborah — Wed, 28 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

When I have guests at my home, I often like to assemble an antipasti platter or even a table if it is a large group. This starter allows folks to try what they want, and as much as they want. These eggplant rolls would be a perfect addition to and antipasti spread as they are...

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