Homemade meatballs hold a revered place in American cuisine, much like they do in Italy. There is a difference though. While we cherish a plate of spaghetti and meatballs in the U.S., it’s not something you will likely find together in traditional Italian households or restaurants in Italy. Though I’ll…
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Sourdough Bread for Beginners
Prepare the dough at night, bake it in the morning. The rise happens while you’re sleeping. “The beauty of sourdough bread is that no two loaves are ever exactly the same.” Light and airy with a dark, crispy crust, a crumb with a creamy texture and a superb mouthfeel –…
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Mrs. Hamilton’s Gingerbread Cake (1943)
I recently came across a recipe tin at my local antique shop, filled with handwritten desserts, delicate newspaper clippings, and a small bundle of stickers scripted with “from the kitchen of Mrs. Hamilton” still waiting to be used. The tin is dated 1943. While it appears Mrs. Hamilton had a…
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Pan Seared Steak with Garlic & Butter
The only steak recipe you will ever need. There are several members of my family who would be quite content to live on steak alone. Needless to say, I have a fool-proof recipe, a recipe that I have deemed my one and only for pan seared, thick-cut, and bone-in steaks.…
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Bomba di Calabria (Hot Pepper Paste)
Don’t be afraid to spice things up! I have a preference for dishes with a serious kick of heat. From my morning eggs to my late night savory indulgences, if I can add a bit of fire to my palate, I will. Among my favorite go-to ingredients for a punch…