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Gnocchi Gorgonzola Recipe

Gnocchi Gorgonzola Recipe by Jackie Cameron   On a recent visit to Switzerland, I unexpectedly crossed the border one day for lunch in Italy. Choosing a traditional Caprese salad with Foccacia bread and Gnocchi Gorgonzola seemed the right thing (read full article)

Focaccia Recipe

Carla Ferrari's Focaccia Recipe by Jackie Cameron   On a recent visit to Switzerland, I unexpectedly crossed the border one day for lunch in Italy. Choosing a traditional caprese salad with Foccacia bread and Gnocchi Gorgonzola seemed the right (read full article)

Parmesan Almond Crusted Chicken

posted July 25, 2010 in Angie\'s Recipes

A simply satisfying chicken dish with a very flavourful crust and tender interior. Parmesan cheese and almond meal make a delectable combination for these bland and boring chicken breast. 3 tbsp Plain flour 1 Egg 1 cup Fresh breadcrumbs 1/3 cup Alm (read full article)

On Demand – It’s More than Movies!

posted July 24, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Charter. All opinions are 100% mine. When we lived in the city in Tennessee we were fortunate to have a selection of cable and satellite providers at our fingertips. I was a cable gal! I grew up w (read full article)

On Demand – It’s More than Movies!

posted July 24, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Charter. All opinions are 100% mine. When we lived in the city in Tennessee we were fortunate to have a selection of cable and satellite providers at our fingertips. I was a cable gal! I grew up w (read full article)

Cheese Straws Recipe

Cheese Straws Recipe by Jackie Cameron   The reverberation of vuvuzelas, and motor vehicles of all makes and shapes sporting a flag or three, heralded a national unity unseen since 1995. The 2010 Fifa Soccer World Cup has arrived – and (read full article)

Cumin Flavourded White Bread Recipe

Homemade Cumin Flavoured White Bread Recipe by Jackie Cameron   On a healthier note, an avocado guacamole served with crudités (raw vegetables cut into bite-size strips) is light and satisfying. Nearby, place slices of old-style homema (read full article)

Shepherd's Pie Italiano!

posted June 23, 2010 in Una Mamma Italiana

Ciao, fellow foodies. Our goal with "The Mamma meets the Cucina" is to keep the Italian recipes and traditions going in future generations of our now American families. We've got the rich heritage, but unfortunately, not many of us have real live non (read full article)

NEW: Shepherd's Pie Italiano

posted June 22, 2010 in Cucina Domenico

Ciao, fellow foodies. Our goal with "The Mamma meets the Cucina" is to keep the Italian recipes and traditions going in future generations of our now American families. We've got the rich heritage, but unfortunately, not many of us have real live n (read full article)

Oil-Cured Olive Pizza

posted June 06, 2010 in Yum in Tum

I discovered some oil-cured olives tucked into a corner of the fridge. They must be leftovers from the last time I made puttanesca. Luckily for me, there was enough for me to not only have a pizza, but to munch on a few as well. Since I had the last (read full article)

Images from New York, Picasso edition.

posted June 01, 2010 in The Manhattan Food Project

View from the Jacqueline Onassis Reservoir, Central Park. We have enjoyed the company of friends for many weekends now, but as great as that has been (seriously, we love visitors!), there is something to be said for having a nice long weekend to our (read full article)

Three Traditional English Recipes

posted May 28, 2010 in Authentic Curry Recipes

The cuisine of England has had a large influence on food all over the world. Many versions of traditional English dishes can be found in other cultures, perhaps with slight differences. English food itself, however, has adapted to tastes from all ove (read full article)

Georgia in My Oven: Fresh Blackberry Buckle

posted May 21, 2010 in Jane\'s Sweets & Baking Journal

 When I was in my early teens, my family drove to Georgia two or three times to visit close  relatives who had recently moved there from the Detroit area. My aunt, uncle, and three cousins had settled quite contentedly into a nice house on (read full article)

Resort-ing to…Blue Nail Polish

posted May 19, 2010 in Harriet Magpie

If Chanel got it right (and we Magpies think they usually do), the next trend in nail color will be…baby blue! Photo from NYT Style Magazine. Left to Right: Essie, Aruba Blue; Color Club, Jewel Tone Blue; Orly, Blue Collar; OPI, Lincoln Park a (read full article)

Chocolate Chip Shortbreads

posted May 06, 2010 in Curvy Ladies

Active Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 45 minutes INGREDIENTS1 cup plus 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter1/3 cup semisweet chocolate mini chips PREPARATION1. Heat oven to 325°F. Have a baking sheet ready. 2. Mix flour and 1/ (read full article)

Banana and Honey Teabread

posted April 21, 2010 in The Goddess\'s Kitchen

I don’t know if I‘m alone on this one but does anyone else get excited when their bananas go ripe? I love any excuse to try out new and different versions of banana bread. Yesterday afternoon after doing all my house chores I decided to spend an (read full article)

Torteau de Chèvre

posted April 18, 2010 in Boise Foodie Guild

Tourteau de Chèvreby Kate HillPreheat oven to 380’C or 530ºF. Yes. HOT! Very HOT!For the pastry I used a simple butter short crust.100 gr (4½ oz)butter- unsalted200 gr (2 oz) flour- all purpose unbleachedSalt- pinch1 eggWater- as neededCut butt (read full article)

Grillin on the Bay 2010

posted March 29, 2010 in A BBQ Nation

The 2010 contest season is back in full swing following our successful completion of the Fifth Annual Grillin on the Bay contest in Brooklyn.  And while we were unable to retake our crown, the fact that we were able to get all four categories do (read full article)

Helpful Places :)

posted March 29, 2010 in Hometown Girl

I know many of you who visit are creative creatures yourself. If you are like me you are on the lookout for a ways to improve yourself, your business, your skills and everything in between! I have come across some great resources in my web travels. (read full article)

The Best Apple Cake Ever

posted March 27, 2010 in A Foodie's Quest

This cake tops my list of favourites for so many reasons... It is easy, so easy in fact, I am going to start using the expression "easy as apple cake". It is a crowd pleaser: everyone loves this cake, so make two if your are bringing it to a potluck (read full article)

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