Recipes

Homemade Olive Tapenade

Homemade Olive Tapenade

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Are you an olive fan like me? I could eat olives with almost anything. Olive tapenades, a chunky spread of olives, are very popular here in the South of France.

Olive Ascolane

Olive Ascolane

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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Olive ascolane are deliciously stuffed green olives which are breaded and fried. They are originally from the Le Marche region of Italy. Thankfully, they are widely found all over Italy, and are easily made at home. In Italy, I would mostly enjoy them as…

Alfredo Sauce

Alfredo Sauce

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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Better than olive garden!

Italian Pork Tenderloin with Olives

Italian Pork Tenderloin with Olives

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes

I love pork tenderloin and anyone who knows me knows I love olives. Why not put the two together!? The pork is cooked for over 15 hours and falls apart at the touch of a fork. Served over a nice crusty piece of bread. Yum! You could also do sandwiches on…

Pizza Margherita

Pizza Margherita

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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes

A classic pizza that is a snap to make either with homemade dough or a store bought dough!

Tomato and olive garnishes

Tomato and olive garnishes

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Decorate a plate using vegetable centerpieces like tomato crab and olive net garnishes

Capellini with Pesto Alla Trapanese

Capellini with Pesto Alla Trapanese

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes

A Sicilian pesto featuring tomatoes, basil, and garlic flavor angel hair pasta tossed with chicken sauteed in olive oil.

Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin Bread

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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 70 Minutes

This is a great fall recipe. You can have it for dessert or breakfast.

Asparagus Puree on toasted bread

Asparagus Puree on toasted bread

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes

I decided to create this recipe after buying too much asparagus and not wanting to eat just plain asparagus as a side. It is so easy and delicious and would make a great party appetizer or even just a light lunch.

Grilled Peppers with Anchovies, Feta Cheese and Spaghetti

Grilled Peppers with Anchovies, Feta Cheese and Spaghetti

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes

You will be amazed at the flavor of this dish. Enjoy with Lots of Love, Catherine

Pescado Vera Cruz

Pescado Vera Cruz

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes

A simple and delicious fish recipe I learned a few years ago. Can be eaten as a soup, or the sauce can be drained and you can enjoy moist fish fish and wonderfully flavored veggies on their own.

Fried Marinated Turkey Breast

Fried Marinated Turkey Breast

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

Adapted from -The New Book of Middle Eastern Food by Claudia Roden. This is really good! I hope you give it a try. Enjoy with love, Catherine

Helena's Sautéed Veggies and Roasted Chicken Breast

Helena's Sautéed Veggies and Roasted Chicken Breast

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

I chop it all very small because I had LIP Cancer and have trouble eating with my new Lip... but you ca make it any size you like. Add to 1 tsp olive oil to saute Onions, Bell pepers, celery Fresh Garlic... Saute for 10 - 15 min, our perferance.Add chop…

Autumn Couscous

Autumn Couscous

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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

A rainbow of flavors, a successful marriage between celery, squash, zucchini and tomatoes with couscous. Absolutely delicious!

Red Bell Pepper Pie

Red Bell Pepper Pie

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Is there anything more easy than this warm appetizer?This little red pepper pie is lovely in small parts as appetizer but here in France it is more often served for lunch with a fresh, green salad on the side. A great balance between something buttery (wi…

Fried Apple ORZO with Bacon

Fried Apple ORZO with Bacon

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Lately, I have fallen in love with ORZO. I have been experimenting with it and today I came up with this delicious style that you will simply adore. Fried apple on top of orzo, drizzled with olive oil and topped with bacon.

Tomato Sauce with Anchovies & Capers

Tomato Sauce with Anchovies & Capers

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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

This is a simple and yet delicious meal. Enjoy with much love, Catherine

“Salad” ~ Spaghetti!

“Salad” ~ Spaghetti!

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

This dish is easy to prepare and is delicious and unique to serve with a nice crusty piece of Italian bread. Enjoy with Much Love, Catherine xo

Roasted Red Pepper & Roasted Garlic Hummus

Roasted Red Pepper & Roasted Garlic Hummus

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes

I make dips quite a lot at my house, especially when company comes over. This is a simple dip to make, that is not only delicious and healthy but it looks great in the bowl as well.

Rosemary Focaccia

Rosemary Focaccia

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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Focaccia is a flat oven baked bread. It is often brushed with olive oil, then topped with an herb such as rosemary. Many attribute its origins to Genova. Focaccia is a popular snack, but also a delicious paired with a rich seafood stew to complete a meal.…

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