Artichoke Crostini

by Beckie // May 30, 2017 // No Comments

1 (1 pound) loaf sourdough baguette 2 cups chopped seeded tomatoes 1 (14 ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper cooking spray... Continue reading →

Spaghetti alle Vognole (3)

by Beckie // May 25, 2017 // No Comments

Also known as Spaghetti with Clams 2 lbs clams in their shell (the smallest you can get), steamers seem to work quite well 1 14 oz can plum tomatoes, finely chopped 4 (or more) cloves of garlic, peeled and chopped... Continue reading →

Spaghetti alle Vognole (2)

by Beckie // May 1, 2017 // No Comments

Also known as Clams in White Sauce, with Olive Oil, Garlic and Hot Pepper 2 lbs clams in their shell (the smallest you can get – Little Neck or ‘steamers’ on the west coast) 4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly... Continue reading →

Three Cheese Tortellini

by Beckie // March 29, 2017 // No Comments

Also known as Tortellini ai Tre Formaggi al Forno con Salsa al Pomodoro Cremosa 1 bag (13 ounces) Three Cheese Tortelli 1 jar Marinara Sauce 1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature 1 cup, divided grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon... Continue reading →

Turkey Sausage Giambotta

by Beckie // November 19, 2016 // No Comments

12 links turkey sausage 2 chicken breasts 1 green bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 1 small Vidalia onion 1 small potato 8 oz tomato sauce 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Cut potato into cubes, slice peppers and onions,... Continue reading →

Spinach Lasagna

by Beckie // October 20, 2016 // No Comments

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon margarine 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil 6 each garlic cloves, minced 1 cup canned Italian tomatoes (with liquid), drain and dice tomatoes reserving liquid 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided 1 teaspoon... Continue reading →

Pesto Chicken Rollatini

by Beckie // September 13, 2016 // No Comments

1/4 cup Bertolli® Traditional Basil Pesto 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/4 lb.), pounded 1/4-inch thick 4 slices prosciutto or deli boiled ham (optional) 4 slices provolone cheese 1 egg, slightly beaten 1/2 cup seasoned Italian dry bread... Continue reading →

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