Category Archives: Italian

Mary’s Chicken Spinach Artichoke Pasta

Artichoke & Spinach Pasta

This may be my favorite pasta dish when I would like something a bit different from traditional red sauce pasta dishes. A good friend found the recipe on Pinterest and made it a bit better by adding her own additional … Continue reading

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Mom’s Spaghetti Fritters w/ a Twist

Spaghetti Fritters

As a kid growing up my mother would occasionally prepare spaghetti fritters by the dozen. Everyone that was anyone received a dozen or more in a zip lock bag to enjoy at their leisure. When I was in the Navy at … Continue reading

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Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Scampi

There are so many variations of shrimp scampi out there, but my favorite is the one that I propose to share with you. I have never received a complaint with this winner and it may become your favorite too. It … Continue reading

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Braciola (Involtini)

Braciole

Braciola or Involtini are rolled meats made of beef, chicken, pork and swordfish and stuffed with cheeses, breadcrumbs, minced prosciutto, ham or Italian sausage. Eggplant is sometimes used as is other vegetables like spinach. Involtini means “little bundles” and Braciola means thin slices … Continue reading

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Italian Shrimp And Rice Entree

Italian Shrimp & Rice

This recipe is great for the whole family and is a shrimp lovers delight. A perfect recipe for gluten-free diets also. It is different from most traditional shrimp and rice dishes and has optional ingredients for your taste bud pleasure. … Continue reading

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Pasta alla Carbonara

Pasta Carbanara

As a child my favorite breakfast was Pasta alla Carbonara. My Grandmother would cook it for me as she always aimed to please and she enjoyed watching me eat which was my favorite thing to do. Pasta has a very … Continue reading

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