Eggplant Parmesan

Making Eggplant Parmesan is a hassle. It’s a multi-stage process that is labor intensive and time-consuming. There are no shortcuts. It’s not a throw-together dish. It is not something you... Read More

Today’s Lunch: Crostoni

I’m sure you’re familiar with crostini, small slices of French baguette – or, more appropriately, Italian bread – with a variety of toppings. They’re a great party food or appet... Read More

Sauces and Salsas for Steaks

A great steak can hold its own, but even for dyed-in-the-wool steak lovers, the taste can get just a little monotonous after the fifth or sixth piece. Ketchup, of course, is simply out of the question... Read More

Croquette or Burger? Neither.

I made the kids my mother’s recipe for salmon croquettes yesterday afternoon. Well, I thought I was making it for the kids. Turns out, only one likes them, but it was apparently enough for my mo... Read More