Cheesy Chili Mac

Cheesy Chili Mac

This 1 skillet dish is reminiscent of American Goulash, made with tomatoes, ground meat, elbow macaroni and cheese. It is quick comfort food for an easy weeknight meal. We just about always build a bowl, it is easier for Gluten and Gluten Free options.

Sushi Rice

Sushi Rice

Sushi Rice is a Japanese short grain rice that cooks up starchy, soft and sticky. After cooking it is flavoured with unseasoned rice vinegar, sugar and salt; so, the flavour is different from other types of rice.

Lasagna

Lasagna

Lasagna with flat pasta and rich tomato sauce made its debut in Ancient Naples and evolved into the dish we love today. Before that, Ancient Greece laid claim to a casserole with layers of pasta.

Pasta with Clams and Fresh Tomatoes

Pasta with Clams and Fresh Tomatoes

A simple pasta and salad are perfect pairs on long smoking hot summer days. Canned clams make for a quick meal that’s the right size for 2 of us. Any pasta will do but we do like the smaller shaped one that gather up the 

Pasta with Prosciutto di Parma and Basil

Pasta with Prosciutto di Parma and Basil

Prosciutto di Parma stands out from any other prosciutto. Made under strict Italian quality controls, it does make a difference when draped across fresh pasta tossed with Parmesan. Make this for 1 person or a crowd……..it’s really easy and quick. let alone simple Italian stunning 

Italian Sausage Lasagna

Italian Sausage Lasagna

This rich and hearty version of lasagna uses sweet or spicy Spolumbo’s Italian Sausage equally well; and a little Chèvre gives it some depth. Serve with a green salad and dinner is made for a cool evening.

Fresh Mozzarella

Fresh Mozzarella

There are several kinds of Mozzarella, from fresh to smoked, and Bocconcini to Mozzarella di Bufala.  Fresh and di Bufala are sold in containers or bags with water or whey.    Fresh Mozzarella Mozzarella balls are sold about the size of oranges while Bocconcini is about the size 

Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf involves cooking with stock, spices, and vegetables vs. water. Use any type of long grain rice you prefer and your imagination. In some countries Pilaf is the main course, in others a side dish. Basmati Rice or Jasmine Rice work equally well in 

Creamy Rose Parma Pasta

Creamy Rose Parma Pasta

Located in the Emilia-Romagna region of north central Italy, Parma is the birthplace of prosciutto. This sauce highlights the flavours of the highest quality Prosciutto di Parma DOP made with only two ingredients. Specially bred Italian pigs and salt, which takes a minimum of a 

Jasmine Rice

Jasmine Rice

Named after the sweet smell of the native Jasmine Flower of Thailand, Jasmine Rice is slightly sticky even when cooked el dente. Jasmine Rice needs rinsing to remove the starch and if you have the time, let it “dry” a bit before cooking.