Author: 3 Italian Sisters

Orecchiette Pasta with Cauliflower, Sausage and Cheese
November 17, 2016

Orecchiette Pasta with Cauliflower, Sausage and Cheese

In doing some research for my “Flavors of Puglia” cooking class,  I came across a food and travel blog called “Food Lovers Odessey”.  In one of Chef Kathy’s postings from 2012, she featured a trip to Salento where this pasta dish was thoughtfully prepared by …

Pasta
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Tuscan Inspired “Grape Focaccia”
November 9, 2016

Tuscan Inspired “Grape Focaccia”

Our 1st annual “3 Italian Sister Italian Exploration Tour” to Tuscany and Umbria was just amazing… What an enchanted experience.  Here are a few pics from our visit to the beautiful town of San Gimignano.   As we strolled along the lovely cobblestone streets of …

Appetizers, Desserts
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by 3 Italian Sisters
Nonna’s Fig Jam
August 16, 2016

Nonna’s Fig Jam

I can remember my grandparents beloved fig tree growing up. We would pick its juicy fruit and eat right off the tree. So It truly brings me back home when my husbands’ grandparents bring me figs from their tree! This year Nonna made her jam …

Fruit
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Summer Night Sipping
July 7, 2016

Summer Night Sipping

Amaretto is a popular Italian liqueur commonly enjoyed as a “digestivo” or after dinner drink. I wanted to balance out it’s sweet almond flavor by muddling tart cherries and topping with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. Served over crushed ice, it’s the perfect summer sipper!    …

Beverages
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by 3 Italian Sisters
Zucchini Flowers are in bloom! (Fiori di Zucca)
June 27, 2016

Zucchini Flowers are in bloom! (Fiori di Zucca)

Don’t you just love summertime?.. just look at these beautiful zucchini blossoms.  These were proudly displayed at a local farmer’s market in NJ and I just couldn’t resist buying a bunch to prepare as a delicious appetizer. In Italy, you will find zucchini flowers at …

Appetizers
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by 3 Italian Sisters