Tag: antipasto

Marinated Mushroom Salad

Marinated Mushroom Salad

Its that time of year again! Merry Christmas to everyone! A jar of homemade marinated vegetables is a stable in most Italian pantries and this marinated mushroom salad is a particular favorite of mine and one that can be prepared anytime of year.  It a 

Zucchini Flowers are in bloom!  (Fiori di Zucca)

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 

Easy Antipasto Skewers

Easy Antipasto Skewers

Ever need a appy in a hurry??  …Here is a quick and beautiful way to serve antipasto without much planning or shopping ahead.. These tiny morsels of goodness are usually found in every Italian refrigerator or freezer. The wooden skewers pack up easily for an 

Mussels in Spicy Tomato Broth

Mussels in Spicy Tomato Broth

Those of us who live on the coast enjoy long weekends at the beach and warm moonlit evenings dining “Al Fresco”.  Summer meals are light and fresh and easy to prepare and the sea offers an abundant variety of fresh fish and shellfish.  Our mussels 

Francesca’s Grilled Summer Veggie Platter

Francesca’s Grilled Summer Veggie Platter

Francesca is the first-born Sorella of 3 Italian Sisters and her cooking style and technique most resembles our mother’s   However. this grilled veggie platter is her own creation and a big hit for summertime family gatherings.   Take notice how beautifully the vegetables are