Recipezaar: Cuisine,Southern Europe (Mediterranean) recipes

Starflower's Healthy Chicken Parmesan

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:25:46 -0400

I grew up in an Italian family, and love all the classic Italian foods, but wanted to make a version of the chicken parmesan that wouldn't be quite as unhealthy. Everyone always says how good this is, and it is so easy to make. You don't have to stand over the stove frying away, just pop it in the oven for the same great taste. -- posted by Starflower

Cannoli Parfait

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:34:33 -0400

This divine parfait can double as breakfast or dessert -- posted by GingerlyJ

Pressed Cheese Sandwiches

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:37:34 -0400

Simple is the best way to start off a meal. Alex sure knows how to dress a simple sandwich and make it super! :) These are best chilled overnight before cooking, so make the day before eating! Recipe courtesy Alex Guarnaschelli From the new show: Alex's Day Off Episode: Dinner with Friends -- posted by Sharon123

Lemon Caper Stuffed Eggs

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:10:28 -0400

These make great appetizers for a party or a first course for dinner, or a yummy snack. You could put these in the lunch box too! Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. -- posted by Sharon123

Torta Della Nonna

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:11:23 -0400

This is from a local Aust magazine "Italianicious" - Autumn 2006. -- posted by Coasty

Italian Bow Tie Vegetable Soup

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:00:00 -0400

As the temperature drops and winter fast approaches, keep your family warm with a classic FRENCH'S® favorite Italian Bow Tie Vegetable Soup. -- posted by French's Kitchen

Stuffed Red Peppers With Cheesy Polenta and Green Chiles

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:03:34 -0400

Yum! Red bell peppers stuffed with polenta, chiles, and cheese! Add in a little cream and you have a dish you will love! Adapted from Southern Living Magazine, July 2004 -- posted by Sharon123

Penne With Eggplant Puree Recipe

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:18:39 -0400

Another easy way to get the kids to eat their veggies. What kid doesn't love pasta? -- posted by Jencathen

Ragu Bolognese (Oamc)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:20:06 -0400

A hearty, classic meaty sauce that goes down well with everyone. Freeze in portions in a sealed container and freeze for up to one month. Defrost in the fridge when ready to use and reheat fully. -- posted by English_Rose

10 Point Weight Watchers Friendly Spaghetti & Meatballs

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:21:44 -0400

I came up with this recipe when my husband and I had a craving for meatballs when we were doing weight watchers. I've included the brand names of the ingredients for those of you counting points so you can get the exact same thing. Enjoy! -- posted by Cucina Italiana de Pepe

Nutty Roasted Garlic Ricotta Spread

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:29:51 -0400

Sounds fabulous and placed here for safe keeping. They suggest serving it on toasted slices of baguette that have been rubbed with raw garlic but I have to imagine it would be great with raw veggies too. Recipe from Sauce Magazine, October 2009. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Pumpkin Pistachio Cannoli

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:28:27 -0400

I love Cannoli's! The best are from the North End of Boston at Mike's Pastry. Here is a Cannoli recipe for the fall or Thanksgiving!! -- posted by "Food:The Way To Anyone's Heart"

Sour Cherry and Almond Spoon Sweet

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:10:58 -0400

Another yummy spoon sweet recipe! This particular recipe is from figbaywine.blogspot.com***************************************************************************************"This description of what a "spoon sweet" is is from "The World Of Greece: Odyssey" Magazine - May/June 2008 issue. "Syrup-laden baklavas, karydopitta, or even the thicker, cakey ravani-style desserts are served on holidays and special occasions, but the everyday sweet is customarily a spoonful of a glyko koutaliou. To this day, spoon sweets are a traditional offering, literally a sweet welcome for visitors into the Greek home, whether theyve come for a chat or on a more formal occasion. Spoon sweets are also served at the village kafeneion, a teaspoon-sized serving on a small dish set before the guest or visitor with a glass of iced water and a cup of strong Greek coffee. Traditionally each household put up their own spoon sweets according to the availability of fruit in season. Sweets were made in small quantities, usually to recipes handed down from one generation to the next." * * * ************************************************************************************** Keeps in the fridge for 4 6 months. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Amarula Malva Pudding Topped With Custard and Toasted Almonds

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:33:42 -0400

From the September 4, 2009 edition of Athens Plus Magazine. This pudding looks more like a cake, sort of like bread pudding, which doesn't look anything like an American pudding dessert. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Venison Pie With Sour Cream and Rosemary Crust

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:34:44 -0400

From the September 4, 2009 edition of Athens Plus Magazine. I'm not entirely sure what "BBQ Spice" is. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Thanksgiving Cranberry Fig Jam

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:37:50 -0400

Aah! The last of the figs from my garden. Thanksgiving is 1 month away so I added cranberries, ginger root, orange, and vanilla. Try it on your turkey or pork roast. Also great on scones or warmed over pancakes making a wonderful holiday breakfast. -- posted by ~Rita~

Baked Eggplant With Cheese

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:35:24 -0400

From the July 10, 2009 issue of Athens Plus magazine. This recipe is from Dina Nikolaou. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Chicken Rissoles With Thyme and Ginger

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:35:15 -0400

From the June 26, 2009 edition of Athens Plus by Nena Ismyrnoglou. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Layered Vegetable Torte

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:10:37 -0400

Originally found on www.designspongeonline.com Can't wait to try it! -- posted by mewack

Guiseppe's Real Italian Pasta With Pork and Broccoli

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:13:00 -0400

I learned to cook this dish from a visiting Italian artist and it is just wonderful. He used about triple the amount of olive oil I can bring myself to pour in, but either way is delightful. All of the amounts here are estimates - just use what looks right or suits your crowd. -- posted by Chef #847456

Italian Chocolate and Nut Cake (Panforte)

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:14:15 -0400

Just saw this on five's Cooking the Books and wanted to hang onto it. It comes from Fantastico! recipe book by Gino D'Acampo. I love the idea of a quick chocolate fix that looks elegant and doesn't require cooking! Cooking time = cooling time, 2 hours for 'cake' to set, then another hour for the topping to set. (Note: contains raw egg whites) -- posted by KWB

Creamy Pasta & Tomato With Italian Sausage

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:15:02 -0400

I just made the one of the best creamy macaroni and tomato dish Ive ever had! I got tired of the same old stuff and started experimentingIts quick, pretty cheap, easy to make and very versatile. Try it with sweet, spicy or mild Italian sausage or even ground beef, turkey or chicken. -- posted by kcdelong

Perfect Moussaka

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:09:02 -0400

This is adapted from a Claudia Roden recipe. This is my version of her classic. It gets rave reviews every time. -- posted by Karen in Toronto

Roman Rag Soup - Stracciatella

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:21:25 -0500

This version of stracciatella is a bit different from the others on this site already. It uses 2 kinds of broth, and the "rags" are made slightly different. It makes a very economical soup in very little time. -- posted by Sweet PQ?

Portugese Beans

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:02 -0500

Great for large parties. Even better the next day! -- posted by Bizzy-Bee

Toasted Pita Salad

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:26:16 -0500

From Cooking Light, August 2009. It took me this long to get around to trying it.....too busy cooking Zaar recipes! Cook time includes cooking time and standing time! -- posted by breezermom

Olive Crostini

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:20:46 -0500

This is a wonderful first course; our son, who wouldn't eat an olive if he fell on it, devours these each time I serve them. I thought that I would have a little of the mix to take home when I took this to a dinner party recently; alas, the host would not let it leave her home! -- posted by cmacooks

Beautiful Garlic Bread

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:59:51 -0500

This garlic bread is so yummy, and it's really pretty. People are always impressed when I serve it. I started putting paprika on my garlic bread after having it that way at a really good, little Italian restaraunt in Flagstaff, AZ. The paprika is more for looks than anything...the flavor is really subtle. -- posted by Robyn's Cookin'

Baked Chicken Parmesan

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:29:20 -0500

A healthier but just as good version! -- posted by emma1222

Nigredo Pizza

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:03:08 -0500

I created this last night and it was so good that I thought I would share it. I made two large ones and they were devoured. You can make this pizza thin and dainty on a large round pizza pan or use a 9 x 13 baking dish and pile the toppings so high it's almost a casserole. I made one of each and the latter option seems to be the favorite. Make sure you have a knife and fork! For the crust and sauce you can make your own from scratch to make it even more special but another good option to save time and effort without sacrificing taste would be getting good quality authentic Italian pizza sauce and/or crust mix from a grocer that has a decent specialty selection like Kroger, Trader Joe's or the Fresh Market. I don't recommend a pre-made crust. -- posted by NightmareHeaven

Smeared Tomato Bruschetta W/Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Torn Basil

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:03:23 -0500

Chef's note: These bruschetta should be prepared at the last minute. Do use a good quality salt and extra virgin olive oil for this recipe as it makes all the difference in the world. I like adding slices of fresh mozzarella to this yummy dish. I got this recipe from Michael Chiarello's NapaStyle website. I love saving my favorite recipes on Zaar! -- posted by By The Lake

Emeril Lagasse's Shrimp & Pasta

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:55:56 -0500

From Emeril's new Emeril 20-40-60 cookbook. DH saw Emeril make it on Regis and Kelly this morning and made it for himself by 11am! Really beautiful, simple and spicy! Sure to be one of DH's favorites! -- posted by Hadice

Jeff Smith's Lemon Olive Oil

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:56:20 -0500

From "The Frugal Gourmet Cooks Italian" (Wm. Morrow, 1993) Wonderful on salads, pasta, grilled fish and more. Simple to make. If you do not have a mortar and pestle a food processor will do the job, too. -- posted by Zeldaz

Ocean King Prawns Spanish Style

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:48:56 -0500

From a local newspaper in Souther Queensland (Great Barrier Reef)... -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Cheesy Chicken Penne Pasta Bake

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:50:37 -0500

I am always looking for simple yet filling casserole type recipes to fix for busy weeknights. I found this recipe at our local grocery store. Delicious and very easy to make! -- posted by delainey

Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:09:10 -0500

Delicious alternative to a tomato bruschetta. Or serve both for variety! -- posted by aricia

Italian Wedding Soup

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:13:03 -0500

A combo of several wonderful Wedding Soup recipes.... -- posted by dukeswalker

Alternative Lasagna

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:22:45 -0500

**A new twist on an old favorite. No ground beef or tomatoes in this one! -- posted by Jenny M

Lacinto Kale Salad With Dried Cranberries and Walnuts

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:53:41 -0500

Another delicious Anna Thomas recipe. It's strongly recommended to use Lacinto kale (also known as dinosaur, black or Tuscan) in this recipe and not standard kale. Also, I tried myzithra cheese in the salad and used very little sea salt. -- posted by Cookgirl

Creamy Greek Salad Dressing

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:24:14 -0500

A couple of my favorite Greek restaraunts of all time serve their salads with a creamy Greek dressing. I assumed it was a common occurance until I started searching for recipes so I could duplicate it at home. I'm so happy to have finally found one on this site (Recipe #59898)! All the non-creamy dressings are too tart for me (and believe me, I've tried several)...this one hits the spot!! The credit for this recipe should be given to evelyn/athens...mine is only a slight modification of hers. (Mine includes homemade buttermilk and less feta.) -- posted by Robyn's Cookin'

Marinated Butternut Squash(Scapece Di Zucca)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:37:24 -0500

From the cookbook Today's Kitchen cookbook(America's No. 1 Morning Show) this was made by Mario Batali. Yum! -- posted by Sharon123

Old Fashion Donuts (Basque Rosquillas)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:19:52 -0500

This was my beloved amatxu's (mom's in basque) recipe for donuts. We used to eat the all the time during cold winter afternoons with spanish style chocolate (that means ridiculously thick hot chocolate... yum!!!). I just wanted to share her awsome coocking with everybody. They are delicuious and very easy to make. The anissette kick is wonderful!!! Enjoy -- posted by Holmes Basque

Mamma Mia Popcorn

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:22:09 -0500

Easy Italian popcorn. -- posted by littlemafia

Ricciarelli - Italian Almond Cookies

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:27:09 -0500

Fantastic almond cookies from the Tuscan town of Siena, Italy. These wonderful cookies are very popular year around, but especially at Christmas time! -- posted by BecR

Poppy Seed Dressing

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:43:22 -0500

This makes a great dipping sauce for my "BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Appetizer". I make my own Tarragon Vinegar to use, but a good Cider Vinegar will work fine. -- posted by Grace of West Jefferson & Son

Yet Another Mediterranean Burger

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:43:24 -0500

These burgers were just something I whipped together one day and were inspired by my love for falafel and other Mediterranean food. I hope you enjoy them as much as my family does. -- posted by Sconkworks

Creamy Oven-Roasted Polenta With Chives

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:31:19 -0500

Who knew that you could make creamy, delicious polenta in the oven without ever having to stir it! Make this once and you'll never make polenta any other way! -- posted by Chef Art

Super Easy Pasta Carbonara

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:31:04 -0500

This recipe is from The Silver Palate cookbook. It comes together very quickly - especially if you precook the bacon. I usually do it on the weekend in the oven, remove, drain and paper towels on a plate in the fridge. For the weekday meal, I take the bacon out of the fridge, rough chop it and microwave for about 45 seconds. It's easy and delicious. -- posted by Elle Anderson

Farfalle With Chicken, Mushrooms, Spinach and Ricotta Cheese

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:53:29 -0500

This is a nice light pasta - the sauce isn't heavy (or, really, very saucy at all) and the ricotta makes it just a touch creamy. It's also quite healthy. This is one of those recipes that can be made quickly with what you have in the kitchen! Instead of overdoing the pasta - we used whole wheat pasta & bulked it up with veggies and lean chicken breast. The finished dish is very eye appealing and tastes marvelous! ellysaysopa.com. :) -- posted by Manami

Greek Meatballs, Feta Yogurt Sauce and Lemon Couscous

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:58:50 -0500

Yummy, a whole different way to eat meatballs. No Italian sauce, but a creamy Feta sauce and lemon couscous to serve everything over versus pasta. It really is great and honestly doesn't take long. Couscous as you know takes 5 minutes. I make the dressing ahead and you are only left with the meatballs which you can actually make ahead, refrigerate or freeze and then make later. A salad on the side with a lemon vinaigrette and fresh tomatoes and dinner. Can't get much easier. Give it a try, you will love it if you enjoy greek flavors like me. -- posted by SarasotaCook

How to Make Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:10:28 -0500

These gourmet treats have a hefty price tag in stores.. it's really not so hard to just make them yourselves -- posted by GingerlyJ

Sicilian Beef Short Ribs

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:37:43 -0500

Recipe is from the 2009 National Beef Cook Off. -- posted by SweetJezebel

Minestra With Sweet Sausage

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:56:41 -0500

This recipe is from Rachael Ray. -- posted by Lainey6605

Cherry Tomato and Ravioli Soup

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:59:41 -0500

Adapted from a Rachael Ray recipe. -- posted by Lainey6605

Paella

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:05:04 -0500

A traditional Spanish rice dish as told by Eva. -- posted by Chef #826662

Katie Couric's Lemon Chicken

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:44:51 -0500

Gleaned from the Today's Kitchen Cookbook, recipes from the Today show. This is from Katie Couric. -- posted by Sharon123

Meat Balls and Gravy

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:19:25 -0500

Growing up in my Sicilian family, we would never had spaghetti and meatballs, we called it. "Macaroni and Gravy." This is an adaption of what I grew up eating. I usually make this measuring with my eyes so the seasoning are approximate- you may have to ajust to taste. I make it in large batches and freeze leftovers for later meals. -- posted by Meliciously Good

Spicy Marinara Sauce

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:55:06 -0500

This is a great sauce for those weekend pasta meals when you have the extra time. My favorite thing about making my own sauce is the aroma that fills your house. Everyone comes to the dinner table hungry. -- posted by Bread 'n Butter

Cumin Roasted Beetroot and Yoghurt

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:14:41 -0500

A recipe from "The Sydney Morning Herald" 20 Oct 2009 -- posted by Coasty

Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomato, Artichoke, Spinach, Feta Pizza

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:30:18 -0500

Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this is our absolute favorite pizza! Pesto sauce and topping amounts can be easily modified, we usually don't measure the vegetables. -- posted by The Wallaces

Tuna and Pepper Panini Melt

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:50:32 -0500

I recently acquired a panini grill and this is the first recipe that I tried on it. And is it ever good! -- posted by Irmgard

Shelle's Stuffed Shells

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:55:32 -0500

I've played around with this recipe for awhile and this version has become the family favorite. It's also great for potlucks and entertaining. This is a one pan size but you can easily use the whole box of shells and double the rest of the recipe. Enjoy! -- posted by MomMakesDinner

Spaghetti With Braised Kale (Bon Appétit)

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:59:38 -0500

An easy vegetarian (or vegan) recipe from Molly Wizenberg printed in Bon Appétit (October 2009). Lacitano kale is also called Tuscan kale or dinosaur kale. This recipe is very adaptable. You can add shallots, red pepper flakes, or other herbs and spices. Season with salt and pepper. -- posted by blucoat

Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:18:25 -0500

These are my own creation....my friends have raved about them at dinner parties! I combined my favorite aspects of two different stuffed grape leaves recipes to come up with this. They are a bit amount of work, but well worth the effort for a special occasion or dinner party! You could also add a medium onion, I don't because I don't like onions. -- posted by The Wallaces

Chicken Cacciatore With Oven Roasted Vegetables

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:28:20 -0500

This is from Epicurious. I was looking for a more sophisticated Chicken Cacciatore to serve for dinner. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Everyday Roasted Duck

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:04:55 -0500

Lidia Bastianich--Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy; Lombardy -- posted by ratherbeswimmin'

Petto Di Pollo Con Gorgonzola

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:28:17 -0500

Recipe is from La Finestra restaurant in Tarzana, California. -- posted by SweetJezebel

My Greek Salad

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:47:39 -0500

I don't remember where I got this recipe, but the dressing is sooooo good!!! The measurements make A LOT....it is what I used when making it for parties, so if you need only a small amount, please cut it down. -- posted by Brisket in Roses

Artichoke Chicken Pizza

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:10:16 -0500

A delicious and unique pizza that uses Monterey Jack cheese and an unusual sauce made out of artichoke marinade liquid, vinegar, and spices. Adapted from cooks.com recipe. The original called for a 16 oz Boboli bread shell, but we haven't tried that. -- posted by The Wallaces

Chorizo Tomato Sauce (For Pasta or Chicken)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:47:12 -0500

I'll continue to tweak this one, I'm sure, but this is my current version. At these amounts, it makes a good bit of sauce. Number of servings listed is my guesstimate for pasta, which is what I originally came up with this for. I had some leftover in the fridge this afternoon, though, and tried it over a leftover chicken breast. Yum! Makes me wonder what else this might work on... -- posted by Cluich

Carbonara Sauce

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:38:17 -0500

A nice fast tasty carbonara sauce. -- posted by Buster's friend

Roman Spinach Chicken With Orzo

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:27:53 -0500

Nice change of pace from tomato-based Italian chicken dishes. -- posted by The Wallaces

Chicken Messina With Orzo

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:51:44 -0500

Chicken in balsamic and capers sauce topped with feta cheese. -- posted by The Wallaces

Angel Hair Pasta With Prosciutto and Wild Mushrooms

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:28:26 -0500

Easy and elegant, a perfect romantic dinner for mushroom lovers! The wild mushrooms can be anything you like. The recipe recommends morels, chanterelles, shitake, oyster mushrooms, or a combination of them. We have only tried this with shitake so far with excellent results. -- posted by The Wallaces

Fregolata, an Italian Crumb Cookie

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 12:16:25 -0500

Fregolata is an oversized crumb cookie from Italy. It's perfect for family dinners or snowy holidays with guests around the table. You couldn't go wrong serving it with espresso or cappuccino. It's very easy to make too which is a plus. -- posted by Annacia

Chicken Breasts With Portabella Mushrooms

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:09:44 -0500

Impressive dish with minimal effort involved. Perfect for a dinner party or romantic dinner! -- posted by The Wallaces

Garlic and Oregano Pizza Dough

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:13:49 -0500

I used this for a pizza party I had recently, and it was a huge hit! It works best with white pizzas (using olive oil and herbs or pesto as a sauce). The crust is amazingly tasty, and quite flavorful. It also cooks up incredibly crispy on the outside, and tender and chewy on the inside. It's a perfect pizza dough. -- posted by Obsidian468

Beef Braised in Barolo Wine (Brasato)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:16:09 -0500

Brasato al Barolo is one of the classic, elegant Piemontese dishes, and really does require a hearty red wine, ideally Barolo (though you could use other hearty red wines, e.g. Chianti, Brunello, or Taurasi), to come out right. Save it for a special occasion, and you'll be quite pleased with the results. -- posted by Phil Franco

Spiced Sirloin Rice (Teta Rice)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:32:49 -0500

My Grandmother (Teta) made this dish as an accompaniment to Chicken, Pork, or Lamb dishes. My son will make a meal out of it on its own. The yogurt and pine nuts really enhance the flavour, but are optional. To truly enjoy this I would not recommend using ground beef. It also very easily reheats and can be frozen as well. -- posted by King Lu

Sandy's Spaghetti Sauce

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:51:59 -0500

Another creation by my mother-in-law, who is one of those cooks that can come up with delicious recipes off the top of her head! The sauce is more chunky than smooth texture. Yield: Enough sauce for about 1 lb of pasta. -- posted by The Wallaces

Monica & Jamie's Hummas

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:54:22 -0500

Jamie and I own a graphic design business. One of our clients owns a Persian restaurant with a terrific Hummas appetizer. This inspired us to try our own hand at it. After trying many recipies, we've created this version with an array of the ingredients we liked best from what we tried. Here's my recipe, not too bad if I do say so myself! -- posted by Monica & Jamie Pearson

Cunetto's Chicken Spedini

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:55:37 -0500

I LOVE Cunetto's House of Pasta. I found this recipe at recipegoldmine.com. I havent tried it yet. Cooking time includes marinating time. -- posted by jrivera

Homemade Pasta

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:38:12 -0500

Easy homemade pasta, that is fast, and always delicious. Homemade pasta is a treat!!! Bon Appetite -- posted by CIA Trained Chef

Cunetto's Tutto Mare

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:41:15 -0500

I found this online on a search for recipe's from Cunetto's house of Pasta in St. Louis. I havent tried it yet but I usually order this when I go to the restaurant. It is wonderful. -- posted by jrivera

Sarasota's Speedy Chicken Cacciatore Soup

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:26:30 -0500

This was in a small cookbook I bought at a Christmas Holiday Sale, probably 10 years back. It was submitted by Ellen Yatze, from Ft. Myers Florida. Ellen, it is a great soup! It is funny how going through my old recipe boxes, I have all these old hand written recipes, I have yet to type up - ones I simply forgot about. The title says it all. But what I like about this is how quick it cooks up. Other than chopping your chicken (I used a store bought rotisserie) and basil, and cooking the bacon, the rest is open the can or jar and add to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes and you have a hearty soup. By all means, when I have time, I would be using chicken breasts, fresh onions and would roast my own red peppers, but the whole idea behind this soup is "quick!" She suggested serving it with some parmesan polenta and of course with the olive and basil garnish. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Tuscan White Bean Ragout

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:31:34 -0500

Eaten on it's own, or used in other dishes, this is good! This hearty stew packs lots of flavor and nutrition! Adapted from The Everything Vegetarian Cookbook by Jay Weinstein. -- posted by Sharon123

Bom Dia, Breakfast Muffins from the Cafe Sintra

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:53:32 -0500

These delicious Portuguese-American muffins are served at the Cafe Sintra, a Portuguese restaurant in Oregon. The owner of the cafe named then Bom Dia, "good morning" in portuguese, because his customers love to order them with their morning coffee. This recipe was published in the Los Angeles Times, reader request column, on October 1, 2003. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Greek Pasta Pie

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:01:09 -0500

The third of three pasta pies from an old BH&G cookbook. -- posted by The Wallaces

Cunetto's Salad

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:24:46 -0500

I found this recipe at cookbooks4sale.com. I LOVE Cunetto's salad so I cannot wait to try this! -- posted by jrivera

Smoked Venison Penne

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:03:40 -0500

A quick and easy supper dish with an impressive ingredient that packs a powerful flavour punch. -- posted by LP3000

Goat Cheese and Rosemary Polenta

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:23:05 -0500

I have made some fun variations adding cayenne, using demiglace, etc. -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Goat Cheese and Zucchini Linguini

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:30:54 -0500

A healthy (well healthier) take on alfredo... I recommend buying your goat cheese in a fresh log and crumbling it yourself as it retains more moisture and melts better! -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:34:25 -0500

Super easy! Excellent with the recipe I posted for roasted garlic and herbed creme fraiche and alongside whipped or spiced sweet potatoes...check some of my other recipes. Also great as an appetizer -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Torrijas- Spanish French Toast

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:21:43 -0500

I found this on reciperewards.com. Depends on the bread how many slices you'll get. -- posted by littlemafia

Antipasto Salad from Gooseberry Patch

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:40:23 -0500

This is a flavorful make-ahead salad which can also double as antipasto if you serve it with toothpicks. Serve the salad with a slotted spoon. This is very easy to put together yet is a crowd-pleaser. Notice that you make this the day before to allow flavors to marry. -- posted by Lorraine of AZ

Sneaky and Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:15:14 -0500

Lots of nutrition packed into a pasta sauce and nobody needs to know! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Greek-Style Burgers

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:52:32 -0500

Greek-style feta and olive spread served with hamburgers in pita bread! Use whatever kind of ground meat you like for the hamburgers (beef, lamb, turkey). We have made these with ground turkey with great results. -- posted by The Wallaces

Italian Turkey Burgers

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:15:01 -0500

Nice change from boring everyday hamburgers. The original recipe also calls for 1/2 tsp salt, but we don't use. -- posted by The Wallaces

Italian Sausage and Rice

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:42:46 -0500

I picked this up from the Stater Bros Menu Butler program. I only tried it once but with white rice and it turned out very mushy but tasty. -- posted by kimemeki

Fried Garbanzo Polenta - Panelle

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:15:22 -0500

This is great on it's own, but also great served much like you would grilled bread slices to go with robust stews and pasta sauces. Very light tasting. I love these much better than regular cornmeal polenta. -- posted by Rinshinomori