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Meatloaf is a standard in many home kitchens. For many people meatloaf is immediately associated with mashed potatoes and gravy, and it evokes childhood memories. Meatloaf and mashed potatoes is comfort food to be eaten when it’s cold outside and we need to feel the warmth of hearth and home. I would never take away […]
Marinated artichoke hearts with tarragon
Baked wild shrimp with ***Ajvar and feta
Mozzarella balls with basil and red pepper flakes
* Roasted tomatoes with garlic
** Italian salami
** Prosciutto di Parma
** Olives
** Baby arugula
Polpettone stuffed with eggplant and smoked mozzarella
Sautéed spinach / Roasted asparagus and zucchini
Gratin of pears, blueberries and mascarpone cheese
Coconut oatmeal ginger cookies
* Purchased at Bristol Farms
** Purchased at Trader Joe’s
*** Available at my Amazon Affiliate Store
It was a weeknight and my friend Maria was coming over for dinner. I’ve known Maria for 30 years. (Is it really that long?). Maria doesn’t cook but she eats real food, so it’s always fun to make dinner for her. She doesn’t eat mushrooms, loves artichokes and will try anything I prepare. This was […]
