Tag Archives: pasta

Pantry Meals

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Tina

I’ve noticed a lot of “pantry meals” talked about on the internet due to the Coronavirus. Here in Philly, a lot of restaurants have closed – and only the ones who have take-out licenses can remain open for business. So … Continue reading →

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Spinach Beef Ziti Bake

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Tina

I love a good casserole, something you can make ahead of time, and throw into the oven on a busy day. Ziti tossed with ground beef, tomatoes, and spinach, topped with mozzarella – a half hour in the oven, and … Continue reading →

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Chicken Noodle Soup

Posted on November 20, 2019 by Tina

Now that winter is approaching, Sundays are generally soup and sandwich nights. It’s easy, it’s comfort food, and there’s enough leftover for lunches the next day. This is a very basic recipe for chicken soup – chicken, carrots and celery. … Continue reading →

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Tomato Gravy with Onion & Butter

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Tina

This recipe originated with Marcella Hazan, I’ve been reading about it on various food blogs for years. All you need are three ingredients, a can of San Marzano tomatoes, an onion, and butter to make an amazing gravy. Simmer time … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti Puttanesca

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Tina

This is the greatest pasta dish ever, because it’s made from ingredients you can stock in your pantry. I like to call it “Snowbound Spaghetti” – canned crushed tomatoes, olive oil, capers, olives, anchovies, garlic, a pound of spaghetti – … Continue reading →

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A French Girl Makes Manicotti

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Tina

A week before Christmas, our neighbor Arlene gifts us with these magnificent oblong pillows stuffed with cheese, and individually rolled up in wax paper. They’re stored in the freezer, along with a loaf of Sarcone’s bread – awaiting a night … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Scampi

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Tina

Shrimp Scampi was on the menu for New Year’s Eve. It had been a busy day, and I wanted to make something that was special and out of the ordinary, but easy. This fit the bill. In the time it takes to cook … Continue reading →

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Fettuccine with Spicy Calamari

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Tina

This is what we had for dinner last night – it was Mother’s Day, and I was feeling peckish for calamari. Since it was my day, I indulged myself. It’s a fabulous, spicy dish that’s easy to make and can … Continue reading →

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Rice Noodle Pilaf

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Tina

I made this for dinner the other night. Before we dug in, I grabbed my camera and took a few photos, if only to prove that I do make other things besides pies. This pilaf is easy to make, pairs … Continue reading →

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