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Baked Manicotti Shells Recipe with Homemade Manicotti Shells!
Here's a wonderful recipe for Baked Manicotti Shells that my grandniece Leah just loves. This recipe actually features homemade shells - it makes all the difference. We just love it and I hope you will too. Ingredients for Homemade Shells 5-6 Eggs 1 1/4 cup Flour 1/4 tsp. Salt 1 tsp. Butter 1 1/4 cup Water Instructions For Shells 1) In Medium Bowl, combine your eggs, flour, Read more [...]Categories: entree Tags: baked manicotti, cheese, eggs, flour, homemade, manicotti, parmesan, parsley, ricotta, shells
Ravioli Con Ricotta Recipe (Cheese-Filled Ravioli)
Here's a traditional recipe for Cheese-Filled Ravioli, which we call "Ravioli Con Ricotta." It's quite easy to make and I hope you give it a try, because once you make this recipe, you'll never go back to store-bought ravioli. Let me know what you think once you make it. Ingredients for Dough: 4 cups Flour 4 Eggs 2 Eggshells of warm water Salt to taste Instructions for Dough: 1) Read more [...]Categories: entree Tags: cheese ravioli, dough, eggs, flour, parmesan cheese, parsley, ravioli, ricotta
Baked Lasagne with Meat Balls
Here's a recipe for Baked Lasagne with Meat Balls that I loved to make with my granddaughter Shawn. It's a hearty meal that will satisfy your whole family - and still have enough for leftovers. It's a bit of a twist on the typical lasagne recipe because this one uses meatballs as the filling - mmmm. Ingredients: 3/4 lb. lean ground beef 1 lb. Mozzarella cheese, cubed 1/2 tsp. salt 1 Read more [...]Categories: entree Tags: baked lasagne, balls, beef, cheese, lasagne, lemon, meat, meatballs, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, ricotta, sauce
To-To’s are Italian Chocolate Cookies to die for
If you've never had To-To's, you're really missing out on a great Italian Dessert. To-To's are Chocolate Cookies that are so tasty you'll make them again and again - and be the envy of all your friends. Instructions: 2 1/2 cups Flour 1/3 cup Shortening 1/2 cup Sugar 5 Tbsp Cocoa 1/2 tsp. Ground Cloves 1 Tbsp. Baking Powder 1 cup Milk 1/2 lb. Walnuts (chopped) Instructions: 1) Read more [...]Categories: dessert Tags: baking powder, chocolate, chocolate cookies, cloves, cocoa, cookie dough, cookies, dessert, flour, icing, milk, shortening, sugar, to-to's
Pasqualina’s World Famous Pickled Eggs
OK, my friends, I must really like you because I'm about to share with you my ultra secret, world-famous recipe for Pickled Eggs! It doesn't get any better than this, so if you like Pickled Eggs, I hope you'll enjoy this recipe. Please let me know what you think. Ingredients: 2 cans (8oz) Beets 3/4 cup Sugar 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar 1/4 tsp. Pepper 1 cup Water (cold) 3/4 tsp. Read more [...]Categories: appetizer Tags: allspice, appetizer, beer, beet juice, beets, eggs, pickled eggs, pickling spices, sugar, vinegar
Italian Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushrooms make a great appetizer and this recipe for Italian Stuffed Mushrooms will really make your friends' mouth water. Try it and let me know what you think. Ingredients: 16 Mushrooms (Large) 1/2 lb. of Italian Sausage (we like spicy, but you can use mild if you like) Salt and Pepper to taste Instructions: 1) Remove the sausage from it's casing and place it in a large Read more [...]Let’s Make Tiramisu
If you've ever been to an Italian Eatery, you've probably had Tiramisu and wished you could make it yourself at home. Well, now you can - with this easy recipe. One bite and you'll swear you went to Dessert Heaven. Buono! Ingredients: 1 Pound Cake 1/2 cup Mascarpone Cheese 4 oz Light Cream Cheese 2 Tbsp Confectioner's Sugar 1/4 cup Coffee Liquer (such as Kahlua) 2 cup Whipped Topping 1 Read more [...]Categories: dessert Tags: cocoa, coffee, cream cheese, dessert, kahlua, mascarpone, pound cake, sugar, tiramisu, whipped cream
How to Make Bacala Soup (Italian Fish Soup with Red Broth)
This is a wonderful fish soup that's traditionally served on Christmas Eve and other special occasions, but it's simple enough that you can make it any time. The flavor is fantastic and I think you will really enjoy it. If you make it, please let us know how you liked it. Ingredients: 1 medium Onion (diced) 3 Celery stalks (diced) 1/4 cup Olive Oil 1 Large Can (16oz) Crushed Tomatoes 1/2 Read more [...]Categories: soups Tags: bacala, celery, christmas, christmas eve, clams, cod, crushed tomatoes, fish, holiday, italian, olive oil, onion, potatoes, tomatoes