Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil)
NOTE: I can guarantee every Italian child grew up with this dish. We had it at least once a week and I can still smell the garlic. Use fresh curly parsley for best taste.
Garlic Crusted Brussels Sprouts
NOTE: People who don’t like Brussels sprouts love these because they are infused with the good olive oil and crusted on the outside with garlic. The smaller the better is a good rule for tenderness.
Italian Stuffed Green Pepper Soup
NOTE: This recipe is a keeper, and everyone who tries it, loves it. It is a hearty soul-warming soup full of peppers, vegetables, soft rice and Italian seasoned hamburger. One bite, and you will be hooked!
Roasted Salmon in Butter/Garlic Sauce
NOTE: This salmon is simply delicious, and even if you don’t like salmon, you many just love this recipe!
Bruschetta Bread with Tomatoes and Basil
NOTE: Bruschetta bread is any toasted bread with toppings as few as olive oil, cheese, and garlic. It is truly your own creation, adding your Italian favorites.
Italian Fried Mushrooms
NOTE: These little treasures will crunch in your mouth with a juicy mushroom, dipped in Italian breadcrumbs. A must-have recipe! To make more, just repeat the recipe.
Roasted Salmon in Butter/Garlic Sauce
NOTE: This salmon is so easy to make, and simply delicious. Serve with your favorite garlic/butter sauce over angel hair pasta.
Suggared Pecan Balls
NOTE: Need a sweet for the shower or birthday party? Look no further than these melt-in-your-mouth cookies. These little sugar balls are always a hit.
Gazpacho Soup
NOTE: This is a wonderful summertime cold soup that reminds me of a chopped up Italian salad. My aunt Irene Campise would combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, vinegar and oil, then dip hard Italian bread into the soup. It was so good!
Stuffed Shells with Marinara Sauce
NOTE: Everyone loves stuffed shells for the richness of the creamy ricotta cheese filling. Bathed in marinara sauce or even a light meat sauce, this dish is always a winner. Served with Italian salad and crusty Italian bread, everyone is happy.