Italian

Rocky Road Ice Cream Cake

NOTE:  I make this cake for Father’s Day, and really, all through the summer.  It is pure delight, loaded with lot’s of chocolate ganache, cookie crumbs, and candied pecans.  The whole family will love this cake, especially dad. 

Rosalie’s Meat Sauce over Rigatoni

NOTE:  This dish is wonderful, and so easy to make.  You will love the tenderness of the meat made with ground turkey, along with the savory sauce served over rigatoni.  This is a must-have recipe.

Sesame Seed Dinner Rolls

NOTE:   These rolls are crunchy and delicious and are perfect to accompany any soup or meat entree.  Serve them hot with a pat of butter and watch them disappear. 

White Yogurt Pudding Cake

NOTE: This cake is like a mouth full of satin from the texture to the filling.  The buttercream icing has the flavor of almond that gives it a wedding cake feel.  Topped with shredded coconut, it is irresistible.     

Beautiful Caprese Salad

NOTE:  This salad comes from the Isle of Capri, and could be one of the most popular of Italian salads.  If possible, use only vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh grown basil for the best flavor.

Pasta e Fagioli Soup

NOTE:  Pasta e Fagioli is a delicious classic Italian soup and can be found at most Italian restaurants. You will love this version, and the whole family will love you for making it.  Serve with your favorite crusty Italian bread.

Italian Spinach Salad

NOTE:  This is one salad recipe you will use over and over.  It is so full of flavor, and all topped off with a sweet sour sauce, that really brings it all together.  Yum!

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

NOTE:  This Creamy Mushroom Risotto is so smooth and delicious, it will taste like silk in your mouth. You will love this wonderful Italian dish, and it will go perfect on your Thanksgiving table.