It’s Friday! This week has truly been a mixed bag. The low was that my granny has been in the hospital (prayers for her heart would be so appreciated); the high was that I was able to spend extra time with my sister this week. She truly is the best medicine. I feel like she […]
One of the many things I love about truly authentic Italian cooking is that it’s not unhealthy. Italians aren’t going to make a whole meal out of pasta and meatballs like we do in the states. There may be a small portion to begin with, followed with a plate of protein, salad, and possibly a […]
For my entire life, Nonna’s Chicken Soup has been a comfort to me. Whether I was sick or sick at heart, her soup has seen me through it. The thing is, like most of the things Nonna makes, you won’t ever catch me ordering them anywhere else. When you’re used to the best, it’s hard […]
Yes, your eyes do not deceive you. This is a recipe from Nonna and it is not an Italian item. I know. It’s madness, pure madness. But trust me, so are these Kolackys. They may be my favorite cookie in the world and there is no chocolate in them so you know they have to […]
I feel like I need a microphone to say something like: are you ready to rumble?????? This is by far the most popular of Nonna’s recipes and considering all of her recipes are amazing, this one is a doozy. When my parents divorced, my cousin’s on the other side bemoaned the lack of shells at holidays for […]