Monthly Archives: December 2010

Lasagna

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Peter Bocchieri

Lasagna is as well known an Italian dish as spaghetti and meatballs. There are many different ways to make lasagna. In southern Italy lasagna is made with a rich ragu meat sauce either of pork or beef and ricotta cheese. … Continue reading →

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Red Wine Struffoli

Posted on December 11, 2010 by Peter Bocchieri

My earliest memory of Santa Claus was when I was 4 years old. Yes, I met Santa. He came to my bedroom when I was sleeping and woke me from a sound sleep. Gave me a gift that I unwrapped, still … Continue reading →

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Lox

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Peter Bocchieri

Alright, I know what you’re thinking. What does Lox have to do with Italian comfort food. Absolutely nothing.  Unfortunately I didn’t even start eating lox until I was well into my 30’s. This was not something grandma put out with … Continue reading →

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Pasta cui vroccoli arriminati – Pasta with Cauliflower

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Peter Bocchieri

It’s amazing the things we remember growing up. Back in the 60’s I used to watch a TV show that featured the “Cool Ghoul”, Zacherley. Zacherley used to host programs that showed horror movies and back in the 60’s he hosted Chiller Theatre, … Continue reading →

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