Tapenade

I have long been on the search for the perfect tapenade.  When my daughters graduated from high school, I bought the most …

Brussels Sprouts

While the girls were home on break, I decided to roast some Brussels sprouts as a side veggie to go with our …

Green Smoothie

We’re almost halfway through January, so it’s about time I posted a healthy recipe.  Are you getting your 5-a-day servings of fruits …

Mama Musto’s Lentil Soup

This lentil soup is one of many in my Sicilian mom’s arsenal of pasta e fagioli (pasta and beans) recipes.  Of course, …

JoAnn’s Broccoli Casserole

The last time my daughter Amy was home from school, she and her boyfriend Blake made this delicious broccoli casserole for Roger …

Fried Green Tomatoes

Last weekend, Roger and I went up to Madison, Wisconsin, to celebrate my birthday and to visit Sara, our badger daughter.  Our …

Green Bean Salad

Another hot summer day—another cold summer salad!  This green bean salad which I make whenever I find good-looking fresh green beans on …