Roberto Abraham Scaruffi

Thursday, 8 March 2012


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From Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, your Guide to Home Cooking
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Black and White Chocolate Cake Recipe

This easy cake will satisfy both chocolate and vanilla lovers, without the need to make separate cakes or layers. It begins with a single cake mix, so it is fast to throw together, as well as economical. I like to use a 9-by13-inch baking pan, but it also works well in a Bundt pan. If you prefer perfectly even layers, simply bake the flavors separately in layer cake pans. .. Read more

Pasta Frittata Recipe

Frittatas are a great choice for lunch, brunch, or dinner. It provides protein and carbs all in one dish. The flavor components consist of bacon, tangy Fontina cheese, and green onions. Turkey bacon may be substituted for pork bacon and Swiss or Gruyere for the Fontina cheese. A green side salad will round out the meal. This version is very similar to the one served at the popular Olive Garden restaurant chain... Read more

Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette Recipe

Orange vinaigrette is a refreshing change for a salad dressing. It's even better made with fresh mandarin (clementine) orange juice, which is a bit sweeter than run-of-the-mill orange juice. Use wine vinegar for the tang, or bump it up with a good quality balsamic vinegar. This version cuts back a bit on the oil, but you won't miss it at all. Warm or cold, this is the perfect dressing for a spinach salad. .. Read more

Maple Syrup Recipes and Cooking Tips

Spring brings winter's thaw and with it, the running of the maple sap. The sugaring season begins as early as January and continues into April and sometimes even later, depending upon the weather. Unlike our ancestors, we need not wait for spring to arrive to enjoy pure maple syrup. Explore the rich history of maple syrup, how it is made, and how to avoid imposters. Then try some maple syrup recipes such as Maple Cocktail Spareribs, Maple Cream Candy, Maple Mustard Pork Tenderloin, and more... Read more