Panzanella-Palooza: The Summer Edition

Over the years I have sung the praises of the Panzanella Salad. Italian peasant fare, vegetables combined with dry bread cubes and a vinaigrette dressing. It is an established fact that if it is summer there will be panzanella salad in Mama D’s Kitchen of Love. This summer is no exception. In fact it has… Continue reading Panzanella-Palooza: The Summer Edition

Porcini Pasta Revisited

When something is wonderfully delicious, it earns the right to be made again. It also earns the right to be tweaked a little to make it even more wonderfully delicious. Porcini Pasta is just that kind of recipe. I first made it as a side dish to enhance grilled steak. It stole the show so… Continue reading Porcini Pasta Revisited

Chicken Breasts…the Right Stuff(ed)

As we began the Holiday Season, I shared a post about stuffed chicken breasts. Little did I know that when the new year began, that I would still be singing their praises. Not to sound like I am repeating myself, but I have come up with yet two more ideas for filling a chicken breast… Continue reading Chicken Breasts…the Right Stuff(ed)

The Season of Stuffed Poultry

It’s that time of year. The time when poultry becomes king (or queen) of the table. Soon Turkeys of all sizes will be transforming into golden centerpieces anchoring tables laden with foods rich and light, but mostly rich. I love Thanksgiving. After the prime reason of being thankful for all that we have, it is… Continue reading The Season of Stuffed Poultry

Whole Lotta Chili Goin’ On

As we leave Halloween behind and prepare to make a quick stop at Thanksgiving before plunging headlong into Christmas, it is important to note that as the weather and decorations change, so does what the Kitchen of Love turns out. Friends, we are at the cusp of Chili Season. This is a season (and dish)… Continue reading Whole Lotta Chili Goin’ On