My mom recently sent me this recipe, telling me she could could have “eaten twelve of these rolls at a time”. She made these rolls for Thanksgiving and I am making them for Christmas. They are the perfect dinner roll because they can be made ahead of time and look so beautiful because of the all of fresh herbs.
In a large bowl, sprinkle:
1 package of active yeast over
1/4 cup warm water
Let stand about five minutes or until yeast is dissolved and foamy. Stir in:
3 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon …

This is another great dish to serve in fall or winter time because squash is in season. The sage and sausage on the pizza compliment the squash and give it such a rich flavor.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper, arrange:
1 (1 pound) seeded, sliced, and quartered (half-moon shapes) acorn squash
Drizzle with oil olive (about 1 tablespoon) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Roast in the over for about 22 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown:
1/4 …

This is a soup that I feel great about feeding to my two year old daughter, Avery, because it is packed with vegetables and is so yummy. I love eating soups in the winter time and this is a fun and delicious recipe.
In a large pot, of salted boiling water, cook until tender (about 10 minutes):
1 medium chopped carrot
Remove carrot and set aside, but keep boiling water for pasta. Add:
4 oz of whole wheat pasta, any fun shape (such as bow ties)
Cook pasta until “al dente” instructions. …

This is my absolute favorite filet mignon dish to serve for a special occasion, such as Christmas or a birthday celebration. This cut of meat is so tender and it goes so well with any side. Once you season and prepare the meat, there is very little “cooking” left so you can stay out of the kitchen and enjoy the celebration.
Make a point to buy top quality meat and to request a “filet mignon roast” with your butcher early enough because they may not have that cut of meat on …

This recipe was adapted from chef Iacopo Falai who cooks at Falai restaurant in Manhattan. It is a great hearty dish and so colorful with the broccoli. This great dish to serve to guests or just to the family because it is so easy and delicious.
In a large skillet, over medium high heat, cook and break apart:
1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage
1 tablespoon of olive oil
While sausage is browning, in a large pot of salted, boiling water, add:
1/2 pound choice of pasta (cook to “al dente” directions)
During the last …