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A lot of us are staying home these days and while that has been good for keeping my gas bill down, my food costs have gone way up. That’s because three squares a day has become the new normal. Note to self…make the veggie garden bigger. In a panic, I decided …
While everyone else I know is panicking over the non-availability of flour, dried beans and bathroom tissue, I am focusing my attention on onions. Yes, the humble onion that seems to just languish in huge bins and mesh bags at my local grocery store, is my go to for the t…
Still stumped as to what to have for the BIG GAME? Wings, meatballs, nachos, dips and chips are so yesterday. How about wowing them with this hearty stuffed muffuletta sandwich, (also known as Calabrian pitta), that has a bonus salad filling!Get the recipe here.
The Liberty Journal recently reviewed Mary Ann's new book, Ciao Italia: My Lifelong Food Adventures in Italy. Here's what they have to say: Tour of Italy | Cooking Reviews Library Journal - https://www.libraryjournal.com/?detailStory=lj181102tourofitalyE…
It’s been a tough year for a lot of people including Santa. The BIG guy has seen a lot of changes at the North Pole. Elf layoffs top the list with the out -sourcing of toy manufacturing going to China. The effect of that is that the GNP (Gifts from the North Pole) i…
It’s been a tough year for a lot of people including Santa. The BIG guy has seen a lot of changes at the North Pole. Elf layoffs top the list with the out -sourcing of toy manufacturing going to China. The effect of that is that the GNP (Gifts from the North Pole) i…
Epicurus Magazine recently reviewed Mary Ann's new book, Ciao Italia: My Lifelong Food Adventures in Italy. Here's what they have to say: "CIAO ITALIA: My Lifelong Food Adventures in Italy from PBS cooking star Mary Ann Esposito is a wonderful compendium of fabu…
1) Stock up on dry pantry staples now so you won't be lugging tons of grocery bags home all at once. Get your flour, sugar, spices, wine or other drinks now. 2) Order your turkey or ham now. Allow 1/2 pound per person. If using a frozen turkey, allow at least a couple of…
Ok, so you went overboard with tomato plants this year and now you have an abundant crop, too abundant. Your neighbors thank you for your thoughtfulness and your family has had its fill already of BLT’s and homemade tomato sauce. Here are 10 other ways to enjoy toma…
Lets see. The last time I had a really good tasting strawberry was when my mom was making strawberry pies and jams and I was just a teenager. Now years later I ask myself where has the taste of those memorable strawberries gone? Honestly, something is really missing. All …
Mary Ann's newest book contains over 150 recipes, 60 gorgeous food photos, and many scenic pictures of Italy taken by Mary Ann on her travels through the years.
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