Category Archives: Side Dishes

Pasta alla Amatriciana

Posted on February 9, 2024 by HelenFern

We’ve covered three of the four pastas of Rome – and here is the final dish – Pasta alla Amatriciana

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Pasta alla Gricia

Posted on February 1, 2024 by HelenFern

Pasta alla Gricia – the second pasta of Rome Last week we started on a tour of the four pastas of Rome. The first one, cacio e pepe, is the foundation of the four, so that’s where we started. This … Continue reading →

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Cacio e Pepe – The Most Well Known Pasta of Rome

Posted on January 26, 2024 by HelenFern

I love watching shows where the host tours different countries and regions and not only talks about the history and culture, but the culinary experiences too. During the four days of frozen lock up, I rewatched Stanly Tucci’s, Searching for … Continue reading →

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Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries

Posted on January 4, 2024 by HelenFern

I bought a lot of cranberries at the bogs this year. I’ve made bread, cookies, relish – and these really tasty Brussels sprouts!! And I bought four stalks of sprouts in September and froze them. I was looking for something … Continue reading →

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Pistachio Rice

Posted on August 31, 2023 by HelenFern

We eat a lot of rice! And it’s so easy to make. This recipe makes a perfect side dish with chicken curry or grilled shrimp. The pistachio adds flavor and texture and it it certainly a perfect recipe for a … Continue reading →

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