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Shortcut Mussels and Shrimp with Spicy Tomato and Garlic Sauce

When I’m preparing dinner during the week, I’m always looking for shortcuts, and this Mussels & Shrimp with Spicy Tomato/Garlic Sauce is a real winner. The other day I’m standing in line at the super market and couldn’t help but … Continue reading →

Want A Low Cost Way to Espresso – Try A Bialetti Espresso Maker

You may think a low cost stove top espresso maker cannot produce good Espresso, but the Bialetti Moka Express does just that and is owned by nearly every family in Italy.  I was really happy to find a Bialetti under … Continue reading →

What to do With All the Panettone You Received at Christmas – Make French Toast

Panettone – The classic Italian cake with a rich taste and natural goodness that everyone enjoys.  Problem is, during the holidays, we sometimes receive more Panettone than we know what to do with.  My solution is to make French Toast. … Continue reading →

Buffalo Chicken Wings for the Big Games

The NFL and College Bowls will provide lots of Big Games in the weeks ahead.  I know we’ll have a house full on many occasions.  I’ll be making “Gracie’s Not So Secret Buffalo Wings” for our gang.  Here’s the recipe. … Continue reading →

Can A Good Wine Glass Make a Difference in a Wine’s Taste?

This post is reprinted from Gracie’s Product Review.  Good news is we found a better price on the 6 pack of Bormioli-Rocco Bordeaux glasses.  Click below. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx A good wine glass can make a difference in how your wine taste … Continue reading →

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Post Thanksgiving – More Than Black Friday

While everyone is focused on Black Friday sales and Cyber Monday deals, I find the post Thanksgiving weekend as a great time to dig into leftovers and continue enjoying the fruits of a Holiday meal. Like most years we had … Continue reading →

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Le Creuset Enamel-on-Steel Stockpot – A Pot for All Seasons

I posted this review of the Le Creuset Enamel-on-Steel Stockpot over at Gracie’s Product Review some time ago but wanted to re-post it here.  This is a great pot that will serve you well.  I have owned mine (pictured here) …

How to Make Killer Cream Puffs

My mother made killer cream puffs and my  two older daughters were fortunate enough to see Gracie perform this magic in her prime.  Kristy the younger of the two, married and moved to Alabama.  One night she made Gracie’s Cream … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Recipe For A Home

Yeah, I know the last thing you want right about now is another Thanksgiving recipe.  The internet is exploding with ideas and you cannot stand on line at the super market checkout without being belted with magazines claiming the best … Continue reading →

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5 Recipes From the Spaghetti Book

For months now I been compiling recipes for the soon to be released Spaghetti Book.  I know you may have been expecting a March release, but trust me I’m getting closer.  Below are 5 recipes from the book to sort … Continue reading →

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