There are a lot of things Italy does really well. For one, they really respect their ingredients. You don't have to speak their language to see that it is deeply ingrained in their heritage. You only really eat what you grow yourself, or what is grown in your immediate vicinity. You're buying from the person...
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Crespelle al Formaggio (Crepes with Three Cheeses)
While this dish may not look like much, it makes up for its modest appearance with decadent cheesiness. I love crepes...maybe more than I care to admit. These Crespelle al Formaggio are basically the macaroni and cheese of crepes, so it's okay to eat them as a meal. Unlike these (which I could eat every...
Homemade Manicotti
Michael's favorite meal when he was growing up was manicotti. He would always request it for his birthday dinner, special occasions, etc. Over the years that we've been married, I haven't made it a lot of times. Probably because I don't love it, and he hasn't requested it much. All that has changed now. He...
Creamy Homemade Ricotta
I had no idea what I have been missing out on! I cannot believe how much better the homemade version is compared to store-bought. I've never made any type of cheese before, so I had no idea how easy it would be. I will definitely be making my own ricotta from now on. So creamy,...