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Chocolate Pistachio Biscotti
Chocolate, pistachios and cranberries make a dramatic, delicious trio. Introducing the cranberries to this recipe added tartness,...
Cranberry Dark Chocolate Trail Mix
A close friend once gave me a jar of trail mix that was absolutely delicious. My re-creation comes pretty close to the original and...
Winter Squash with Maple Glaze
You can use any type of winter squash in this simple vegetable bake, but I like to use at least two varieties. It can be assembled...
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Caramelized Pumpkin...
We had left over roasted butternut squash one night, so I threw it on a salad and topped it with cheese. My family loved it! Since...
Pesto Sauce
I like to serve the pesto over butter gnocchi with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Gnocchi are light little Italian potato dumplings,...
Lemon Gelato
On a recent trip to Italy, I became addicted to gelato. My favorite choice was lemon because Italian lemons have an intense flavor....
Oven-Roasted Tomatoes
I love tomatoes, and these are healthy and versatile. You can use them in sandwiches or omelets, or to top broiled chicken.
Garlic Tomato Bruschetta
This appetizer or side dish makes a crispy complement to any Italian entree. I just started with my grandmother's bruschetta recipe...
Italian Sausage with Bow Ties
We often have our favorite pasta when company comes over, and I’ve shared this Italian sausage recipe several times. Now many of my...
Four-Cheese Chicken Fettuccine
As a cattle rancher, my husband's a big fan of beef. For him to comment on a poultry dish is rare. But he always tells me, "I...
Antipasto Platter
We entertain often, and antipasto is one of our favorite crowd-pleasers. Guests love having their choice of so many delicious nibbles,...
Sausage Bean Soup
You’re moments away from a flavor-packed soup that keeps you warm on even the chilliest nights. It's just the kind of recipe we Minnesotans...