Orzo-Mushroom Casserole

Orzo-Mushroom Casserole

2 1/2 oz. packages of Orzo pasta (cooked al dente, and drained and oiled)4 cups of Bechamel Cream (cooled)8 cups of meatless spaghetti sauce mixed with:6 cups of sauteed sliced mushrooms3 cups parmesan cheese (grated)3 cups of grated mozarella cheeseGrease a deep...
Italian Tomatoe-Cucumber Salad

Italian Tomatoe-Cucumber Salad

6 large plum tomatoes (chopped)4 medium cucumbers (cut in cubes)2 teaspoons fresh chopped basil1 teaspoon fresh chopped oregano1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice 1 pinch of cayenne pepper3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oilSalt to taste.Mix all the ingredients in a salad...
Zucchini Soup (Minestra di Zucchini)

Zucchini Soup (Minestra di Zucchini)

5 cups of cubed zucchini1 large red onion (chopped)2 tablespoons of fresh minced garlic 1/2 cup of white wine3 tablespoons of unbleached flour 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil1 pinch cayenne pepper1 teaspoon basil leaves, (fresh)1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves (fresh)Salt...
Sicilian Eggplant Relish (Caponata)

Sicilian Eggplant Relish (Caponata)

2 small eggplants cut in 1/2 inch cubes.1 large red onion (chopped)1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil2 cups of chopped celery2 large red bell peppers (chopped)2 tablespoons of minced garlic (fresh)5 plum tomatoes (chopped)1 cup of sliced pitted black olives 1/4 cup of...
Lemon Cake With Lemon Glaze

Lemon Cake With Lemon Glaze

2 sticks of real butter1 1/2 cups of brown sugar (packed)5 large eggs1/2 cup of whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons of grated lemon peel 2 teaspoons baking powder2 cups of sifted unbleached flourPre-heat oven 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, using a hand...
Spaghetti Alla Napolitana (Meatless Spaghetti Sauce)

Spaghetti Alla Napolitana (Meatless Spaghetti Sauce)

1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 head of garlic (minced)2 medium red onions (chopped)2 yellow onions (chopped)5 medium carrots (finely grated)1 bunch of parsley (finely chopped)1/2 cup of basil leaves (fresh)1/2 cup of burgundy wine2 cups of tomatoe paste6 cups of...