Crème Brûlée

Crème Brûlée is one of those desserts that seems all at once elusive, intriguing, intimidating and delicious. But really, once you grasp a couple basic concepts, and you do it a few times, it’s only one of those things – delicious.

Also, once you get it figured out, the flavor combinations and possibilities are endless.

Neapolitan Spaghetti and Meatballs

A True Italian Classic

This recipe is actually quite simple: Step one is to get the tomato sauce going, step two is to make the meatballs. Then, simmer the meatballs in the sauce (while you make garlic bread if you like!). Serve over your pasta of choice, but spaghetti is traditional of course!

Bonus Round: Garlic Bread Recipe Included!

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Flatbread Pizza

Depending on how many different types of pizza you want to make, this can either be a relatively quick endeavor or part of an afternoon. I like to make several types of pizza, baking them one or two at a time during a football game or Sunday afternoon get together.

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Authentic Pesto Genovese

This is it. The real thing. Made according to the very specific instructions of the Genoese Pesto Societies.

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Bruschetta

This makes for a great appetizer or even a light dinner.

Follow these tips to elevate your brushetta game from great to magnificent.

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Category: Old World

Crème Brûlée

Crème Brûlée is one of those desserts that seems all at once elusive, intriguing, intimidating and delicious. But really, once you grasp a couple basic concepts, and you do it a few times, it’s only one of those things – delicious.

Also, once you get it figured out, the flavor combinations and possibilities are endless.

Neapolitan Spaghetti and Meatballs

A True Italian Classic

Flatbread Pizza

Depending on how many different types of pizza you want to make, this can either be a relatively quick endeavor or part of an afternoon. I like to make several types of pizza, baking them one or two at a time during a football game or Sunday afternoon get together.

Authentic Pesto Genovese

This is it. The real thing. Made according to the very specific instructions of the Genoese Pesto Societies.

Bruschetta

This makes for a great appetizer or even a light dinner.

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