May 2011

Fettuccine with Artichokes, Peppers and Fontina Cheese Sauce

May 9, 2011
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Last week I showed you how to easily make fresh egg fettuccine without even needing a pasta machine, but this week I’m going to offer a way to eat it, which is even easier.  Well, you have to cook it first, but if you’re reading a recipe post on a food blog, you really should […]

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Dessert at Ciao Napoli Pizzaria - A Review by Logan Square Foodie

May 9, 2011

A friend of mine has joined the exciting world of food blogging, and of course I wanted to offer him a warm welcome.  His blog, Logan Square Foodie, seeks out tasty bites throughout Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood, and I joined him on his most recent venture.  We headed to Ciao Napoli Pizzaria for some desserts […]

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Chilaquiles

May 5, 2011
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It’s rare for me to get excited over breakfast foods, but chilaquiles is a notable exception.  This classic Mexican comfort food is brimming with zesty flavors, making it a very special morning meal.  And if you happened to have a bit much to drink the night before, it also doubles as a delicious hangover cure. […]

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Making Fresh Egg Fettuccine from Scratch (No Pasta Maker Required!)

May 2, 2011
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Considering my short attention span and increasingly busy schedule, it seems a bit strange that I’m so drawn to making things from scratch.  This blog is full of examples (pho bo, tamales, ice cream) and I’m sure there are many more in my future.  The most baffling thing about my recent adventure in pasta-making is […]

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