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Italian Meatball Lollipops

This is a take on a food truck recipe I saw on television. They can be used as an appetizer or as a main dish. I served them with Roman Rice…

Roman Rice Balls with Mozzarella

This recipe is adapted from one in Good Life Books Italian Cooking published in 1978. These are a bit time…

Savory Tarts - with ease if you please

What is it about savory that we just can't get enough of? When done right, it just doesn't get any better. The…

Gluten Free Appetizers For All

What you can do with a butternut squash and sweet potato is just amazing. Be creative. Think savory, sweet, delicious and neat.

Basil Pesto

If your garden is over flowing with basil, get the Ball freezer jars ready because you just can't make enough of this easy yet robust, flavorful…

Basil Dipping Oil

This is an easy and quick dipping oil. It is a nice dipping oil for freshly baked breads. I did not add salt, pepper or other ingredients that may…

Italian Greens - Utica Style

This is the ever popular dish that you won't find anywhere but in Utica, NY unless the cook/chef has originated from Utica. There is even an annual…

Homemade Guava & Apple Jam

Italian Bread Pizza!!

Serve with a delicious side salad and you are ready for a treat!! Enjoy with Lots of Love, Catherine xo

Strawberry Soda Crackers

Are you bored of the store bought crackers? Why don't try something new & interesting. Hoep you'll like this recipe. Enjoy!