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There’s nothing like a properly made cannoli. Above and beyond the fact that people love eating tub… Read more Unholy Cannoli – Sacrilicious

I heard someone describe Taralli as the “potato chips of Italy,” and the first thing I thought was,… Read more "Cacio e Pepe" Taralli – You Can’t Eat Just One

It’s always treacherous attempting an iconic, regional specialty like Cincinnati-style chili, espec… Read more Cincinnati-Style Chili - Possibly, but Probably Not Just like Skyline Chili

There are many examples of sports bar-style appetizers, and snacks that I have no problem making at… Read more Fried Mozzarella Puffs – Using Less Cheese to Better Please

Every year around this time, I try to think of variations, adaptations, and/or creative manipulatio… Read more Buffalo Chicken Wings in a Jar – Because “Thighs in a Jar” Sounds Weird

Sipping on a nice, hot cup of chicken broth is one thing, and a wonderful thing, but by doubling th… Read more Double Chicken Tea – Like Drinking Chicken

These Norwegian potato flatbreads, or lefse, as your average Vikings fan’s grandmother would call t… Read more Norwegian Potato Flatbread – These Lefse are All Right

I’m all for eating “healthier” versions of classic recipes, but not if the food doesn’t taste as go… Read more Almond Meal Pancakes – Not All Pancakes Are “Pancakes”

One of my all-time favorite things to do in the kitchen is to turn classic recipes into party dips.… Read more Baked Chicken Parmesan Dip – Is Chicken Parm Better with a Spreader?