Italian Spinach Sformato

Spinach Sformato2-3 tablespoons basil olive oil, or extra virgin olive oil1 large onion, minced1 pound baby spinach, or frozen spinach thawed 4 eggs, beaten4 tablespoons bread crumbs4 ounces whole ricotta4 ounces grated Parmesan cheeseRoasted garlic sea salt, or sea saltFreshly ground black pepperDrizzle aged balsamic vinegar aged balsamicPreheat oven to 350 F.  Line a baking loaf pan...

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Golden Beets and Burrata Salad

Golden Beets and Burrata Salad4 fresh golden beetsPinch sea salt1-2 tablespoons blood orange olive oilFresh thymeDrizzle champagne mimosa vinegar1 Burrata Mozzarella Trim the greens, and tops and bottoms of each beet. Rinse well. Place the beets in a large saucepan and add water to cover with a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 30 minutes. When tender, place...

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Alba’s Cream-Free Butternut Squash Soup

Butternut Squash Soup 5 cups vegetable or chicken broth1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions4 cups frozen diced butternut squashPinch nutmegPinch cumin1/2 teaspoon Raz el Hanout spice (optional)Pinch red pepper flakesFreshly ground pepperDrizzle basil olive oil Pearl OnionsIn a thick bottom pan, add the broth, onions, and butternut squash on medium high heat.  When it boils, reduce heat to...

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Alba's Fresh Fig Marmalade

Fresh fig marmalade30 fresh black mission figs2 cups sugar3 bay leavesFreshly ground black pepperPlace all the figs in a bowl with cold water; gently rinse. Remove the stems.  Gently remove the figs from the water and gently dry with paper towels.Cut the figs in half, lengthwise and place in a glass container. Add the sugar; gently fold, cover and refrigerate overnight.Place the figs in a medium...

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Honey Dew and Crispy Prosciutto

Honey Dew and Crispy Prosciutto1 small ripe honeydew melon cut in bite-size cubes½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese¼ pound paper thin sliced Prosciutto di Parma3 tablespoons chopped arugulaDressing:5 tablespoons Secolari Arbosano extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon Secolari Pear or Blueberry balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon plain honeySecolari fleur de sellFreshly ground black pepperPlace...

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Quenelles Fabiene Style

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Gnocchi alla Romana

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Meatballs and Sausage Ragu Napolitan Style

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