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October 29, 2012

Pumpkin Dip

I discovered a festive pumpkin dip recipe on Pinterest and given my passion for all things pumpkin, knew I must try something like this. It tastes like the best...

October 29, 2012

Olive Oil, Liquid Gold

When November rolls around each year, many begin to look forward to the annual olive harvest. In fact, we just completed our own olive harvest here in Umbria, and...

October 26, 2012

Creamy Celery Soup

Across Umbria every weekend throughout the summer of fall, there are many sagre or food festivals taking place. Over the past five years we’ve visited many of these local...

October 25, 2012

Pumpkin & Turkey Sausage Mac & Cheese

I think everyone would agree that macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food and there is nothing as satisfying when properly made. Unfortunately though, all that cheese comes...

October 20, 2012

Mushroom Farro Soup

I am presently infatuated with mushrooms which are now arriving at our local outdoor markets and grocery stores in abundance in both variety and quantity. For this soup I...

October 20, 2012

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Homemade granola is so easy to make and is easily adaptable depending on the season or what is in your pantry. Couple this with my seasonal affinity for pumpkin...

October 12, 2012

Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Apples

As much as I would love to say that my children love their vegetables, this just isn’t the case. They are very healthy and adventurous eaters but when it...

October 12, 2012

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Tortilla soup is a regular family friendly meal item in our home. It is super easy to prepare and tastes delicious. Using the slow cooker takes it one step...