The holidays mean we get to eat special foods reserved for this time of year. One of those special treats for my family is Chocolate Truffles. I have made this Christmas candy for years and the family looks forward to … Read more...
Posts published by “Jovina Coughlin”
Now that I am retired from the teaching profession, I have the time to write a blog Jovina Cooks Italian and share what I have learned about Italian cooking and culture. Read more at About Jovina Coughlin.
Zucchini is an amazing vegetable. It lends itself to so many delicious transformations. I am sure you are knowledgeable about traditional zucchini recipes, such as adding it to pasta or filling zucchini halves with a stuffing mixture or making zucchini … Read more...
What flavors do you associate with fall?
For me, the ones that immediately come to mind are apple, cinnamon, caramel, ginger, cranberry, and pumpkin. Baking with these flavors will make your house smell delicious and give you that warm, comforting … Read more...
Fall is just about here and, depending on where you live, it may be time to make some soup.
To make really good tasting soup, you need a rich tasting broth. I usually start with the remains of a whole … Read more...
Looking for something different to make for dinner?
Take advantage of some great produce to be found in the markets at this time of year. There are so many choices and great meals can be prepared with these veggies, even … Read more...
Basil is a herb that really shines when it’s fresh.
Just think of a homemade marinara sauce with fresh basil and the flavor it imparts to the sauce. Beyond those familiar dishes we most associate with basil (tomato sauce, pizza, … Read more...
During blueberry season it is easy to find fresh blueberries in abundance in grocery stores and farmer’s markets. We have the added treat of having fresh blueberries growing in our yard. Plus, I know that the fruit was grown without … Read more...
BBQ season has arrived here in the south where I live and it will be in your area very soon. While you are waiting, you can make homemade BBQ sauce that will keep you in stock for the coming season. … Read more...
What is gluten?
Gluten is what gives bread products its elasticity. It gives shape, strength, and texture to bread and other grain products. Avoiding gluten is important for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, as they can experience serious … Read more...