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Archives for October 2015

Creamless Mushroom Soup – Zuppa di Funghi

October 26, 2015 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 9 Comments

Creamless Mushroom Soup - welcome Fall | labellasorella.com

Honestly, I cannot remember a time when Mio Marito and I have not looked forward to a meal at Union Square Cafe in New York City. Don’t ask me to name my favorite dish at Union Square Cafe there are so many but this post will strictly honor one – Creamless Mushroom Soup.  Yes, at first mention I was skeptical, I mean using the word creamless to describe a soup somehow indicates that it should include cream, right?

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Filed Under: Comforting Soups, Pasta Dishes & Risottos, Thanksgiving

Tuscan Grape Harvest Cake – Torta della Vendemmia

October 19, 2015 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 2 Comments

Tuscan Grape Harvest Cake, time for a vineyard celebration | labellasorella.com

Inspiration comes from so many different sources; the changing of the seasons or perhaps the display of produce in the outdoor markets always seems to jog the mind and get me thinking creatively.  The advent of social media has allowed a talented network of like-minded  food professionals to share their creations in an instant.  Tuscan Grape Harvest Cake is a recipe I stumbled upon quite accidentally after becoming intrigued with a holiday cooking program called  Organic Tuscany set in the countryside outside of Certaldo Tuscany. … 

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Filed Under: Desserts to Dream Of, Rosh Hashanah, Thanksgiving

Paccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms – Paccheri alla Boscaiola

October 12, 2015 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 8 Comments

Paccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms - Paccheri all Boscaiola| labellasorella.comPaccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms or Paccheri alla Bascaiola brings with it thoughts of crisp Autumn days.  Bascaiola translates to woodsman, evoking images of leaves, trees, fire wood and the harvesting of mushrooms at this time of year.  Paccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms is a rich and flavorful dish requiring few ingredients and little time to prepare.
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Grilled Veal Chops with Rosemary Roasted Grapes – Costolette di Vitello alla griglia con Rosemarino Uva Arrosto

October 5, 2015 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 6 Comments

Grilled Veal Chops with Rosemary Roasted Grapes | labellasorella.comSome dinners require a little splurge – a special birthday, anniversary, wonderful friends.  For these occasions, veal chops do the trick.  Grilled Veal Chops with Rosemary Roasted Grapes is an elegant main course fit for royalty.

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