Italian Ricotta Meatballs

I have found that meatballs are a very personal and potentially, a very touchy subject, in some circles.  Mostly by anyone who cooks!  Everyone believes that their “ball game” is tight, and theirs are the best.  I am no exception to this.  I have found that recently I have upped my game, by adding fresh…

New Orleans Muffaletta Panini

There is something so right about taking a “sammich” as the Italians in my family affectionately refer to them, and making them a meal.  It starts with the bread and a savory olive spread that is full of flavor, and then it is all about the meats.  Italian deli meats that work beautifully in this. …