Eggplant Parmigiana with Mortadella... a classic from Puglia as showcased on the Food Network - 24 Hour Restaurant Battle by Team Nonna!

Here at Carolina HeartStrings during past months of March Tammie and I had focused on Irish recipes due to the popular St. Patrick’s Day holiday. We both have a little Irish ...

For all of us weight conscious people, this is a great low cal appetizer that iwill for sure to please you and your guests. I've made this now three times, I wanted proof that the ...

Eggplant Rollatini... perhaps one of the most versatile dishes in Italy.

Eggplants preserved in EV Olive Oil... the old way to have a tasty eggplant appetizer all year round!

It’s after Easter. We love to dye eggs. We dye a lot of boiled eggs. No one in my house likes boiled eggs but me. Can you see where I am going with this one? I have an o ...

This year’s last Sweet Taste of Saturday is in honor of my British mother who often serves this dessert on special occasions including New Year’s Day. It is a tradition ...

Cauliflower is low in fat and calories. It can also be eaten raw. Buy heads that are firm with clean white stalks.

If you live in the Carolinas you are pretty much required to love sweet potatoes. And generally they’re pretty healthy but to make them really tasty traditional cooking adds ...

This recipe is a family favorite, and it’s all about making the fish the star of the meal. A delicate poach in olive oil cooks the fish to perfection!!! To make the tomato ...

Enhanced by tender seafood, layered in cheese and kissed with a creamy white sauce, this Lasagna is a perfect addition to any great Christmas Eve celebration!

A great dish for a special occasion or anytime. This recipe might take a while but it is worth the time it takes.

Used canned fire roasted diced tomato to enhance the flavor and taste of teh soup. Add some dried basil as well. When served, sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese.

Brodetto di pesce... a great fish soup!

Florentine rolls with jam.

Florentine Apricot Tart.

Focaccia Barese: with all the flavors of the land of Puglia.  

This decadent dessert will wow your Valentine's Day love! It'll impress chocolate lovers everywhere!

A favorite recipe from my Sardinian family! Taste it and enjoy la bella vita!

Fast, tender, succulent, juicy, chicken breasts. This will cook in about 20-30 minutes tops. I use thick chicken breasts.