by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 4, 2020 | Wine Pairings
Portobello Mushrooms are as meaty and satisfying as steak. Plus, their large size makes them perfect for stuffing. I usually use whatever I have on hand, but for this recipe, I used just sauteed red peppers and onions and a few kinds of cheeses. The sweetness from the...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 2, 2020 | Wine Pairings
Cooking a traditional Italian Neapolitan pizza is easy once the dough is ready. On the day you want to cook the pizzas, remove the dough from the refrigerator in the morning and separate it into 3 equal balls, each one weighing about 285-290 grams. Smooth the tops...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Dec 31, 2019 | Wine Pairings
I’ve been to Italy a dozen times, and one of my favorite things is the pizza. Just thinking of the thin, chewy crust with the simple tomato sauce and flavorful cheese makes my mouth water. About a year ago, I became obsessed with making my own pizza. I sourced the...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Dec 19, 2019 | Wine Pairings
I love easy appetizers that look like I spent a lot of time and effort… but are a snap to make. This pesto tartlet is just that recipe. You mix together ingredients that you buy at the grocery store, and once they are together, magic happens. The base of this is...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Dec 11, 2019 | Wine Pairings
When I entertain, I try to simplify the food so I can prepare as much as possible ahead of time. That way, when the guests arrive, i can spent my time chatting with them instead of being chained to the kitchen. Raviolis are an easy first course or side dish. Just...
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