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Cavatelli: The Rustic, Chewy Delight of Southern Italy
There’s a whole other kind of pasta-making that doesn’t involve any machine or even any eggs. Welcome to the world of Southern Italian...

Mandi Casey
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Paprikás Csirke (Paprika Chicken)
Its hard to believe that in just a few months I’ll be headed to Budapest. Since I’ve never been, I’m doing what I always do before...

Mandi Casey
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Pasta Alla Nerano
In the early 1950s, Maria Grazia, who ran a simple trattoria on the beach in Nerano, wanted to create something special with the humblest...

Mandi Casey
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Pasta For One?
You’ve been craving pasta all day, only to get home and discover the pantry is bare! But before you hop in the car and battle traffic,...

Mandi Casey
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Gambas Al Ajillo
I love ordering this meal when we visit our favorite Cuban restaurant in Key West! Gambas al ajillo" is a classic Spanish tapas dish that...

Mandi Casey
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Rick’s Zucchini Al Fresco
My husband has been carb-free for ten months now…..Yep you read that right. He’s down 30 pounds, feels fantastic, and I’m fully on board...

Mandi Casey
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Peach Basil Muffins
Peach Basil Muffins Every summer, my basil takes on a life of its own, overflowing in my garden beds. I stare at it every morning with...

Mandi Casey
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Southern Okra and Tomato’s
Y’all, I may have grown up in the South, but let me tell you……this dish wasn’t on our Italian table! My husband, though? Born and raised...

Mandi Casey
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Lowcountry Shrimp Risotto
If risotto and shrimp & grits had a love child, this would be it. This Shrimp Risotto is a true fusion of Northern Italy and the South...

Mandi Casey
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Shrimp Stock
Don’t toss those shrimp shells! With just a handful of pantry staples and a little simmer time, you can turn those shells into liquid...

Mandi Casey
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Blue Truck Salad
This recipe is a tribute to my friend Ross, who owns a beautiful farm in Georgetown, SC. Her blueberry bushes are bursting right now, and...

Mandi Casey
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Pistachio Pesto
This is no ordinary pesto. Swapping pine nuts for pistachios adds a sweet, nutty depth that’s hard to resist. I first tasted pistachio...

Mandi Casey
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Peachy Keen Pork Tenderloin
This southern summer supper inspired pork tenderloin, is kissed with bourbon, sweet ripe peaches, and a hint of backyard BBQ charm....

Mandi Casey
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Southern Charm Salad
Fried green tomatoes have become an iconic dish in Southern American cuisine, but their exact origins are a bit surprising. Though many...

Mandi Casey
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Creamy Basil Dressing
A beautiful symphony of fresh basil, garlic and heavy cream. However, you can substitute the heavy cream for milk, Greek yogurt or sour...

Mandi Casey
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Italian Country Green Beans
When crisp, local farm-fresh green beans meet the rich, savory goodness of guanciale, magic happens in the skillet. Tossed gently with...

Mandi Casey
1 min read


Zucchini alla Noni
When Zucchini alla Norma meets Zucchini alla Scapece, delicious things are bound to happen! These two beloved Italian classics finally...

Mandi Casey
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Super Easy White Slaw
My husband, the king of BBQ. makes this slaw anytime we fire up the grill for burgers, ribs, or pulled pork. He grew up working at a...

Mandi Casey
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Rick’s Red Slaw
Red slaw is a Southern classic that's perfect for any barbecue spread. Unlike creamy slaws made with mayonnaise, this tangy version is...

Mandi Casey
1 min read


Simple Ricotta Magic
I’ll admit, I was a bit skeptical at first, but making homemade ricotta turned out to be one of the simplest and most rewarding kitchen...

Mandi Casey
1 min read
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