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Lasagna alla Besciamella

A rich, layered Italian lasagna featuring a hearty meat ragu, creamy besciamella sauce, and loads of Parmigiano-Reggiano and mozzarella. This holiday centerpiece is worth every minute of the labor of love.

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Apricot Clafouti

A rustic French baked custard studded with fresh apricots and dusted with powdered sugar. An elegant yet effortless dessert perfect for a lazy Sunday.

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Italian Tuna Salad

A flavorful Italian-style tuna salad mixed with capers, olives, and spicy cherry peppers. Served on crustless white bread quarters and sesame crackers for an easy, elegant appetizer.

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Cheesy Sausage Snacks

Bite-sized sausage and cheese balls made with biscuit mix, spicy sausage, and two types of Cheddar. A quick and crowd-pleasing appetizer with a kick of hot sauce.

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Eggs Benedict Rx

A streamlined Eggs Benedict with poached eggs and deli ham on an English muffin. The perfect brunch cure-all, simplified for a relaxed morning.

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Greens with Polenta Croutons

A fresh green salad topped with crispy pan-fried polenta croutons and dressed in balsamic vinaigrette. A clever twist on a classic salad with satisfying crunch.

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Pasta with Bacon and Tomatoes

A simple pasta tossed with crispy thick-cut bacon and roasted plum tomatoes. A cozy, romantic dinner that feels effortless yet indulgent.

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Pasta Alle Vongole

A classic Italian pasta with fresh clams in a light garlic and white wine sauce with a touch of red pepper. One of the simplest yet most satisfying pasta dishes in the Italian repertoire.

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Salted Hazelnut Toffee

Buttery toffee studded with toasted hazelnuts and finished with flaky sea salt. A sweet-salty confection perfect for gifting to neighbors.

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Deviled Eggs, Three Ways

Classic hard-boiled eggs filled three ways: pickles and capers, wasabi and ginger, and sesame carrot. A creative twist on the traditional deviled egg platter perfect for parties.

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