Synopsis: Francesca an older Italian Lady, whom is widowed with grown children, finds herself feeling useless after a long life of relishing in the busyness of the everyday family life. She soon finds a single-mom family that needs her as much as she needs them. With her wisdom and cooking abilities, this needy family and her begin to heal the wounds of lonliness.
Recipes in Back of Book:
Billy’s Funghi Ripieni (Stuffed Mushrooms)
Alice’s Arance e Pepe (Oranges and Pepper)
Corianne’s Spaghetti Agliio e Olio (Garlic & Oil Sauce)
Norma’s Lasagna
Sue’s Zcchini Frittata
Camella’s Anisette Biscotti
Other Recipes: What I love about this book is that the author embeds recipes in the descriptive actions of his main character. You can follow Francesca’s recipes throughout the story. I have listed the page numbers below with the dish she made. I have made her “Tomato Sauce” which is actually a wonderful Spaghetti sauce (with a few of my own modifications of course). It is wonderful and has now become one of my staple meals. You won’t ever eat plan Spaghetti sauce again! In the book, she serves this sauce with soft bread and it makes a meal.
Francesca’s Tomato Salad (p.16)
Francesca’s Simple Beef Dinner (p. 32)
Francesca’s Chocolate Cake (p. 157)
Francesca’s Soup (p. 188)
Francesca’s Tomato Sauce (p. 190)
Francesca’s Chicken Topping (p. 232)
– She also makes Sausage & Peppers and Baked Ziti for her son along with this chicken but these two dishes are not described on how they are made.
Personal Notes: It was this book that sparked my ”foodie” book passion to read stories that have recipes in them and/or food themes. This book is absolutely wonderful!
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