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I have told you how important family is to me and to my family in Italy.  Now I want to share some photos of our Second LOVE – the FOOD!  How to describe to you the difference between American Pizza and Italian pizza?

I guess it isn’t possible … Italian pizza is such a joy – such an abundance of flavors and textures bursting in your mouth … doesn’t sound like Domino’s huh?  LOL   

And I can’t forget to say that all of the food in Italy is made from scratch… baked or cooked fresh THAT DAY….sometimes even the vegetables – and probably the herbs were PICKED that very day!!  UG!  My mouth is watering! 

Maybe it's the sauce

Here's my recipe for Red Sauce - see if it makes a difference!  

Food is a way of life for my Italian family members.   For them it is a passion.  My Zia Maria thought nothing of cooking lunch AND dinner for over 20 people each and every day we stayed with them. 

Every single meal was delectable from start to finish – and we always need a nap after!  LOL

She also made Veiteredre or the "Little Old Ladies".  We call it that because of cause of the wrinkled appearance the zucchini gives it. And if you grow your own zucchini, add the yellow flower from the plant to the ingredients.

Here Zia Maria is with the blossoms:

And here is the yummy finished product:

Here's the recipe if you want to try it:

Veiteredre ( Little Old Ladies)

Ingredients:

2 cups flour
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1 tsp. salt
2 cups grated zucchini and the flowers from the plants if you grow them
Oil for frying

Heat oil in a 12 inch frying pan on high heat.

Combine ingredients and add to hot oil one tablespoon at a time until top of pan is covered. When golden brown, flip and fry on the other side until golden brown.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towel.

These were just a few of the amazing photos, dishes and a few of my family’s recipes for you.  

All my best,

Antonella

XOXOXO