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Sunshine Dawn Sicilian Eggplant Meatballs Recipe

Sicilian Eggplant Meatballs

Sicilian eggplant meatballs, known as polpette di melanzane, are a delicious vegetarian twist on a classic Italian comfort food. Made with tender roasted or sautéed eggplant, breadcrumbs, grated cheese like Pecorino or Parmesan, garlic, and fresh herbs, these flavorful meatballs are typically pan-fried or baked until golden and crispy on the outside. They’re often served […]

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Bucatini alla Amatriciana

Bucatini alla Amatriciana is one of Italy’s most cherished pasta dishes, originating from the small town of Amatrice in Lazio. Over time, it has become a staple of Roman cuisine, celebrated for its hearty yet straightforward flavors. Today, it stands as one of the fundamental dishes of Italian pasta tradition, alongside classics like Cacio e

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Pasta Aglio e Olio with Tuna & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Quick Yellowfin Tuna Pasta

Picture this: you come home after a long, exhausting day, your stomach rumbling. That’s when you need a quick, comforting meal made from simple pantry staples. My answer? A classic Italian “aglio e olio” pasta—on the table in just 25 minutes. When you’re after a fast, flavorful dinner, this pantry pasta is a winner. A

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Don Peppe's Baked Clams

Don Peppe Baked Clams

Growing up in Ozone Park, New York, (Sunshine Dawn’s husband) I can say with confidence that those are the best baked clams in all of New York City. I even remember a waiter wearing a shirt that said “The Original Baked Clams” on the back. Don’t overthink the meaning of that—because, honestly, what does it

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Brooklyn Egg Cream

Brooklyn Egg Cream

This is the classic version of the egg cream, sparking passionate discussions about its origins and preparation methods. It’s a mildly sweet, fizzy beverage that you can savor at any time, containing roughly the same number of calories as a slice of buttered toast. Ingredients 1/4 cup cold whole milk 1 cup plain cold seltzer

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Classic Pizza Sauce

Classic Pizza Sauce

Choosing good quality tomatoes will make a difference to the flavor of your sauce – we like to go for canned San Marzano tomatoes, which are the traditional choice for Neapolitan pizzas. Ingredients Makes enough sauce for 8 x 12” pizzas 2 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed or finely chopped 4 cups (800g)

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