Grown up Macaroni and Cheese with Wild Mushrooms, Spinach, and Country Ham

This dish pairs well with juicy steaks, prime rib and thick pork chops. The recipe uses Gruyere cheese named after the Gruyere valley of Fribourg, Switzerland. Gruyere has a nutty earthy flavor that compliments the wild mushrooms. Swiss cheese has … Continue reading

Pasta al Forno with an East Tennessee Twist: Bow Tie Pasta with Peas, Ham, and Mushrooms

Doc and I went to Italy a few years ago. It was lucky for us that we went on a bus tour because we never got the hang of the train system. The last night of our trip we traveled … Continue reading

Mimi’s Meatballs with Marinara

I would love to tell you that this is an old family recipe but it isn’t! This recipe makes 28 meatballs plus sauce, enough food for a friends and family dinner. Ricotta cheese and grated onion make the meatballs soft … Continue reading

Butternut Squash Cheesy Pasta

                     Butternut Squash Cheesy Pasta      marydukecooks.com Butternut Squash Cheesy Pasta is a seasonal crave-worthy pasta dish. The cheese sauce is velvety smooth made with butternut squash and Fontina cheese. … Continue reading

Rigatoni with Italian Sausage, Onions and Red Peppers

Rigatoni with Italian Sausage, Onions and Red Peppers       marydukecooks.com This simple one-skillet dinner is ready in less than an hour. Doc and I enjoy this dish in Little Italy whenever we visit Boston. Rigatoni with Italian Sausage, … Continue reading