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History and Uses of the Moringa Oleifera Plant

Posted by By maria December 30, 2014Posted inFacts, Food Facts, Gardening, History of FoodsNo Comments
  Guest Post: Edrick Hypolite   Moringa Oleifera is the commonly grown species of the bigger genus known as Moringa in English. It is also common to hear it being…
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2 Italian Cuisine Night of the Seven Fishes Recipes | A Christmas State of Mind

Posted by By maria December 25, 2014Posted inChristmas, Holidays, Recipes, Special OccasionsNo Comments
Christmas is a state of mind….and it doesn’t matter how you choose to celebrate ... but here’s hoping you get to celebrate in some way by just relaxing  with great…
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Artisan Castagnaccio | Cooking for Christmas

Posted by By maria December 20, 2014Posted inChristmas, Holidays, Italian Culture, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Special OccasionsNo Comments
A Castagnaccio for my Christmas Holiday Table. Thanks to Chestnut Hill Tree Farms for providing  the chestnut flour..a not so easy to find product and this interesting recipe is a…
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Leftover Recipe Contest Nominees | Fruit Pudding and Pasta Frittata

Posted by By maria December 10, 2014Posted inRecipesNo Comments
It's not leftovers that are wasteful, but those who either don't know what to do with them or can't be bothered. Julian Baggini   copyright 2014 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati…
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7 London Destinations You Have To See

Posted by By maria November 30, 2014Posted inTravelNo Comments
My fascination with London began the first time I saw the award winning film My Fair Lady. I had dreamed about seeing this regal city for as long as I…
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Apple Pie Italiana Recipe | Leftover Recipe Contest and Gift Basket Giveaway

Posted by By maria November 24, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Contests and Giveaways, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
My first time spending Thanksgiving in NYC..a la Italiana..we will be spending Thanksgiving with friends from Italy..so it will be an Italian flavored Thanksgiving complete with  an apple pie made…
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11 Tips for Perfectly Decorated Cocktails

Posted by By maria November 10, 2014Posted inCooking TIps, Life HacksNo Comments
  copyright 2014 Maria Liberati.Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc. The Holiday season is soon approaching.. and cocktails are a great  ‘get together’ beverage..what better way to relax the palate then to…
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Zuppa Toscana con Farro (Hot Tuscan Soup) | Hearty Bean Soup for Cold Blustery Days

Posted by By maria November 2, 2014Posted inRecipes, Soups, Winter RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc   Today was the first blustery windy day of the season, a day that made me long for some Tuscan bean soup ..and…
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The Pleasures and Pains of Coffee | Cafe Mocha Recipe

Posted by By maria October 26, 2014Posted inDrink Recipes, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Coffee..a morning without it is like ..sleep!   “This coffee falls into your stomach, and straightway there is a general commotion. Ideas begin…
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Trying Plated.com | Quinoa Mushroom Patties and Redfish Roti

Posted by By maria October 24, 2014Posted inSponsored PostsNo Comments
  I had such a great time last week making dinner...quinoa patties with mushrooms and redfish roti! I had fun because all my ingredients were all pre measured out, and…
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Tailgating and Homegating Ideas

Posted by By maria October 23, 2014Posted inEntertainingNo Comments
If you are tailgating ..here are some great products for your next tailgating or homegating event ..this recently appeared on Fox Channel 43 in York/Lancaster. Pa http://fox43.com/2014/09/26/tailgatinghomegating-essentials/
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Risotto with White Wine and Grapes | Grapes and Galileo

Posted by By maria October 10, 2014Posted inFood Facts, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati (photo 2014 copyright Art of Living ,PrimaMedia,Inc.) The Sun with all the planets revolving around it, and depending on it, can still ripen…
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Cous Cous with Tuna and Veggies | Philadelphia Food Show

Posted by By maria October 3, 2014Posted inEvents & Appearances, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc. “Couscous, the food so nice, they named it twice” from the film Pineapple Express What better way to enjoy great food and discover…
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Menu from Montepulciano | Pici alla Briciole (Pasta with Toasted Breadcrumbs)

Posted by By maria September 25, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italy, Pasta, Recipes, TravelNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati “Refill the glass that is empty..empty the glass that is filled..never leave a glass filled..never leave a glass empty!” (Templan)   One of…
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Fond Food Memories: Montepulciano and Abruzzo | Saffron Nutty Biscotti

Posted by By maria September 19, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italy, Recipes, TravelNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living,Primamedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Montepulciano has still been on my mind.. and especially the cantucci biscotti  that we enjoyed with the Vin Santo produced there..but as the saying…
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Montepulciano Memories | Cantucci Biscotti Recipe

Posted by By maria September 8, 2014Posted inItaly, Recipes, TravelNo Comments
It is not possible to visit Montepulciano without enjoying some cantucci biscotti.  And don’t ask for a recipe, everyone has their own way and will swear theirs is the correct…
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Montepulciano Memories Gnocchetti Tuscan Style

Posted by By maria August 31, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italy, Recipes, TravelNo Comments
…fill the glass that is empty. Don’t ever leave a glass empty..don’t ever leave a glass full…. This week ,The Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm wqw…
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Apricot Mouse with Chocolate Crumble | Summer in the Piazza

Posted by By maria August 20, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
      text copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc Life here in this ' little  town' never fails to  keep me entertained .. from  the town priest that…
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5 Rules for Picnics & A Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

Posted by By maria August 11, 2014Posted inEntertaining, Facts, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati What would summer be without the (under rated) picnic..or eating al fresco..or dining outside..or whatever you call it.. Besides all the fresh luscious…
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Crema Cotta with Berries | How You Can Cook With 5 Star Chefs in Italy

Posted by By maria August 9, 2014Posted inCook With Maria, Culinary Art, Italy, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, TravelNo Comments
2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc./Maria Liberati   2 ounces fresh blueberries 4 ounces fresh strawberries 2 ounces fresh raspberries or blackberries 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/3 cup milk 2 eggs…
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Pizza Frittata | Healthy Gluten Free (GF) Pizza

Posted by By maria July 30, 2014Posted inGluten Free & Delicious, RecipesNo Comments
A healthy pizza recipe with a gluten free version included.
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How To Recharge Your Summer | 7 Summer Activities You Should Try

Posted by By maria July 13, 2014Posted inHow To's, Life HacksNo Comments
copyright 2010 art of living, PrimaMedia, Inc./Maria Liberati A life without love is like a year without summer. ~Swedish Proverb   Just about half over..summer that is…and  time to recharge…
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Frittata con Mentuccia (Mint Frittata) | How To Use Mint

Posted by By maria July 6, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Frittata, How To's, RecipesNo Comments
Summer afternoon, Summer afternoon: to me those have always  been the two most beautiful words in the English language Henry James A Frittata is one of the most versatile  dishes…
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Save Time Cleaning House with Handybook.com | Discount Code Included

Posted by By maria June 27, 2014Posted inHome Improvement, Life Hacks, Reader Discounts, Sponsored PostsNo Comments
I love coming home to a clean and organized house..but not always so simple with my crazy schedule..so enter handybook.com Wow! I recently was invited to try their services and…
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Gelato Di Limone (Lemon Gelato) | Cucinami: Food and Love

Posted by By maria June 23, 2014Posted inItalian Culture, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014, Maria Liberati/Art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc Thanks to everyone that came out to my appearance at the Lansdale Farmers’ Market this past Saturday. Special thanks to the Lansdale Reporter http://www.thereporteronline.com/lifestyle/20140622/celebrity-chef-holds-demo-at-lansdale-farmers-market…
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Ginger Peach Gelato Delight | Desserts To Keep You Cool

Posted by By maria June 14, 2014Posted inLa Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, Summer RecipesNo Comments
  “An apple is an excellent thing — until you have tried a peach.” George du Maurier (1834-1896)   copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Summer has just begun,…
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An Ode to Coffee and Caffe Frullato (Coffee Milkshake)

Posted by By maria June 5, 2014Posted inCoffee, Drink Recipes, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia Inc. My energy drink of choice is coffee..espresso that is.... and  now that summer is here there are many other ways to enjoy this…
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Recipe for Tramezzini | A Roman Holiday Inspired Staycation

Posted by By maria May 22, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Movie & Recipe Pairings, Recipes, Summer RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia, Inc./Maria Liberati   The official start to the unofficial beginning of summer is finally here..."as tasty as summer's first peach" my favorite saying comes…
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Cetara's Ancient Sauce | Colatura di Alici (Garum)

Posted by By maria May 14, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Food Facts, History of Foods, Italian CultureNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati So continuing on my trip through Amalfi and filming of the first episode of my new PBS TV show.. the story I want to…
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Experience Lemons from Amalfi and Lemon Ricotta Braided Bread

Posted by By maria April 30, 2014Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italian Culture, Italy, Recipes, TravelNo Comments
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria LiberatiWhen life gives you lemons..you know how the saying goes….One particular thing I forgot to highlight from my last blog post while filming my…
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Happy Holidays, Happy New Year 2022!

I want to wish you all and your families the Happiest and Healthiest New Year in 2022! Thank you all so much for joining me and helping me to make The Basic Art of Italian Cooking and The Maria Liberati Show a success! I can’t wait to share my next book (The Basic Art of Italian Cooking Diaries: Seasons) with you, it will release in late Spring/early Summer.

Lentil Soup Recipe for a Prosperous New Year.

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