I first began making fish this way right after Joe and I got married in 1975. My favorite way to prepare it is with flounder, but it tastes great on tilapia, and many other kinds of fish. Enjoy! – JM Farro BAKED PARMESAN FISH 6-8 small Fish Fillets (about 1 […]
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Mom Farro’s Beef Stroganoff
This was one of my favorite meals when I was growing up. It’s my mom’s recipe, and the sauce it makes is creamy and fabulous. Enjoy! – JM Farro MARIE’S BEEF STROGANOFF 1 package of Egg Noodles 1 pound Round or Chuck Steak, trimmed and cubed ½ cup sliced Onion […]
Best Blueberry Muffins
My sister, Janet, gets the credit for this outstanding recipe. These muffins are chock full of fresh blueberries, and the cake part is out of this world. I’ve tried a lot of blueberry muffin recipes, but these are my personal favorite. Thanks, Jan! – JM Farro BEST BLUEBERRY MUFFINS ½ […]
Aunt Clarice’s White Pizza with Broccoli
1 pound Pizza Dough 1 small Onion, finely chopped 1 cup Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese 1 large Egg 1 tablespoon Flour 1½ teaspoons Italian Seasoning ½ teaspoon Salt ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper 1 cup frozen small Broccoli Florets 1 cup Sweet Red Bell Pepper strips ½ cup Part-Skim Mozzarella (shredded) […]
New Year’s Eve Punch
My husband, Joe, and I made this every New Year’s Eve while our boys, Joseph and John, were growing up. We still make it occasionally when we’re in a party mood. It’s always a big hit with guests! – JM Farro QUICK PUNCH 1 quart Sherbet (orange, raspberry, or rainbow […]
Mom Farro’s Meatloaf
My mother has been making this version of meatloaf since I was a little girl. She still makes it today, and it tastes just as good now as it did those many years ago. Thanks, Mom! – JM Farro MEATLOAF FARRO-STYLE 1½ pounds Ground Beef ½ cup Oatmeal 1 small […]
Chocolate Banana Smoothie
I created this simple smoothie recipe because I love Ovaltine and TCBY Yogurt. It’s wholesome and refreshing. Enjoy! – JM Farro CHOCOLATE BANANA SMOOTHIE 1 cup Milk (skim or 1%) ½ cup TCBY Frozen Yogurt (any flavor) ½ Banana 1 cup Strawberries (frozen) 2 tablespoons Ovaltine Chocolate Mix Combine all […]
Italian Lemon Cookies
I often make these at Christmastime, and my daughter-in-law, Amy, lights up like a Christmas tree when I do. Some people make these shaped in “knots,” but I like to make them round. Either way, they are indescribably delicious! – JM Farro ITALIAN LEMON COOKIES 1 stick (1/2 cup) Margarine […]
Janet’s Zucchini Bread
This is a wonderful recipe that my sister, Janet, gave me many years ago. This bread is moist, without being oily. My husband, Joe, doesn’t like nuts, so I make it with raisins instead. Either way, it’s a fabulous bread! – JM Farro JANET’S ZUCCHINI BREAD 3 Eggs 2 cups […]
Dad Farro’s Baked Beans
This recipe made my dad famous for his baked beans. It’s a favorite at the Labor Day Farro Family Picnic each year at my sister, Joyce’s, house. – JM Farro DAD FARRO’S BAKED BEANS 3 16-oz. cans Pork & Beans (drained) ¼ cup ketchup ¼ cup dark molasses 1 pound […]