These recipes have been passed down in my family for over seven generations. Along the way, others were collected from family and close friends. My mother was the keeper of these recipes for many years. When she died, I inherited her famous recipe box, overflowing with recipes, family history, and love. Within this book you will find some of the best from her collection. There are recipes from our Italian and Portuguese heritage, as well as from our German, Greek, and Polish friends. There are recipes from the old country, through the 1960's, 70's, 80's and beyond. It is my hope that you will get as much love, laughter, and enjoyment from making these recipes with your family. From our family, to yours, with love.