This book is a compilation of recipes I learned from my grandmother (Phyllis), my mother (Joanne), and others I developed on my own through numerous iterations over many years. It is not a cookbook for specific diets, but it is more like a road map that leads you to your own recipe that becomes one of your family favorites. I am delighted to share these recipes, and I suggest you make additions or subtractions to the recommended spices as you see fit. Follow the advice of my nana, "Taste, Johnny, taste! When it tastes good, it's done." Mangia!