Fresh homemade pasta, a rich and tangy blue cheese cream sauce, and crunchy toasted hazelnuts. What’s not to love? Sometimes, a restaurant meal inspires you to get into your own kitchen and see if you can recreate the magic. That’s exactly what happened with this recipe! I had beetroot pasta with Gorgonzola cream sauce and…
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Galician Pork Stew
A taste of Galicia, Spain—straight from my kitchen. Sometimes the best meals are the ones that look incredibly simple on paper. This Galician Pork Stew is exactly that. A big pot filled with pork ribs, ham, pork hocks, steak, andouille, pancetta, garbanzo beans, potatoes, leeks, and kale, all simmered together in a deeply flavorful broth….
Quick & Easy Stuffed Zucchini: The Crispy Italian Side Dish You’ll Make Again and Again
I was getting seriously tired of the same old sides. Macaroni salad? Again?Green salad? Again?Another steamed or roasted vegetable? Please. Then came zucchini. Or, as we Italians might call it, cucuzza—or gagootz in my family’s Italian dialect. I originally had plans to turn these zucchini into zucchini noodles, but then I had another idea: stuffed…
Better Than Takeout: Organic Chinese Beef and Broccoli (One Pan) + A Sweet Summer Crostini
There’s something about good New York and New Jersey Chinese takeout that is hard to beat. Since moving to the Lowcountry, I’ve been craving those familiar flavors—but without the mystery ingredients, excess sodium, and questionable oils that often come with takeout. That’s why I absolutely fell in love with this Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe…
The Best Veggie Frittata You’ll Ever Make: One Pan, Endless Possibilities
Looking for a healthy, delicious lunch that doesn’t leave your kitchen looking like a disaster zone? This Veggie Frittata is exactly what you need. What do you get when you combine sweet onions, colorful peppers, fresh squash, garlic, eggs, creamy ricotta, and a touch of spicy Calabrian chili? A flavorful, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for…
The One-Pan Italian Sausage and Peppers Recipe That Tastes Like Dinner in Grandma’s Kitchen
Some recipes instantly transport you back to family dinners, crowded kitchens, and the comforting aroma of garlic and onions sizzling on the stove. Italian sausage and peppers is one of those dishes. Growing up in New Jersey in an Italian family, sausage and peppers was a staple. Whether it was served at family gatherings, summer…
Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon
There are some recipes you make once and immediately know they’re going into your regular dinner rotation. This Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon is one of those meals for me. I originally found this recipe on Serving Dumplings, and after making it for the second or third time now, I can confidently say it’s always…
The Italian Seafood Salad I Make Every Holiday (and Crave All Year Long)
Italian Seafood Salad (Insalata di Frutti di Mare) If you’re Italian, chances are you’ve enjoyed a beautiful seafood salad during the holidays. Traditionally served on Christmas Eve as part of the Feast of the Seven Fishes, this classic Insalata di Frutti di Mare deserves a place on the table all year long. I make this…
Spicy to the Max! My Favorite Grilled Thai Curry Beef Roll
When I say wow, I mean WOW. This Grilled Thai Curry Beef Roll from the Food Network Kitchen is an absolute flavor bomb — spicy, juicy, and totally addictive. It’s one of my all-time favorite grill recipes, and every time I make it, I fall in love all over again. This dish is a showstopper…
One Pot Clam Bake (Ina Garten Inspired Seafood Feast)
There’s something about a big, steamy seafood pot that just feels like a celebration. This One Pot Clam Bake, inspired by Ina Garten, is one of those recipes I’ve been making for years—and it never fails to impress. It’s rustic, it’s abundant, and best of all… it’s incredibly simple. If you’re craving a full-on seafood…
