Pretty much everyone loves spaghetti, from the youngest among us to the oldest of sweet Oldies. This pasta is based on “Spaghetti Aglio e Olio” but has a porky prosciutto di Parma twist — a bit of crispy fried prosciutto adds a slightly smokey flavor-bomb finish to each bite. And […]
Spaghetti alle Vongole (or as you may already know it, Spaghetti with clams) is one of our top 3 favorite pasta dishes. This briny delicious pasta tastes exactly like the salty sea the clams come from. It’s the perfect seafood pasta to make right now and pretty easy to get […]
If you love basil or just need a little savory crêpe inspiration this Italian-inspired green crêpe recipe starts with fresh basil from the garden and grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Add a little milk, eggs, and melted butter and you have yourself a delicious savory crêpe that can be used for […]
This is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to cook zucchini. In just 10 minutes you can have perfectly golden brown, pan-seared zucchini slices without ever turning on your oven or firing up the grill. We cook and eat a ton of veggies around here and pan-searing is […]
If you’re looking for a new easy pasta recipe to add to your menu rotation, this one’s really delicious and easy. This pork and mushroom tomato pasta sauce is made with Italian “salsiccia” (a high-quality fatty pork sausage seasoned with just salt and black pepper), sweet jarred tomatoes, pan-seared golden […]
In just 10 minutes you’ll be eating this delicious, perfectly cooked crispy-edged sesame-speckled purple cauliflower. We eat a lot of veggies around here and one of our favorite ways to cook them is a good old-fashioned pan-sear because it’s not only super quick, but it’s a great way to concentrate […]
If you’re a fan of Everything bagels we think you may enjoy this Everything Naan recipe. They happen to be my favorite NYC bagel and I’ve been missing them (a lot) lately. I figured why not add them to that whole wheat naan recipe I made a while back — […]
When life gives you Sicilian lemons, make 2-Minute Homemade Lemon Sugar! If you’re a fan of using every part of a good ingredient, then this simple lemon sugar is one way to get the most out of your lemons. We use a lot of this citrus fruit around here for […]
If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious way to sneak more veggies into your breakfasts (or any meal), this green egg frittata recipe is the way to go! It’s easy to make, super tasty, and looks pretty stunning on your table too. Fresh herbs, seasonal asparagus, zucchini, and fresh […]
This lasagna recipe is a house favorite and gets requested multiple times a season whenever asparagus is popping up everywhere. Filled with layers of pan-seared asparagus, delicate slices of prosciutto cotto (Italian cooked ham), generous helpings of sliced fresh mozzarella, grated Grana Padano cheese, a green asparagus-infused bechamel, and one […]
If you’re craving restaurant takeout or making a slow-simmered curry, this fluffy tender naan recipe hits the spot. This flatbread is versatile enough to use for everything from breakfast “toast”, to scooping up your favorite hummus or using it to pile on your favorite deli meats and cheeses. It’s perfect […]
For those of you who love Caprese salad, this is a unique seasonal take on one of our favorite Italian summer salads. It’s delicious and takes five minutes to pull it together and looks really pretty when it’s assembled. Plums are a great substitute for tomatoes if you’re craving Caprese […]
Whether you’re the type of person who doesn’t want to waste a single part of a really good ingredient, or you just want to add a little sunshine to your baking (or your minibar), this quick and easy blood orange sugar recipe takes less than 5 minutes to make. If you […]
If you love béchamel and are looking for an inspired take on this classic Italian white sauce, this is the recipe to make. Not only does this sauce turn a beautiful spring green color, but it also tastes great and has a little more nutrient bang for the buck. This […]
If you need a quick, easy (and really delicious) pasta sauce to feed yourself (or the whole family) at a moment’s notice, this Prosciutto Sugo tomato sauce is the perfect recipe. It’s one of the simplest sauces to make and the ingredients (or similar ones) you may already have on […]