If you’re looking for simple, delicious, no-fuss dish that can be served in many different ways then you’ve got to try this green beans and potato salad! Slightly crunchy green beans are paired with soft potatoes and seasoned with delicious olive oil, vinegar and parsley dressing. Add finely chopped garlic if you like a bit …
Pizzette is one of my favorite finger foods. It’s perfect for any party, family gathering or buffet table. No Italian apperitivo goes without at least one flavor of these! Soft inside, with golden crust on the outside these bite-size pizzas are total crowd pleasers. Just imagine, how cool is it to taste all those pizza …
To someone who grew up in Sicily, Sardinia or Valley d’Aosta biancomangiare pudding unmistakably recalls to their childhood memories. Because this simple almond milk pudding is one of best afternoon snacks for the kids. AND the adults 😉 Biancomangiare is pronounced as “bjan-ko man-ja-re” and literally translates from Italian as “white dish”. It’s made with …
Sponge cakes can be tricky and for some folks perfect sponge cake is still a mystery. But with this classic Italian sponge cake recipe it just CAN’T go wrong. Soft, delicate and fluffy it’s perfect sponge base for any cake. But even in its plain version it’s absolutely irresistible. Just dust it with powdered sugar …
Taralli Di Pasqua are famous Italian Easter cookies from Southern Italy. Puglia region in particular. They are often called simply Taralli Dolci Pugliesi. They are most famous in their savory version, which traditionally includes anise seeds. But there are a lot of variations: with black pepper, oregano, even with tomato sauce that gives them a …
You can whip up these delicious apple fritters or fritelle di mele in less than 30 minutes, and actually make them two ways! Delicious apple rings coated with cinnamon or vanilla flavored batter of bite-size soft patties that simply melt in the mouth. Whichever way you choose (or even make both in the same batch!) …
St. Joseph’s Pastries or Zeppole di San Giuseppe are traditional cream filled pastries from Campagna region of Italy. A little bit of curiosity Zeppole di San Giuseppe is a MUST-MAKE for Saint Joseph’s Day (March 19) which is one of the principal feasts in Western Christianity. Since Saint Joseph is known to be the foster-father …
There are a lot of pasta recipes that I would make and eat in a heartbeat. And this cavatelli lemon artichoke pasta is the new addition. You’ll be amazed how few simple ingredients turn into a spectacular pasta bowl. Cavatelli You can make it with store bought or homemade cavatelli. But you probably guessed it, …
Can one resist creamy oven-baked tortellini al forno with light golden crust and crumbled bacon? Impossible! This creamy and comforting pasta is a perfect dish for the whole family. You can easily add variety to your tortellini al forno by choosing different types of tortellini every time you make it: 3 cheese tortellini, spinach stuffed …
Creamy buttery artichokes are steamed in pressure cooker in less than 10 minutes. But the best part is of course the sauce! Delicate, savory and incredibly flavorful all at the same time, this green artichoke dipping sauce is truly legendary. And yes, you make the sauce while artichokes are cooking 😉 It’s best to use …
Chicken involtini or chicken rolls stuffed with prosciutto and cheese are one of my go-to entrees when on a time crunch but still want something savory for dinner. Just imagine juicy and tender chicken paired with slightly tangy prosciutto and super creamy provolone cheese all ready in less than 20 minutes! My favorite part is …
Crispy, bubbly and super addicting Chiacchiere ia a typical food during Mardi Gras or Carnival season in Italy. Both kids & adults adore them! Depending on the region they differ in shape, name and even slightly in the ingredients. Chiacchiere, pronounced as [kjakˈkjɛːre], is their typical name in Lombardia, crostoli in Veneto, frappe in Central …
Are you always on the go? Or maybe tired of the same old veggie sides? These pressure cooker brussel sprouts is a total saver. Quite literally! Aside from instant noodle bowl, what else can you make in less than 5 minutes?? Brussel sprouts cook in pressure cooker for 3-4 minutes while maintaining all vitamins and …
Can we talk girls stuff today? Because there is nothing you wouldn’t LOVE about these cookies! Sweet sponge biscuits, light and super delicate they’re just the perfect treat to spoil yourself, anytime of the day. Yep, anytime. With just about 16 calories per cookie it’s SUPER hard to resist. Luckily, you don’t have to. In …
Warm yourself up with a delicious bowl of hot and light pastina soup cooked in both. It’s pure comfort food for all ages, all year round. Italians often joke that pastina is an Italian “penicillin”. And that’s because when you’re sick or not feeling good pastina or minestrina is what an Italian mom or nonna …
