I must confess that the first time I heard of Shrimp Scampi was when I met Rob. After a long conversation about whether or not to add cream and parmesan, I finally made this pasta Italian style and he agreed that it was delicious, fresh …
This recipe is a variation of the Ricotta Asparagus Pea Pasta. The idea came from the guess of my IG followers who initially thought I had made an Asparagus Pasta with Ricotta Pea Pesto. So here I am with the recipe! The pesto is made …
THIS POST HAS BEEN UPDATED AND WAS FIRST PUBLISHED ON JUNE, 20 2020. What’s better than a refreshing, healthy salad when the weather starts to get warmer? My Pesto Salad with Shrimp and Farro is a healthy, Italian-inspired dish that is balanced and full of …
When spring arrives, there’s nothing better than fresh asparagus as a side dish for a weeknight dinner or a light lunch. Roasted Asparagus is an easy and quick side dish that I love to make during the spring season. Asparagus is often used in Italian …
Authentic Italian Pasta Carbonara. The smell of sizzling bacon, the golden egg yolks creamy sauce combined with Pecorino romano that coat the spaghetti, all topped with freshly crushed black pepper are the ingredient of one of the most traditional Italian dishes! This recipe is perfectly …
Spring is here and with it the most joyful holiday: Easter. Easter has always meant rebirth to me, not only because of its symbolic meaning, but also because of nature blooming the most delicious vegetables, ready to be transformed into a succulent meal. Easter has …
Torta Pasqualina is a typical cake baked at Easter in Liguria, in northwestern Italy. This savory Italian Easter pie consists of a crunchy crust with a filling of Swiss chard, thyme, eggs, ricotta and parmesan cheese. Once baked and sliced, it will reveal the eggs …
Sautéed Artichokes are the perfect spring side dish: quick, easy, and with a delicious flavor that makes them ideal for a holiday meal or spring feast. In this recipe, I used the artichoke hearts and their long stems, and it’s another example of a simple …
A pan-roasted veal is an excellent option if you’re looking for something gorgeous for a special family dinner or holiday feast. The roast makes a great Sunday dinner or, with Easter just around the corner, a holiday meal. This tender and delicious dish will delight …
Artichoke salad is my favorite spring recipe and is always on the menu when I visit my parents in the spring. Artichoke salad is an authentic Italian recipe made with shaved raw artichokes, shaved parmesan, walnuts and a lemon dressing. The texture of this salad …
