Blog Archives for tag Italy

Spaghetti with Swiss Chard, Tomatoes & Italian Sausage

Fennel-scented, crumbled Italian sausage not only pairs well with bitter broccoli rabe, but also with Swiss chard, broccolini, escarole and… Continue reading »

Casarecce with Cherry Tomato Sauce, Pancetta & Fresh Mozzarella

One of my go-to pasta dishes that I learned to make while in Italy is a homemade cherry tomato marinara… Continue reading »

Turkey Marsala with Rosemary-Mushroom Sauce

This sweet yet savory mushroom sauce works well on not only turkey, but shrimp, chicken, pork, veal and even over… Continue reading »

Pecorino & Roasted Radish Risotto

It is fun to experiment with flavorings and add-ins for a creamy bowl of homemade risotto.  On its own simply… Continue reading »

‘Braised Artichokes with Tomatoes & Mint’

Visiting Italy in early spring, more specifically Easter-time, is a wonderful idea.  Hands-down their most celebrated holiday each year,  this… Continue reading »

‘Porchetta-Style Roast Pork’

A classic in Italian cooking, a traditional porchetta is a delectable boneless pork roast most often flavored with garlic, fresh rosemary, fennel… Continue reading »

Classic Lasagna Bolognese

My husband made a special dinner request this week which I was thrilled to go along with!  He was craving… Continue reading »

Italian White Bean & Kale Sauté

Another foolproof recipe from the kitchen of the beloved Barefoot Contessa!  If you don’t already have Ina Garten’s latest cookbook… Continue reading »

‘Chocolate-Olive Oil Cake with Walnuts’

Swapping in fruity olive oil for butter in a cake recipe makes for a super moist crumb and a lovely… Continue reading »

Lemony Kale Risotto with Pistachios

One of the most comforting dishes I can think of is that of a classic Italian risotto.  Short-grain Arborio rice… Continue reading »