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Cheesy Baked Veggies – Verdure al Formaggio
Whenever we had Thanksgiving dinner in Canada, I would make this as a side dish, and it is loved by all. I didn’t measure the ingredients as I didn’t have a scale but gave rough estimates. You can make as much or as little as you want.
Maria Scuor
Feb 262 min read


Heart Caprese Salad – Insalata Caprese Forma Cuore
A heart caprese salad is a playful, romantic twist on the classic Italian favorite. Juicy slices of tomatoes are topped with creamy fresh mozzarella cut into heart shape. We finish it with a sprinkle of salt, either fresh or dried basil and a drizzle of olive oil and topped off with a good balsamic vinegar. Light, fresh, and visually charming, a beautiful contrast of colors and flavors. It’s a dish that feels both elegant and heartfelt — perfect for date nights, celebratio
Maria Scuor
Feb 182 min read


Roasted Cauliflower – Cavolfiore Arrostito
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 This is an easy, healthy and quick side dish that goes well with anything and today I’ve paired it with my Pork Francaise . It is a wonderful meal. Ingredients 640 gr cauliflower cut into florets – I used the three types, but you can use a cauliflower head 75 ml olive oil 1 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper ½ tbsp garlic granules ½ tbsp onion flakes 1 tbsp dried parsley 1 tsp paprika Grated Grana Padano cheese to taste Dried parsley to t
Maria Scuor
Feb 122 min read


Delicious Brussel Sprouts – Deliziosi Cavoletti di Bruxelles
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 8 – 10 These Brussel sprouts are roasted and tossed in a sweet and tangy glaze which are sure to be a huge hit on any dinner table. Ingredients 200 gr slices of bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces 600 gr Brussel sprouts – cleaned, sliced in half and parboiled ½ tsp garlic salt or salt & pepper to taste 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Directions Sauté bacon in a skillet over medium heat until c
Maria Scuor
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Tomatoes & Mozza – Pomodori e Mozza
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 Tomatoes with fresh mozzarella cheese is a traditional Italian salad that I absolutely love. It is light and refreshing and is great as a side to any meal. Ingredients 3 tomatoes 2 fresh mozzarella balls Olive oil Salt Dried oregano Good balsamic vinegar Directions Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella about the same thickness Place tomatoes and mozzarella alternately on a plate Sprinkle the tomatoes and mozzarella with olive oil,
Maria Scuor
Dec 4, 20251 min read


Green Bean Salad – Insalata di Fagioli
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 - 6 Green beans are so good for us because they are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They can contribute to heart health, digestive health, and even help with weight management because they are low in calories and high in fiber. This cold green bean salad is a great side dish to any meal. Ingredients 1 kg green beans, cleaned, cut into pieces and boiled until cooked 115 gr thinly sliced pancetta 1 large shallo
Maria Scuor
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Tomato Bocconcini Salad – Insalata di Pomodoro e Bocconcini
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 This light and fresh tomato and bocconcini salad goes well with any meal. I’ve paired it with my Zucchini Ham Bake and it was delicious. Ingredients 2 tomatoes, diced 150 gr baby bocconcini sliced in half Olive oil to taste Dried oregano to taste Salt to taste Aged balsamic vinegar to taste Directions Add tomatoes, bocconcini, oil, oregano and salt in a bowl and mix well Serve next to any meat and drizzle as much vinegar you w
Maria Scuor
Nov 20, 20251 min read


Guacamole
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes a bowl of guacamole I learned to make this when we used to go twice yearly to Cancun Mexico. ...
Maria Scuor
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Lemony Potatoes & Asparagus – Patate e Asparagi al Limone
Scorri a basso per I’italiano Serves: 3 This simple to make potato and asparagus recipe is a great side dish to any type of meat. ...
Maria Scuor
Aug 31, 20252 min read


Dijon Apple Cider Dressing – Salsa Digione e Sidro di Mele
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes: 260 ml of dressing I love Dijon dressings and I wanted to try apple cider vinegar instead of...
Maria Scuor
Aug 26, 20252 min read


Creamy Warm Potatoes – Patate Calde Cremose
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 as a side dish This warm potato salad is perfect with any type of meat. Today I made BBQ...
Maria Scuor
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Tomato & Green Bean Salad – Insalata Pomodori e Fagioli Verdi
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 I got the beautiful plump cherry tomatoes from the market today and I had some boiled green...
Maria Scuor
Jul 20, 20252 min read


Big Potato Salad – Grande Insalata di Patate
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 8 – 12 as a side dish This potato salad is perfect when you have lots of people over for a BBQ...
Maria Scuor
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Caramelized Peppers & Onions - Peperoni e Cipolle Caramellate
Scorri a basso per l’italiano I made these for our BBQ Party and specifically for the Salamella Sandwich (Italian style sausage). ...
Maria Scuor
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Zesty Dip – Salsa Saporita
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes: 200 ml I’ve used this zesty yogurt dip for a couple of dishes already but it is so good that it...
Maria Scuor
Jul 4, 20252 min read


Roasted Balsamic Asparagus – Asparagi Arrostiti al Balsamico
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 – 3 These asparagus are very simple to make and are delicious. You can make them ahead of...
Maria Scuor
Jul 4, 20252 min read


Lemony Potato Salad – Insalata di Patate al Limone
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 Lemon, parsley and onions gives everything a fresh taste. Adding them to make this warm...
Maria Scuor
Jun 29, 20253 min read


Honey Dijon Vinaigrette – Vinaigrette Digione e Miele
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes: 190 ml of dressing This is a very simple green salad dressing but is delicious that you will...
Maria Scuor
Jun 23, 20251 min read


Honey Mustard Dip – Salsa al Miele e Senape
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes: about 325 ml The great thing about this dip is you put everything into a small blender and then...
Maria Scuor
Jun 17, 20252 min read


Baked Veggies – Verdure al Forno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano I love baked veggies because basically you can put whatever veggie you like and make a healthy side...
Maria Scuor
Mar 20, 20252 min read
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