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Zucchini Ham Bake – Zucchine Prosciutto al Forno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 I had several zucchini and ham in the fridge, added some eggs and cheese and made this amazing zucchini bake. I served it with my simple Tomato Bocconcini Salad which was a perfect light meal. Ingredients 400 gr thinly sliced zucchini 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp salt 3 eggs 75 ml milk 50 ml Greek yogurt 2 tbsp grated parmigiano cheese 1 tsp paprika Cooking spray Grated parmigiano cheese to taste Cooked ham slices cut into pieces, to
Maria Scuor
Nov 203 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 201 min read


Veggie Pastina Soup – Zuppa di Verdure e Pastina
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 – 3 Gianni wanted something that was easy to swallow yet hardy as his appetite is getting better. This one is full of veggies with some pastina to make it a full filling meal. What is wonderful about these kinds of soups is you can add whichever vegetables and however much you want. Ingredients 100 gr frozen spinach, thawed and water squeezed out 1 medium carrot, diced 100 gr cauliflower, diced 225 gr canned red kidney beans 1
Maria Scuor
Nov 152 min read


Stuffed Sicilian Zucchini – Zucchine Siciliane Ripiene
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 I had half of the market fresh Sicilian Zucchini and the first batch I made my Sicilian Long...
Maria Scuor
Sep 305 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 183 min read


Chili Pepper Pasta – Pasta al Peperoncino
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 Today I created this recipe on the fly because I heard on the radio today September 3 rd is...
Maria Scuor
Sep 33 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 312 min read


Sundried Tomato Risotto – Risotto al Pomodoro Secchi
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 + I made this as a main course meal for Gianni and I it is delicious with sundried tomatoes...
Maria Scuor
Aug 282 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 112 min read


Veggie Polenta – Polenta Vegetariana
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 – 3 I love using instant polenta to make a creamy style polenta that you can do pretty much...
Maria Scuor
Aug 102 min read


Sicilian Long Zucchini Casserole – Tortino di Cucuzza Siciliana
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 I’ve seen this snake looking vegetable at the market the past few weeks but been afraid to...
Maria Scuor
Jul 296 min read


Zucchini Flower Casserole – Tortino di Fiore di Zucca
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 Today I went to the market and finally decided to spread my wings and bought zucchini...
Maria Scuor
Jul 203 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 202 min read


Pecan Basil Pesto - Pesto di Pecan e Basilico
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes: 150 gr of pesto I’m not a fan of pine nuts or a lot of basil therefore I created this pesto that...
Maria Scuor
Jul 202 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 122 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 42 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 293 min read


Egg & Veggie Pie – Torta di Uova e Verdure
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 3 When you have puff pastry in the fridge you can easily pull together a savory dinner with...
Maria Scuor
Jun 73 min read


Creamy Veggie Soup – Zuppa Cremosa di Verdure
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 3 - 4 With Gianni not able to eat solid food I’m trying different recipes to help he keep his...
Maria Scuor
May 223 min read


Pea Soup – Zuppa di Piselli
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 A quick pea soup for lunch or dinner, any time of year! With Gianni not being able to palate...
Maria Scuor
May 202 min read
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