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Pork Marsala Panino – Panino di Maiale al Marsala
We love a sandwich and salad for dinner, especially if they are hot sandwiches. This pork sandwich is sweetened with Marsala wine. Marsala can be sweet or dry and is produced in the Italian city Marsala in Sicily. In Italy I can get “Marsala al Uvo”, which translates to Marsala with egg.
Maria Scuor
Mar 303 min read


Easter Biscotti – Biscotti di Pasqua
Crisp, golden biscotti infused with bright citrus notes, delivering the perfect balance of zesty freshness and satisfying crunch. Made to be dunked, they come alive when paired with your favorite coffee, making every bite a cozy Easter indulgence.
Maria Scuor
Mar 292 min read


Cauliflower Raviolini – Raviolini al Cavolfiore
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves 2 Baby ravioli or raviolini don’t have to be used for soup only. Today I made them in this spicy creamy cauliflower sauce and they were delicious. Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp vegetable broth 50 gr diced red onion 315 gr parboiled cauliflower flowerets chopped small 2 tbsp vegetable broth 3 tbsp heavy cream Minced hot pepper paste to taste (or hot sauce you like) Garlic salt or salt & pepper to taste Grated parmigiano to tast
Maria Scuor
Mar 292 min read


Stuffed Roasted Chicken Meal – Pollo Arrosto Ripieno
We love chicken overall, however when I fill it with stuffing and roast it with veggies, it not only tastes awesome but other than making the stuffing in a pot, this meal is all roasted in a pan.
Maria Scuor
Mar 274 min read


Peas & Bacon Gnocchetti – Gnocchetti con Piselli e Bacon
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 These baby gnocchi or gnocchetti are cooked with bacon and peas in one pan which makes it very easy to put the meal together and the flavours mix with each other as they cook. Makes the gnocchetti, delicious Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth 150 gr bacon, chopped thinly 3 tbsp vegetable broth 50 gr diced red onion 150 gr frozen peas Seasoning salt to taste Hot pepper flakes to taste (optional) 500 gr fresh packaged gnocchetti 2
Maria Scuor
Mar 252 min read


Meat Patties & Veggies – Polpette e Verdure
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 I love having meatball mixture in the freezer because I can take it out in the morning and make anything with it. Today I made what my mom made all the time. Flat meatballs, except she fried them and I baked them with veggies and made it a complete meal. Simple and delicious with a side of chili yogurt dipping sauce. Ingredients Bunch of asparagus tips Cauliflower flowerets to taste Garlic salt or salt and pepper to taste Hot p
Maria Scuor
Mar 253 min read


Chili Mac & Cheese
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 I love when I can combine two of my favourites in one dish. This one has a blend of chili and macaroni and cheese. And the best thing, it’s made in one pot. Ingredients 1 tbsp beef broth 225 gr mixed ground pork and beef 1 tbsp beef broth 40 gr finely diced onion 240 gr can diced tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato paste 200 gr kidney beans, drained 300 ml beef broth 100 gr elbow macaroni (uncooked) Chili spices to taste Garlic s
Maria Scuor
Mar 242 min read


Zucchini Slices – Fette di Zucchine
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 3 – 4 for dinner I wanted to make a frittata but decided to change it up for something a little hardier and this recipe is perfect because it is full of eggs, ham, cheese, peppers and wonderful zucchini. I made it for dinner with a green salad, and it will serve 3 – 4 people. However, you can serve as an appetizer and cut them into small slices. Ingredients 5 eggs 150 gr flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 375 gr grated zucchini, s
Maria Scuor
Mar 232 min read


Veggie Infused Mini Meatloaf - Mini Polpettone Infuso di Verdure
My family loves meatloaf! What I love is that I can hide any kind of veggies and they eat them without complaining. Today I made a batch of my Vegetable Purée which infuses the meatloaf with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, onions and pepper. The vegetable purée makes the meatloaf lighter and healthier for us as well as make it really moist.
Maria Scuor
Mar 225 min read


Vegetable Purée – Purea di Verdure
I use different versions of vegetable purée in my meatloaf recipes, to thicken soups, in lasagnas or a skillet pasta. The vegetable can be roasted then puréed with broth or cream or can be cooked in vegetable broth then puréed once cooked.
Maria Scuor
Mar 223 min read


Bacon Potatoes & Brussel Sprouts – Patate e Cavoletti al Bacon
Roasted until golden and crisp, these potatoes and Brussels sprouts are tossed with smoky bacon for a dish that’s bursting with savory flavor. Cheese added at the end make these very cheesy too! Every bite is packed with smoky flavor, crispy edges, and rich savory goodness—simple ingredients turned into a comforting, crowd-pleasing favorite.
Maria Scuor
Mar 223 min read


Glazed Carrots – Carote Glassate
These glazed carrots are tender carrots cooked in a buttery, sweet glaze made with sugar or honey. As the glaze cooks, it thickens and coats the carrots, giving them a shiny finish and a rich sweet-savory flavor. They’re a simple side dish that I’m serving with my Veggie Infused Mini Meatloaf.
Maria Scuor
Mar 222 min read


Stuffed Pork Roll Ups – Involtini di Maiale Ripieni
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 Zucchini and cheese rolled up in thin pork filets and served with rice is a delicious meal and easy to pull together in less than an hour. Ingredients 250 gr thin pork filets Baby zucchini to taste Herbed cream cheese to taste Shredded mozzarella to taste 150 gr bacon 1 tbsp vegetable broth Basmati rice for 2 Seasoning spice to taste Directions Preheat oven to 370°F Place pork filets in between two pieces of saran wrap and poun
Maria Scuor
Mar 162 min read


Sausage Tagliatelle – Tagliatelle alla Salsiccia
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 I love that here in Italy I can get sausage balls without casings and am able to create quick recipes using balls or mashing them to make a sauce. Today I used them to make a quick and easy tagliatelle pasta. You can use sausage links and remove the casings as well. Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth 250 gr sausage meat 3 tbsp vegetable broth 50 gr diced onion 210 gr tomato sauce 130 gr arrabbiata sauce 2 tbsp tomato paste Garl
Maria Scuor
Mar 152 min read


Banana Chocolate Cookies – Biscotti alla Banana e Cioccolato
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes: 40 cookies I love my banana and coconut cookie recipe , but now that Gianni can have a little bit of chocolate, I created this banana and chocolate cookie recipe. Still a very soft cookie which is just as delicious as the coconut version and I promise you won’t be able to stop eating them. Note: You can store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the refrigerator. You can also fr
Maria Scuor
Mar 142 min read


Polenta & Rabbit Stew - Polenta e Coniglio
Tender rabbit slow stewed with onions and sweet peppers, simmered in white wine until rich and flavorful. Served over warm, creamy polenta that soaks up the savory sauce for a comforting and hearty Northern Italian classic, called Polenta e Tocio.
Maria Scuor
Mar 113 min read


Gianduia Rolls – Rotoli alla Gianduia
I did a taste test between Gianduia and Nutella and found that Gianduia has a more profound taste of hazelnuts and chocolate. It truly is way better than Nutella and therefore I had to put it into puff pastry rolls. Warning, these didn’t make it to dessert, they were eaten before dinner because the kids couldn’t stop eating them. Therefore, hide them 🤣
Maria Scuor
Mar 73 min read


Pork & Broccoli Stir Fry – Maiale e Broccoli Soffritto
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 When you don’t know what to make, a stir fry is a great option because you can put anything in it. Today it was pork and broccoli with yummy noodles. Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable broth 250 gr lean pork cut into small pieces 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp vegetable broth – plus as required 1 small onion, sliced 3 small peppers, julienned 400 gr blanched broccolini flowerets Soya sauce to taste Honey sriracha sauce to taste Garlic sal
Maria Scuor
Mar 62 min read


Homemade Minced Garlic – Aglio Tritato Fatto in Casa
Fresh, bold, and full of flavor, this homemade minced garlic brings rich, savory depth to any dish. Made from fresh cloves with no unnecessary additives, it’s the perfect kitchen staple for sauces, marinades, and everyday cooking. 🧄
Maria Scuor
Mar 42 min read


Crème de la Crème Chicken / Pollo
Cooking with friends is priceless - I came up with this recipe because I wanted something I could cook around midday. A dish perfect for a late lunch or early dinner — and one that my friend Indira and I could make together while enjoying each other’s company.
Rice, creamy chicken and a tomato, cucumber and bocconcini salad made this a complete meal.
Maria Scuor
Mar 15 min read
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