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Asparagus Bacon Pasta – Pasta con Asparagi e Bacon
I had leftover of my White Sauce for Perfect Pork sauce and decided to use it for this bacon infused pasta. I added Greek yogurt to the sauce to make it a very light pasta option.
Maria Scuor
Jun 202 min read


Italian Bean Hug - Abbraccio di Fagioli Italiano
Warm your soul with this Italian Bean Hug! Tender pasta, creamy beans, bacon, and a rich, savory broth come together in a comforting classic that’s easy to make and impossible not to love. Perfect as a hearty lunch or cozy dinner, this timeless Italian favorite will make every spoonful feel like a hug.
Maria Scuor
May 213 min read


Epic Bacon Infused Lasagna – Lasagne Epiche al Bacon
A bold, meat-lover’s lasagna stacked with layers of pasta and a rich, slow-simmered sauce made from ground pork, turkey, and beef, infused with smoky bacon for deep, savory flavor. Each layer is packed with hearty triple-meat sauce, slices of eggs and finished with generous amounts of melted mozzarella, Emmental cheese and parmigiano, creating a gooey, golden top.
Maria Scuor
May 204 min read


Pasta Verde con Bacon
This is a tender pasta tossed in a creamy asparagus pesto and cream cheese sauce, with bacon cooked right in for a savory, smoky flavor. Simple, comforting, and satisfying—an easy favorite for any night of the week.
Maria Scuor
May 192 min read


Sweet & Savory Croissant / Croissant Dolce-Salato
A golden, buttery croissant bake layered with rich cream cheese, smoky bacon, and maple-vanilla infused eggs. Crisp on top, soft and melt-in-your-mouth inside, striking the perfect balance of savory comfort and gentle sweetness. Everyone will love this for breakfast or brunch.
Maria Scuor
May 173 min read


Bacon & Veggie Couscous - Couscous Vegetali con Bacon
Couscous is incredibly easy to prepare, and when layered with flavour, it becomes a delicious side dish. I paired it with my Cheesy Ham & Chicken Delight, and it complemented the meal perfectly.
Maria Scuor
May 122 min read


Chicken Bacon Cauli Bliss – Pollo Bacon e Cavolfiore
Chicken Bacon Cauli Bliss is a creamy, comforting dish packed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and flavorful cauliflower. Easy to make and full of savory goodness, it’s a satisfying recipe that feels indulgent while keeping things simple and wholesome.
Maria Scuor
May 83 min read


Bacon Asparagus Trofie – Trofie al Bacon e Asparagi
Trofie is a thin twisted funny looking pasta from the Liguria region of Italy. It is believed it originated in the town of Sori in the province of Genoa. Trofie means “gnocchi” in the Ligurian dialect, and even though this pasta is made from flour and potatoes, it has a different in shape and texture over the gnocchi.
Today I combined this pasta with a creamy sauce with bacon and asparagus. Truly a delicious meal.
Maria Scuor
Apr 193 min read


Bacon & Veggie Risotto - Risotto al Bacon e Verdure
Scorri a basso per I ‘Italiano Serves: 2 as a meal This risotto recipe takes time to cook but you don’t have to stand around the stove and keep stirring which risotto is famous for. I love the earthy taste of the saffron with the bacon and veggies. Ingredients 150 gr thinly sliced bacon Vegetable broth as required 70 gr finely diced onions 100 gr finely diced carrots 50 gr finely diced celery 1 tbsp butter 200 gr Arborio rice 200 ml white wine 1 – 1 1/2 liters vegetabl
Maria Scuor
Apr 143 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


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


Italian BLT
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 BLT or the bacon lettuce and tomato sandwich on toasted sliced bread began appearing in American cookbooks around the early 1900s after mayonnaise was adopted to make sandwiches better. By 1910, versions of bacon–lettuce–tomato sandwiches were increasingly recognizable as the BLT and with the rise of lunch counters, cafes and hotel dining rooms it became the Standard American lunch sandwich. Today, the BLT is both the benchmark s
Maria Scuor
Jan 174 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 28, 20252 min read


Bacon Zucchini Gnocchi – Gnocchi Bacon e Zucchine
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 Baked baby gnocchi are great in this simple bacon and zucchini sauce. Great any time of day. Ingredients 500 gr fresh packaged gnocchi 1 - 2 tbsp olive oil Garlic salt or salt & pepper to taste 1 tbsp vegetable broth 150 gr bacon 1 tbsp vegetable broth 160 gr diced zucchini 50 gr diced onions Vegetable broth as required Garlic salt or salt & pepper to taste Hot pepper flakes to taste Grated pecorino Romano cheese to taste Direc
Maria Scuor
Nov 26, 20252 min read


Baked Beef Filets – Filetto di Manzo al Forno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 It’s been a struggle to find a good beef cut here in Italy because being from Canada I was...
Maria Scuor
Aug 5, 20254 min read


Quick Ragu – Ragù Veloce
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 3 This quick and easy ragu is full of flavour, rich and hearty and is perfect to serve with...
Maria Scuor
Nov 7, 20243 min read


Pork & More Pork - Maiale e Piu Maiale
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 - 3 This one pan oven meal has three layers of pork, cheese and veggies. It is a full meal in a...
Maria Scuor
Jul 11, 20243 min read


1 Pan Turkey Meal – Pasto di Tacchino in 1 Padella
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 – 3 Here is another one pan meal that is easy to make and even easier to clean up. Ingredients...
Maria Scuor
Apr 29, 20242 min read


Bacon Chicken Spicy Eggwich
Serves: 3 Went to the local market and bakery and put together this sandwich of fresh produce and bread. You will need to have napkins...
Maria Scuor
Apr 22, 20211 min read


Broccoli Cauliflower Chowder with Bacon
Serves 4: about 300 calories per serving Ingredients 4 slices bacon 1 medium onion, finely chopped ¼ cup flour 2 cups vegetable broth 1...
Maria Scuor
Sep 7, 20201 min read
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