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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


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


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 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


Smashed Brussel Sprouts – Cavoletti di Bruxelles Schiacciati
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 These smashed Brussel sprouts are full of flavour and an excellent side dish to any meal. ...
Maria Scuor
Feb 21, 20252 min read


Zesty Fries – Patatine Zesty
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 – 6 Baked potato fries with chili seasoning and a yogurt zesty dip makes these delicious as...
Maria Scuor
Dec 31, 20242 min read


Baked Carrot Sticks - Bastoncini di Carote al Forno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Makes a big batch of carrot fries Made this as a side to a dinner party we had that I served pasta as the first dish then Stuffed Turkey Breast with potatoes and tomato cucumber salad. It was a great addition to the meal. I've made it again because the family loves it! I made the dressing first and placed it in the fridge until we were ready for dinner. Ingredients 200 ml Greek yogurt 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp chili powder Garlic salt or
Maria Scuor
Aug 24, 20242 min read


Baked Cauliflower - Cavolfiore al Forno
Scorri a basso per I’italiano Serves: 4 We love cauliflower and this baked version goes well with any meal and is a lot healthier...
Maria Scuor
Aug 24, 20242 min read


Balsamic Caprese Salad – Insalata Caprese al Balsamico
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 This is the first recipe I’m using the Balsamic Vinegar I bought from Giusti Modena. The 4 Gold...
Maria Scuor
Aug 7, 20242 min read


Baked Zucchini Parm - Zucchine Parmigiana al Forno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 - 6 Zucchini is one of those vegetables if not cooked right can be soggy and yucky. This recipe...
Maria Scuor
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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