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Spicy Peanut Rice – Riso Piccante alle Arachidi
I was craving Szechuan peanut rice like I make in Canada but of course I can’t get the sauce in the stores here. Therefore, I created my own Spicy Peanut Sauce, and it complemented this fried rice perfectly.
Maria Scuor
Jun 283 min read


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


1 Pan Pork Meal #3 - Pasto di Maiale in 1 Padella #3
This sheet-pan pork chop, asparagus, and potatoes recipe is a complete meal. It’s easy to make, a breeze to clean up, and topping the pork with my white sauce keeps it juicy and flavourful.
Maria Scuor
Jun 162 min read


Italian Egg McMuffin
Gianni wanted a McDonald’s style Egg McMuffin for breakfast; however, I can’t get English muffins here as well as the bacon we use in Canada. Therefore, I made this Italian style Egg McMuffin, which was not 100% the same, but delicious.
Maria Scuor
Jun 82 min read


Tortellini al Forno
I had a marinara tomato sauce left over in the freezer and made this simple meal out of it. You can use any jarred tomato sauce you like or make your own to make this dinner.
Maria Scuor
Jun 42 min read


Apple Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Filetto di Maiale alla Dijon con Mele
I love pork tenderloin and most of the time I roll it up with some kind of stuffing. Today, I decided to keep it simple with this simple to make full meal that includes carrots and rice.
Maria Scuor
May 312 min read


Peas & Egg Pasta – Pasta Piselli e Uova
A simple, comforting one-pan pasta that brings together humble ingredients in the best way. Pasta cooks with the sweet green peas, soaking up flavor as everything simmers together. Eggs are stirred in at the end, creating a silky, lightly creamy coating that clings to every bite without feeling heavy. A simple, comforting, and full of flavor meal with minimal cleanup.
Maria Scuor
May 242 min read


Sheet Pan Gnocchi – Gnocchi al Forno
Crispy sheet pan gnocchi tossed with juicy chicken, savory sausage, and roasted vegetables, all finished with melted cheese and a sweet, tangy balsamic glaze. Bold, hearty, and packed with flavor in every bite.
Maria Scuor
May 233 min read


Ham Mac & Cheese – Prosciutto Mac & Cheese
Rich, creamy, and irresistibly comforting, this ham mac & cheese is the ultimate upgrade to a classic favorite. Tender pasta in a rich, velvety cheese sauce with smoky, savory ham in every bite. Try it tonight!
Maria Scuor
May 222 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


Gnocchi & Meatballs – Gnocchi e Polpette
Having Ready to Go Meatballs in the freezer allows me to bring delicious meals together with not much effort. Yes, we let the sauce cook slowly to absorb the meatball flavours but that effort is very easy.
Maria Scuor
May 153 min read


Cheesy Ham & Chicken Delight - Delizia di Prosciutto Pollo e Formaggio
When dinner plans are uncertain, chicken fillets in the freezer and ham and cheese in the fridge can save the day. Together, they create a delicious, hearty dish that pairs perfectly with my Bacon & Veggie Couscous when time is tight.
Maria Scuor
May 122 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


Sweet & Sour Porkchops – Braciole di Maiale in Agrodolce
These juicy pork chops are simmered in a sweet-and-sour sauce with tender pineapple, creating the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Served over fluffy rice, this comforting, flavor-packed dish comes together easily and makes a satisfying meal any night of the week
Maria Scuor
May 72 min read


Stuffed Tenderloin & Potatoes – Filetto Ripieno e Patate
Stuffed roasted pork tenderloin with potatoes and onions all in one pan makes it not only a quick and easy meal but there isn’t much to clean up, which is always great.
Maria Scuor
May 53 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


Beef Stew – Stufato di Manzo
On a cold, rainy winter day, nothing feels more comforting than a hearty stew packed with meat and vegetables. Today, I made a beef version using leftover beef filet chunks from our beef Wellington, but stewing beef works perfectly too.
Maria Scuor
Apr 174 min read


Stovetop Lasagna – Lasagna da Fornello
Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 3 - 4 I love making things in one pot and today I was craving lasagna but wanted to keep it super simple therefore I created this one pot delicious lasagna that served with some bread to scoop up the sauce is a must! Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth 400 grams ground meat (I used turkey and pork) 200 ml vegetable broth 60 gr diced onions 40 gr diced celery 150 gr diced carrots 60 gr diced bell pepper Garlic salt or salt and pepper
Maria Scuor
Apr 153 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
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