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

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.

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.

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.

Scorri a basso per Italiano Makes: 12 tarts I love the cherry pie filling I get in Canada and use it as much as I can when I’m visiting. Today I made this cherry tart topped with a nutty crumble. Then served it warm with a couple of scoops of vanilla ice cream. Delicious and loved by all. Ingredients ½ cup (45 gr) Harvest crunch oats with almonds 4 tbsp flour 5 tbsp brown sugar 4 tbsp melted butter 12 frozen pie tarts 1 can (540 ml) cherry pie filling Direction Pre

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

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

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

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.

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 🤣

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

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. 🧄

Whenever we had Thanksgiving dinner in Canada, I would make this as a side dish, and it is loved by all. I didn’t measure the ingredients as I didn’t have a scale but gave rough estimates. You can make as much or as little as you want.

Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 6 This lasagna with left over Ricotta Spinach filling from my Italian Chicken Rolls and then I added ground turkey, asparagus and orange cauliflower with a béchamel sauce is absolutely a lasagna full of yummy layers. Great option to the traditional Bolognese style one and your guests will love it. Like all lasagnas you have to prepare all the layers which takes time but it is worth it. Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth 220 gr

I love creating new recipes, and this apricot chicken turned out absolutely delicious. My granddaughter Ariana was over, and naturally, she had to help Nonna make dinner. She’s not even three years old and already feels at home in the kitchen. Cooking with little ones is such a joy — those moments become precious memories, especially since they grow up far too fast.

A heart caprese salad is a playful, romantic twist on the classic Italian favorite. Juicy slices of tomatoes are topped with creamy fresh mozzarella cut into heart shape. We finish it with a sprinkle of salt, either fresh or dried basil and a drizzle of olive oil and topped off with a good balsamic vinegar. Light, fresh, and visually charming, a beautiful contrast of colors and flavors. It’s a dish that feels both elegant and heartfelt — perfect for date nights, celebratio

Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 3 Having tortellini in the freezer makes it for a quick full of flavour meal because the tortellini thaw out as you cook them and the extra filling inside them also makes the meal hearty. Today I used pork filled tortellini, but you can use cheese ones if you like. Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable broth, plus as required 50 gr sliced onions 115 gr sliced pancetta or bacon 3 tbsp mascarpone cheese 1 tsp minced hot pepper paste 100 ml ve

I made this heart shaped cake for Valentine’s Day, to have with a coffee for breakfast. I used a silicone pan for the first time and I just love how well it worked. I did spray the pan with cooking spray. This cake has three layers of batter and two layers of cinnamon sugar with blueberries. The top is finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 This recipe is usually made with chicken, but I had these thin pork filets in the freezer and created this recipe that is not only easy but very tasty. I paired it with my Roasted Cauliflower to make it a full meal. Ingredients 250 gr thin pork filets Garlic salt or salt and pepper to taste 5 tbsp flour 1 tsp granulated garlic 1 tsp granulated onion 1 tbsp dried parley 2 eggs 2 tbsp grated parmigiano cheese 2 tbsp butter 3

Scorri a basso per l’Italiano Serves: 2 – 3 This is an easy, healthy and quick side dish that goes well with anything and today I’ve paired it with my Pork Francaise . It is a wonderful meal. Ingredients 640 gr cauliflower cut into florets – I used the three types, but you can use a cauliflower head 75 ml olive oil 1 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper ½ tbsp garlic granules ½ tbsp onion flakes 1 tbsp dried parsley 1 tsp paprika Grated Grana Padano cheese to taste Dried parsley to t