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Meaty Paella – Paella Carnosa
A bold, rustic paella loaded with savory depth and vibrant color. Tender, juicy chicken mingles with smoky sausage and rich, salty ham, creating layers of hearty, slow-cooked flavor. Rice infused with saffron, spices and pan juices, while a medley of vegetables adds brightness, texture, and balance. It’s a comforting dish that everyone will love.
Maria Scuor
1 day ago3 min read


Italian Turkey Burger – Burger di Tacchino all’Italiana
Italian-inspired turkey burger layered with rich melted cheese; sweet roasted red peppers and a spicy mayo add big flavour. Serve with a simple green salad and you have a complete meal.
Maria Scuor
Jul 23 min read


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


Spicy Peanut Sauce – Salsa Piccante alle Arachidi
I wanted to make a peanut fried rice like used to make in Canada using a bought peanut Szechuan sauce. Of course, there isn’t anything like this in Italy therefore I’ve created this recipe to add to my fried rice.
Maria Scuor
Jun 282 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


White Sauce for Perfect Pork – Salsa Bianca per Maiale Perfetto
While pork chops are delicious, grilling or baking can cause them to dry out. A flavorful sauce makes all the difference, and this easy recipe pairs perfectly with both grilled and baked pork chops.
Maria Scuor
Jun 162 min read


Bruschetta Cutlet Panino – Panino con Cotoletta alla Bruschetta
I had a pack of two cutlets tucked away in the freezer and turned them into this open-faced panino, topped with a tomato and shallot bruschetta, spices, balsamic vinegar and melted cheese. Paired with a crisp green salad with radishes, it came together as a simple but perfectly satisfying meal.
Maria Scuor
Jun 113 min read


Greek Piadina - Piadina Greca
Piadina Romagnolo are traditional thin Italian flatbread from the Emilia-Romagna region. The are typically called Piadina or Piada. It was Italian poet Giovanni Pascoli who Italianized the Romagnolo word “piè” to “piada” and he was so in love with the flatbread of his homeland that he wrote a poem “La Paida”, a tribute describing how the Piada/Piadina are prepared.
Today I made a Greek infused version which is delicious.
Maria Scuor
Jun 104 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


Chicken Caprese Melt – Panino Pollo Caprese
This Chicken Caprese Melt is a warm, pressed sandwich layered with fresh mozzarella, chicken, marinated tomatoes and basil. Easy to make and packed with classic Caprese flavors.
Maria Scuor
Jun 74 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


Biscoff Birthday Cake – Torta di Compleanno Biscoff
I made this cake for my grandson Jameson’s 7th birthday. He loves the Minecraft game, and I made layers to look like the land. I added cake toppers and a few Minecraft toys, and the cake was not only delicious but a huge success.
Maria Scuor
Jun 13 min read


Chocolate Whip Cream Cake – Torta al Cioccolato e Panna
I used to make a packaged chocolate cake in Canada and then slice many layers and add whip cream layers. It was my son’s favourite cake; therefore, I wanted to see if this worked the same way. And yes, it did! Simple, delicious and chocolate heaven!
Maria Scuor
May 293 min read


Chocolate Birthday Cake – Torta di Compleanno al Cioccolato
When I created this recipe on paper, it was for this tiered three-layer birthday cake for my granddaughter however there was extra batter, and I made a small heart cake as well which I made a Chocolate Whip Cream Cake. The cakes are very moist, and the deep chocolate flavour is delicious. Adding butter chocolate frosting adds another layer of delicious chocolate.
Maria Scuor
May 293 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


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
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