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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
2 days ago2 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


National Carbonara Day & Spaghetti Carbonara
National Carbonara Day is celebrated every year worldwide on April 6th and honors one of Italy’s most iconic pasta dishes, Spaghetti alla Carbonara. LET’S ENJOY A GOOD SPAGHETTI CARBONARA TODAY TO CELEBRATE IT!
Maria Scuor
Apr 66 min read


Italian Easter Eggs – Uova di Pasqua Italiane
Today, chocolate Easter eggs are a central part of Italian Easter celebrations, combining cultural symbolism with festive enjoyment. They are sold in a wide range of sizes and styles, often wrapped in colorful foil and displayed prominently in shops leading up to the holiday.
Maria Scuor
Apr 27 min read


Zucchini Slices – Fette di Zucchine
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
Maria Scuor
Mar 232 min read


Pork Francaise – Maiale Francese
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
Maria Scuor
Feb 133 min read


Brioche Vanilla Toast – Toast di Brioche e Vaniglia
I could buy brioche bread at Cobbs in Maple Ridge and made this vanilla toast as a treat. This week is “France” week at Lidl, our nearby grocery store and they had the most delicious brioche bread I have ever tasted. Therefore, I had to make this breakfast treat!
Maria Scuor
Jan 212 min read


Hot Focaccia Sandwich – Panino Focaccia Caldo
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 1 I wanted a hot sandwich and I had some left-over focaccia so made this thick and delicious sandwich. Ingredients 2 eggs 2 tbsp milk Garlic salt or salt pepper to taste 4 slices salami Shredded mozzarella to taste Directions Beat together eggs, milk and garlic salt Heat a skillet and dip both sides of the focaccia in eggs and place in skillet Cook both sides of the focaccia On the inside bottom of the focaccia add slices of sala
Maria Scuor
Jan 131 min read


30 Minute Pasta 6 - Pasta 30 Minuti 6
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 – 3 Pork Fried Rice We love fried rice but I always sauté in a little bit of olive oil and...
Maria Scuor
Aug 23, 20253 min read


Cinnamon Toast – Toast alla Cannella
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 - 5 I love baked French toast as it is very simple to make and you can make different...
Maria Scuor
Jul 27, 20253 min read


Zucchini Flower Casserole – Tortino di Fiore di Zucca
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 4 Today I went to the market and finally decided to spread my wings and bought zucchini...
Maria Scuor
Jul 20, 20253 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


Pasta Egg Fry – Pasta Fritta all’Uovo
Scorri a basso per l'italiano Serves: 2 - 3 This is a spin on pasta carbonara as it incorporates the pasta into the egg mixture and...
Maria Scuor
Jun 15, 20253 min read


Veggie Carbonara – Carbonara Vegetariana
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 We love carbonara and creating different version means we get a different experience. Today...
Maria Scuor
Jun 10, 20252 min read


Pasta al Forno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 8 – 10 Our family loved my mom’s pasta al forno and honestly, I can’t duplicate it even if I...
Maria Scuor
Jun 10, 20253 min read


Egg & Veggie Pie – Torta di Uova e Verdure
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 3 When you have puff pastry in the fridge you can easily pull together a savory dinner with...
Maria Scuor
Jun 7, 20253 min read


Golden Star – Stella d’Oro
Scorri a basso per I’italiano Serves: 6 - 7 French toast is very Canadian and loved by my family. I’ve made this recipe with a large...
Maria Scuor
Nov 25, 20242 min read


Chicken Pancetta Carbonara – Pollo Pancetta Carbonara
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 6 Carbonara can be made in so many ways. This recipe combines chicken and pancetta with a...
Maria Scuor
Nov 16, 20242 min read


Pork & Potato Frittata - Frittata di Maiale e Patate
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 2 - 3 Eggs make me happy and making a hearty frittata anytime of the day is comfort food at its...
Maria Scuor
Sep 23, 20243 min read


Cherry Bake – Colazione Ciliegie Inforno
Scorri a basso per l’italiano Serves: 8 I made this brunch cherry bake in Canada where I purchased canned cherry pie filling but if...
Maria Scuor
Sep 7, 20243 min read
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