Hey Reader! Orzo seems to be having a moment on social media, so I had to join in! This tiny pasta shape is called Risoni in Italy, since orzo is the Italian name for barley, and it's used mostly in soups like minestrone or pastina. But I absolutely love making creamy pasta dishes with it now and this sausage and leek orzo might be one of my favorites! Creamy Italian Sausage and Leek Orzo This Creamy Italian Sausage and Leek Orzo is a cozy, one-pan pasta dish that’s rich, flavorful, and ready...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Winter weekends call for cozy, comforting recipes that are easy to make for the whole family. These recipes are classic Italian dishes that are perfect for slow winter days and for sharing something special with the people you love. 💛 Classic Bolognese Beef Ragù Tagliatelle with Bolognese ragù are one of the symbols of Italian cuisine. Handmade fresh pasta and a slowly simmered sauce with few quality ingredients to get the best flavor. This is the traditional Bolognese recipe for...
18 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! If there’s one thing I love about Italian cooking, it’s how a handful of simple ingredients can taste like you put in way more effort than you actually did. This Orange and Fennel Salad is exactly that kind of recipe — bright, fresh, and a little bit fancy, but secretly ridiculously easy. It’s the kind of dish you throw together when winter produce still feels exciting, when citrus is at its peak, and when you want something that wakes up your whole plate. Sweet juicy oranges,...
25 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Whether you're planning a romantic Valentine’s dinner for two or a fun-filled Galentine’s night with your besties, nothing says amore like Italian food. From indulgent pastas and risottos to dreamy desserts, we’ve got the perfect recipes to make your celebration fuss-free and delicious! So grab a glass of wine, turn on some Italian love songs, and let’s cook up some love! 🍝🍷✨ Heart-Shaped Pizza (Ready in 2 Hours) This Heart-Shaped Pizza is the perfect way to make pizza night feel...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader! After 7456 days, January is finally over! And February is the month of comfort food, romantic dinner dates, Valentine's Day but also Galentine's nights. Whatever you want to celebrate, this Heart-Shaped Pizza is quick and easy to make, ready in just 2 hours from start to finish, and perfect for a night with your loved one, your best friends, or even your kids! Heart-Shaped Pizza (Ready in 2 Hours) This Heart-Shaped Pizza is the perfect way to make pizza night feel special without...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Winter is citrus season, and while I once again miserably failed in growing a lemon tree in the Netherlands, I love to use lemons in my recipes. Here are some of my favorite Italian recipes with lemons🍋! If you'd like to help my blog, here are some 1-minute steps you could do that would help me tremendously.❤️ Pin your favorite recipes on your Pinterest account Leave a review/comment on the recipe page Share the recipe on your social media Thank you so much for your continuous...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! If you love seafood and classic comfort dishes, you're going to love this Seafood Lasagna! A creamy white sauce and lots of seafood, perfect for special occasions or a romantic date night! Creamy Seafood Lasagna (with frozen seafood mix) This Creamy Seafood Lasagna is rich, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make. Tender mixed seafood is sautéed with garlic and white wine, stirred into a silky homemade béchamel, and layered with lasagna noodles before being baked to golden...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! If after all the holiday cooking and baking you're now craving no fuss easy dinners for your family...I can relate! These chicken drumsticks only need a quick marinade made with easy pantry ingredients, and then they go straight in the oven! You can also add potatoes, broccoli, sweet potatoes, or peppers in the same pan to also have a side dish. Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks Golden crunch on the outside, juicy on the inside, these Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks are an easy...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! I don't know how the weather is where you are, but here it's been snowing since the weekend and it doesn't show any sign of stopping anytime soon. On these cold days, nothing's better than a hot bowl of soup. 🍲 Here are some of my favorites: "Ribollita" Authentic Tuscan Bread and Vegetable Soup Ribollita is a traditional Tuscan soup (or stew) made with stale bread, white beans, cabbage, and more vegetables. This is the real authentic recipe of Ribollita Toscana, the way it's been...
2 months ago • 1 min read