Italian Recipes for October 🍂


Hey Reader!

October is one of my favorite months. The weather is still bearable, pumpkins and squash are everywhere, mushrooms are at their best, and chestnut season is just beginning. It’s the perfect time to bring some of those earthy autumn flavors into the kitchen. 🍁🍂

Here are some of my favorite Italian fall recipes:

Pumpkin and Porcini Mushrooms Risotto

Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sage Butter

Wild Mushroom Pappardelle

Butternut Squash and Italian Sausage Lasagna

Roasted Pumpkin Ravioli

Castagnaccio (Chestnut Cake)

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Cooking my Dreams | Easy Italian and Tuscan Recipes

Hi, I'm Jess! Born and raised in Siena, Tuscany, I've been immersed in the rich traditions of Italian cuisine my entire life. Through my food blog, I hope to share a slice of Tuscan warmth and the genuine flavors that have been a part of my journey since childhood.

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