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Cooking my Dreams | Easy Italian and Tuscan Recipes

🍴 Start the New Year well with these comforting recipes!

Published 7 days ago • 2 min read

Hey Reader!

Happy New Year! 🍾

I hope you enjoyed the holidays with your friends and/or family, and had a fantastic New Year's Eve celebration.

2026 is here and we all hope for a better and happier year!

I know that cooking and food must be the last thing you want to think about right now, but alas we still need to eat! :D

These light and comforting recipes are easy to make, will fill your bellies with warmth and nutrition and you can make them in batches to last for a few days!

Spicy & Smoky Pumpkin Gnocchi Soup

Creamy, comforting, and full of cozy fall flavor, this Spicy & Smoky Pumpkin Gnocchi Soup is a bowl of pure warmth. The perfect balance of spice, creaminess, and freshness.

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Tuna and Zucchini Fritters with Garlic Tomato Sauce

These easy fritters or burgers made with just a few ingredients like canned tuna and zucchini are a perfect healthy and light meal for the whole family. Serve them on their own with a side of salad or with this garlic tomato sauce.

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Farro with Broccoli and Shrimps

A healthy and flavorful dish with spelt - or farro in italian, broccoli and shrimps. A little bit spicy, a little bit nutty. It's packed with vitamins and fibers and it's so simple to make in just 30 minutes. A perfect lunch or weeknight dinner.

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"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 authentic recipe of Ribollita Toscana, the way it's been made in Tuscan households and Trattorias for centuries.

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"Polpette al Sugo" 15-minute Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Polpette al Sugo is a classic Italian recipe, soft juicy meatballs in a delicious tomato sauce. Often made on Sunday morning for Sunday lunch with the family and then eating the leftovers (which are even more flavorful) on days after, maybe with pasta.

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Sausage Broccoli Quiche

This Sausage Broccoli Quiche is the perfect balance of sausage, broccoli, and creamy egg filling, all packed into a buttery, flaky crust. Whether you’re preparing for a brunch with friends or meal-prepping for the week, this quiche will satisfy your cravings for a hearty and delicious meal.

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Ciambotta (Italian Ratatouille)

Ciambotta is Italy’s version of the French ratatouille. It’s naturally vegetarian, comforting, and endlessly versatile: enjoy it as a side dish, main course, or even stirred into pasta.

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A Little About Me:

I’m Jess, the passionate cook and Italian food lover behind Cooking my Dreams. I was born and raised in Tuscany, Italy, and I got to learn all the traditional techniques passed down from generations. Now, I’m sharing what I learned with you!

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Cooking my Dreams | Easy Italian and Tuscan Recipes

Jessica Montanelli

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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