Turn the oven on 🌡️ Sweet & Savory Baked Recipes


Hey Reader!

It's technically not Fall yet, but the weather looks like it (at least here). So I spent the last week baking all sort of sweet and savory goods, from bread, to pasta bakes, to muffins and tarts (more recipes will come in the next weeks).

Easy Italian Spelt Bread (with Instant Yeast)

This Easy Italian Spelt Bread is a light, rustic loaf with a rich flavor and great texture, made using spelt flour and instant yeast so it comes together faster. Baking it in a Dutch oven gives you a crisp crust and soft, airy crumb—like artisan bread right at home.


Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Soft, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavor, these Italian Lemon Ricotta Cookies are a classic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. The ricotta cheese makes them wonderfully moist and tender, while fresh lemon zest and juice add a bright, refreshing taste.


More Baked Recipes:

Creamy Baked Veggie Ziti

Italian Orange Cake

More Sweet&Savory Baked Recipes:



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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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