Whether you call it Pizzagaina, Pizza Rustica or Easter Pie... I give you permission to eat it anytime! It takes some effort but it's worth it I promise, and so is the wait (you've gotta let it rest)! This was my first attempt at making Pizzagain' (that's what we call it in our fam) and … Continue reading Pizzagaina
I'd like to thank my friend Dina for this recipe inspiration! She shared a picture of her version of this dish and the original recipe with me after her family raved. I'm always looking for creative ways to lighten things up and get extra veggies into my peeps! This recipe delivers on both those points … Continue reading Zucchini “Ravioli” en Casserole
This is what you get when you're torn between making meat lasagna and veggie lasagna; an omnivores delight! There's something for everyone in each layer of this delicious no-boil, oven-ready casserole. The ground turkey and pepperoni satisfy the carnivores in your family while the veggies please the herbivores at your table. It's cheesy, it's flavorful, … Continue reading Turkey Veggie Lasagna
This deliciously refreshing and filling salad is perfect for a weeknight when prep time is limited! The veggies roast up in under 20 minutes and if you have the farro and grilled chicken on hand already, from start to finish you can be enjoying this healthy and hearty dish in 30 minutes or less! On the … Continue reading Farro Salad with Roasted Veggies and Grilled Chicken
I love to eat but truth be told, I love to feed people just as much! Tonight we hosted my neighbor and her three small kids for supper. Her husband has been away all week traveling for business and I figured she could use a night "out"! I made two pasta dishes; one for the kids and … Continue reading Bucatini Carbonara with Peas
With a nod to Spring, (which really needs to show up already!) this delicious dish combines the earthy flavors of asparagus and sun dried tomatoes with savory pancetta. Oh and don't forget the gnocchi (arguably, my favorite pasta); all tossed in a parmesan cracked peppercorn cream sauce... C'mon, Spring... you got this! Ingredients: Feeds 4 4 … Continue reading Gnocchi Primavera
If you grew up on the East Coast in the eighties, you may recall the original Dunkin' Donuts commercials, with the mustached man hobbling around saying, "It's time to make the donuts"! For some strange reason, whenever I make risotto, I can't help but recite the same mantra in my head, substituting, "It's time to make … Continue reading Risotto with Pancetta and Leeks
This is a hearty sauce you can serve over just about any pasta (I prefer something with nooks and crannies), but what really makes it easy is how effortless it is to make. It takes 15 minutes to prep and about an hour in total to cook, yet your "guests" will think it simmered all … Continue reading Easy Meat and Mushroom Bolognese
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