The term wedding soup comes from the Italian language phrase minestra maritata (‘married soup’), which is a reference to the flavor produced by the combination or “marriage” of greens and the meat. And what a lovely …
One Pot Lasagna SOUP!
Quick, easy, and the perfect meal for a cozy night in! This soup has all the comforts of the baked pasta dish but in less time, one easy pot, and made into soup for this …
Focaccia Egg Toast
A fun twist on egg in a hole toast by using freshly made focaccia bread. Toast really got a facelift over the last few years and has been a popular breakfast meal with avocado, meats, …
Parmesan Risotto with Pan Seared Scallops and BACON!
The ultimate comfort meal in my home. Creamy risotto with buttery scallops and my favorite way to finish it off is with some tomato beurre blanc by my friends at Le Sauce & Co. I …
Spaghetti Alla Nerano!
Spaghetti alla Nerano aka spaghetti with fried zucchini is an Italian pasta dish invented in the Italian village of Nerano. Its main ingredients are pasta, fried zucchinis and provolone cheese. The restaurant Maria Grazia in …
Bruschetta with a Sweet Red Wine Glaze
A sweet harmony of roasted garlic, cherry tomatoes, soft buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, on grilled sourdough and finished with a sweet red wine glaze and a pinch of salt! It is an absolutely jaw dropping …
Spicy Chicken Pasta with Ricotta and Basil
Spicy chicken with a flavourful homemade sauce, bowtie pasta, ricotta, and fresh basil. Can you say yum?! If you have been following along for sometime I think it is clear that I am a huge …
Tuscan Pomarola Pasta Sauce
This fresh and lighter than the typical tomato pasta sauce has so much flavor, it is sure to bring the party to any noodles! Tuscan cuisine is so dreamy. The key word in all of …
Chicken Cacciatore In A Rich Red Wine Sauce
CACCIATORE! Here I present a hearty, rich tomato, vegetable, and red wine based “hunters meal.” The word cacciatore means “hunter” in Italian. Alla cacciatora refers to a meal prepared “hunter-style” with onions, herbs, usually tomatoes …
Antipasto Skewers with Ravioli!
These delightful sticks of goodness are one of my most requested appetizers at BBQ’S or dinner parties. They are so easy to make yet have a sophistication about them that makes it feel a lot …