A Guide to Easter Brunch Recipes
We still have a couple weeks to go before the Easter holiday…
A Guide to Thanksgiving Recipes
Some of my best Thanksgiving recipes started with the women in my…
A Guide to Christmas Recipes
Christmas is a big deal at my house. And as much as…
A Guide to Artichoke Recipes
Artichokes are such a treat (once you know how to select and…
A Guide to Knife Skills
When I first started cooking, I remember looking at a recipe and…
A Guide to Mozzarella & Burrata
Because of the stracciatella, the inside of a burrata is softer and…
A Guide to Mardi Gras Recipes
Mardi Gras, also known affectionately as “Fat Tuesday,” is the last big…
A Guide to Puff Pastry Dough
Try mentioning homemade bread to a baking novice and you’ll probably see…
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Come cook with me! Each month, I share new recipes along with my tips and tricks for all levels of home cooking.
Easy Recipes
If you are looking for a few easy recipes to add to a busy week night meal, these recipes are the perfect place to start.
Heirloom Tomato & Panzanella Salad
This delicious summer dish featuring juicy heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and crispy…
Limoncello Roast Chicken with Fennel
Who would've thought a splash of limoncello could turn a humble chicken…
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
This fluffy lemon ricotta pancake recipe is bright, tender, and brunch-worthy! Creamy…
Ginger & Mezcal Pimm’s Cocktail
Bright, smoky, and slightly sweet, this ginger Pimm’s cocktail is a modern…
Recipe Club Favorites
These are the recipes all of you share the most with your friends and family.
Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet tomatoes, almonds,…
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is the perfect recipe to serve to…
Pickled Vegetables
Learn how to quick-pickle vegetables with basic brine, a simple and efficient…
Classic French Silk Pie
This classic French silk pie recipe with rich chocolate mousse filling and…
From My Family & Friends
These are some of my most cherished recipes that have been gifted to me.
Mom’s Italian Sunday Gravy
This Italian Sunday gravy is slow-simmered with rich meats and tomatoes—a comforting…
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s…
Luigi’s Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
From fresh herbs to salty olives and juicy tomatoes, this colorful salad…
Randy’s Famous Margaritas
Three types of orange liqueur make for the perfect combination of sweet,…