Croque Monsieur Sandwich
This classic Croque Monsieur recipe is surprisingly easy to make. With Gruyère…
Spicy Hot Chocolate
When I saw the movie Chocolat, I flat out could not believe…
White Chocolate Raspberry Champagne Cupcake
I know I’m a self-described cookie queen, but I went rogue on…
Bourbon Balls
These easy-to-make bite-sized confections are adult candy for the holidays.
A Guide to Decorating Sugar Cookies
Let’s have some fun with sugar cookies! Join me in a step-by-step…
A Guide to Charcuterie Boards
Whether you’re in charge of the appetizer table on New Year’s Eve…
Cuccidati (Italian Fig Cookies)
If there’s one non-negotiable Christmas cookie at my house, it’s this one.
Classic Sugar Cookies
Charming and familiar, sugar cookies are perfect for sharing. They’re simple, sweet,…
Pork Roast With Pink Lady Apples
Use a hard apple cider or apple and pear cider to both…
Chicken Tortilla Soup
I love making soup in my Instant Pot. No need for hours…
Herb Roasted Turkey
On Thanksgiving, a perfectly prepared moist turkey is a make-or-break indicator of…
Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken cacciatore is a wonderful dish to serve anytime, but especially when…
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This Season in Recipes
Every month I highlight new recipes, plus some of my favorites from my archive of over 450 recipes. These recipes are perfect for this transitional time of year, with warm days and cool nights.
Apple Cider Chicken
An easy weeknight one-pan meal served with apples and butternut squash.
Charred Lettuce with Roasted Grapes
Sweet roasted grapes, smoky romaine, creamy Roquefort, and crunchy seed clusters make…
Smooth & Dirty Vodka Martini
Love a dirty martini but not a fan of gin? This unique…
Corn Risotto with Herbed Oil
Creamy sweet corn risotto, finished with Parmesan cheese, homemade herb oil, and…
Recipe Club Favorites
These are the top recipes that you've been sharing 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,…