Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet tomatoes, almonds,…
Tropical Fruit Granita
This refreshing tropical granita blends pineapple, lime, coconut, and passion fruit into…
Cold Miso Shrimp & Tofu Soba Noodles
These cold soba noodles with shrimp, crispy tofu, edamame, and creamy miso…
Miso Soy Marinade
This easy soy sauce marinade with miso, brown sugar, and sesame oil…
Lamb Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Olives
Lamb tagine might sound fancy and expensive—but it’s actually pretty affordable to…
Chinese Sweet & Savory Bourbon Chicken
This delicious homemade bourbon chicken recipe will have you skipping takeout and…
Shrimp Crudo Lettuce Boats
Fresh, bright, and elegant shrimp crudo served in crisp baby gem lettuce…
Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider
Try my easy slow cooker Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider recipe—tender, juicy, and…
Mom-Inspired Ratatouille
This baked ratatouille is one of those recipes that has it all:…
Butternut Squash Sage Hummus
I leveled up my classic hummus recipe with squash, frizzled sage leaves…
Chicago-Style Pizza Dough
I love Salerno’s pizza crust so much, I got inspired to try…
Loaded Twisty Hot Dogs
When it comes to hot dogs in Chicago, there’s only one real…
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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…
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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,…