Italian Roasted Potatoes
This is another dish that my Grandma always made. They are so easy to make. Roasted to golden perfection, each bite is a combination of crispiness on the outside and fluffiness on the inside.
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni
Roasted red peppers have a sweet and smoky taste that pair nicely with a little bit of cream and the saltiness of Pecorino Romano.
Penne Pasta with Tomatoes and Black Olives
This is a pasta dish that my Grandma always made. It is packed with flavor and is so easy to make. Over time (if there is any left) it gets even better as all the flavors meld together!
Shells with Peas
This is the definition of a cozy winter meal. My mom used to make this all the time. It’s so easy, but has so much flavor. The sweetness of the peas are the perfect compliment to the saltiness of the chicken broth and Pecorino Romano.
Kale Pesto Pappardelle with Italian Sausage
This dish was inspired by one that my husband ordered in Florence. He couldn’t stop talking about how good it was, and so I thought, why not try and recreate it.
Castelvetrano Olive and Basil Pesto
Castelvetrano olives come from Sicily and they are my absolute favorite! They have a slightly meaty flavor without having and overpowering “olive flavor.” When I was recently in Italy, I ate them wherever I could. Even my husband, who doesn’t normally love olives, couldn’t resist them. I wanted to try something different with these olives …
Roasted Beet Ricotta Toast
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day I wanted to make something fun and playful!