Tomato Basil Tart
This colorful tomato basil tart combines juicy heirloom tomatoes, mozzarel…
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Recipes Are For Making
I want to encourage people to feel confident to try new things in the kitchen and to be inspired to share more meals with friends and family.
It’s easy to collect recipes and save them for “some day.” I believe recipes are for making. Join me in exploring the world through food.
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Cioppino with Littleneck Clams
This hearty cioppino seafood stew features monkfish, shrimp, crab, littlen…
Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet…
Grilled Peach & Halloumi Salad
This summer salad recipe combines sweet grilled peaches, crispy halloumi c…
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
This fluffy lemon ricotta pancake recipe is bright, tender, and brunch-wor…
Chicken & Waffles with Kimchi Slaw
This extra crispy chicken and waffles recipe gets a bold upgrade with kimc…
Cold Miso Shrimp & Tofu Soba Noodles
These cold soba noodles with shrimp, crispy tofu, edamame, and creamy miso…
Chicken & Leek Terrine
A rustic leek and chicken terrine with pancetta, lemon, and tarragon. Try…
Cacio e Pepe Pasta Pie with Peas
This cacio e pepe recipe makes a classic Italian pasta pie with peas, crea…
Antipasto Salad
If you love salad and antipasto, this SPring Antipasto Salad recipe was ma…
Tortellini Strata
This baked tortellini strata recipe with asparagus and herbed custard is c…
Bangers & Mash with Irish Whiskey Glaze
Irish whiskey-glazed sausages over a buttery colcannon mash—all you need t…
Yogurt Pickle Dip
This creamy pickle dip with dill, yogurt, and brine is tangy, fresh, and p…
Sesame Salmon Bites with Pickled Citrus
If you’re looking for a savory, bite-sized appetizer, look no further! The…
Baked Brie with Saffron Honey & Lemon Cured Fennel
Grape leaves, honey, and saffron bring a Middle Eastern vibe to this unusu…
Spicy Short Rib Sliders
Slow-braised short ribs with spicy aioli and bright ginger relish make sli…
Grilled Eggplant Rollatini
These grilled eggplant rollatini are filled with a creamy herb yogurt fill…
Sicilian-Style Stuffed Zucchini
Sweet raisins, salty Pecorino Romano, capers, and creamy ricotta make a cr…
Spicy Zucchini Bread
This sweet and spicy zucchini bread recipe is made with curry, jalapeño, t…
Savory Apple & Cheddar Hand Pies
Flaky apple and cheddar hand pies with a savory-sweet filling—perfect for …
Herby Irish Soda Bread
Herby Irish soda bread with whole wheat flour and kefir, baked with a cris…
Herby Mushy Peas
If you like Irish and English food and you’ve never tried mushy peas befor…
Oven-Dried Tomatoes
These slow-roasted, oven-dried tomatoes are easy to make and bring deep, s…
Fig & Pistachio Goat Milk Gelato
Gelato gets an elegant upgrade with goat milk, Turkish figs, fig jam, and …
Tropical Fruit Granita
This refreshing tropical granita blends pineapple, lime, coconut, and pass…
Pistachio Rolls with Honey Rosewater Glaze
These fragrant pistachio buns combine buttery yeast dough, rich pistachio …
Flourless Rhubarb Almond Cake
This flourless rhubarb almond cake is moist, tangy, and gluten-free, with …
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s m…
Chocolate Stout Layer Cake
rich chocolate stout cake is made with Guinness and marmalade cream. Moist…
Classic French Silk Pie
This classic French silk pie recipe with rich chocolate mousse filling and…
Cherry Amaro Chocolate Pots with Coffee Cream
Rich chocolate pots de crème with cherry syrup and amaro, topped with coff…
Poached Pears with Gingersnap Oat Crisp
Here’s a fall favorite: A dessert recipe with poached pears, ginger cream,…
A Guide to Easter Brunch Recipes
We still have a couple weeks to go before the Easter holiday rolls around,…
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