Guinness Mac & Cheese
On St. Patrick’s Day, everything's better with a little Guinness… includin…
Carrot Cupcakes with Mascarpone Frosting
My cute-as-can-be carrot cupcakes are topped with mascarpone frosting and …
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is an Easter favorite… and it’s Lent-approve…
Chicken Mole Enchiladas
If you love chocolate, it’s time for you to get familiar with its savory s…
White Chocolate Coconut Milk Matcha
This is a truly satisfying winter drink. It just makes me feel good! You j…
Espresso Martini Granita
I’m crazy for coffee, in all its forms. Sometimes I even get teased about …
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Between the starchy rice and the decadent mushroom blend, this recipe is s…
Classic Italian-American Chopped Salad
I'm gonna share a recipe for my favorite chopped Italian salad with you. M…
Chicken Milanese Arugula Salad
You don’t have to go out to your favorite Italian restaurant to get the pe…
Feast of the Seven Fishes Pie
This traditional Italian Christmas recipe checks off all the boxes! It's n…
Tintoretto Cocktail (Pomegranate Bellini)
I’m always looking for ways to incorporate pomegranate into recipes. I lov…
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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
Mary’s Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad is a delicious summer dish featuri…
Roast Chicken with Limoncello & Fennel
Who would've thought a splash of limoncello could turn a humble chicken di…
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
This fluffy lemon ricotta pancake recipe is bright, tender, and brunch-wor…
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…
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is an Easter favorite… and it’s Lent-approve…
No-Mayo Potato Salad
This easy, No-Mayo Farmers Market Potato Salad is a delicious twist on the…
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 …
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s m…
Chef Terri's Wild Rice Corn Chowder
This hearty soup is loaded with corn, sweet potatoes, and wild rice.
Aunt Rita’s Pecan Tassies
This special cookie gets a free pass because we all know its true identity…