Sweet Potato Bourbon Pecan Pie
This sweet potato pecan pie recipe has a splash of bourbon inside that mak…
Black Dal
Creamy and buttery and packed full of intensely flavored Indian spices.
A Guide to Creamy Risotto
I LOVE risotto, and I especially love how easy it is to make—stay with me.…
Espresso Martini Granita
Go all out and serve your granita in a frosted martini glass. Top it with …
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…
Macaron Tower with Gingerbread Buttercream
The perfect French cookie for any celebration.
Classic Hot Fudge Sauce
My Classic Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce is something that I look for any excus…
Bread Pudding with Dark Rum Sauce
Bread pudding might seem like kind of a boring dessert at first glance, bu…
Feast of the Seven Fishes Pie
This traditional Italian Christmas recipe checks off all the boxes! It's n…
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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…