YES!!! After a long, cold winter we are finally here, the first day of Spring! I am looking forward to sun, warmth and outside time! Of course, NJ is currently getting a bit of snow but thankfully tomorrow is going to warm up so that’ll all be gone. So besides warmth and sun, I…
Side Dish
Tuscan Olive Salad
A few fresh and flavorful ingredients really brighten up plain jarred olives. This Tuscan Olive Salad takes just a few minutes to put together and tastes amazing! Olives are salty and perfectly paired with sweet red bell peppers, crisp celery, fresh garlic and those gorgeous strands on meyer lemon zest. Great colors, textures and…
3 Cheese Arancini {Rice Balls}
Yesterday I took a quick poll on LFK’s Facebook page to see what recipe you all wanted me to work on next. You all chose Rice Balls and I have to say, I was pretty excited because I haven’t made them in a while! These 3 Cheese Arancini {Rice Balls} were a staple in…
Quick Garlic Pickles
I love pickles, like REALLY love pickles! I’m a bit picky about my pickles though, they need to be crisp and great simple flavor. My favorite is a good garlic pickle… yes this Italian girl also can’t get enough garlic! The other night I remembered that I had an English cucumber that I hadn’t…
Italian Green Beans & Tomato
There are so many dishes that remind me of my grandparents, these Italian Green Beans & Tomato are definitely one of those dishes! As in most of my grandparents cooking, these are really simple, not much to them but absolutely delicious! A handful of ingredients, a couple simple steps and thats it!
Top Posts of 2014
Its been a GREAT year! I’m taking a look back on the top posts from every month of 2014, its going to be delicious! So go ahead grab a cup of coffee or some champagne {never too early to start the celebration} and enjoy!