Springtime means is asparagus season! Asparagus and lemon is a great fresh combo and that paired with creamy risotto is so good! This Lemon Asparagus Risotto is absolutely delicious and actually pretty darn easy too with a little patience! Risotto is such a beautiful and elegant dish, an Italian classic. Risotto can be super versatile too…
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Quinoa & Pomegranate Salad
I could stare at this one all day; isn’t this Quinoa & Pomegranate Salad just gorgeous! I really do get very excited for pomegranate season, seeing those bins filled with these red beauties puts a smile on my face! I’ve loved pomegranates since I was way younger but always just ate them straight out of…
20+ Perfect Thanksgiving Dishes
First off, I can’t believe that we are already here in November! I know I say it all the time, time flies! I do have to say though that I am really excited for Thanksgiving! From a foodie aspect, I think Thanksgiving is by far one of the best!!! I wanted to put together a…
Brussel Sprouts with Crispy Pancetta
You are either a brussel sprout lover or hater… I hope that if you are a hater that maybe, just maybe these Brussel Sprouts with Crispy Pancetta will change your mind. These sprouts are tender and not over cooked. They have a nice roasted flavor and color to them but are cooked right on the…
Italian Pasta Salad
We’ve got just a few weeks until the official end of summer and around here it is certainly feels like summer with the heat and humidity. To me that means the BBQs are no where near ending and thats why I am sharing this classic, Italian Pasta Salad. Whatever it is you are grilling…
Sicilian Rice Balls :: Italian Street Food
I have to tell you, I am really excited to share this recipe for Sicilian Rice Balls {or Arancini} with you for the second Italian Street Food post. Did you catch the first Italian Street Food post? My Fried Prosciutto Tortellini have been quite the hit! These are an absolute staple in an Italian…