bruschette con pomodoro e burrata Bruschetta is my favorite quick appetizer recipe that is always a hit! Tomato and burrata bruschetta, has the addition of fresh, creamy Italian cheese, which takes it over the top! Bruschetta is one of those…
Tuscan Farro Salad
insalata di farro toscana I love a farro salad to break up the boring world of plain green salads. Farro adds a hearty, nuttiness and is filling and healthy! I serve this salad warm, which amplifies the flavors and makes…
Lemon Rosemary Cornmeal Cookies
biscotti al limone e rosmarino con farina di mais When the weather starts to turn and I sense the first glimmer of spring, I want to reach for a light, delicate cookie like these lemon rosemary cornmeal cookies. They belong…
Is It Illegal to Break Pasta in Italy? (Pasta Facts and Cooking Tips)
Is it illegal to break pasta in Italy? In short, no. But Italians place a lot of weight on etiquette and custom, especially when it comes to food. So, it definitely feels like breaking pasta is prohibited or at least…
Apple and Pear Crumble Tart
sbriciolata mele e pere There’s no baked good I don’t love. But I especially love the ones that are easy to make. This apple and pear crumble tart hits all the notes – crunchy, tender, fruity, and of course sweet….
Vegetable Orzo Soup
minestrone con pasta When I’m in the mood for a cozy and hearty soup, I turn to this vegetable orzo soup. It transports you to a Tuscan hillside on a cool, windy day being served this comforting soup by a…
