Italian

This is a tasty weekend menu and ideal for date night. I usually use Barilla Gold pasta if I can find it, or I make my own (see my basic pasta recipe). For dessert, it only makes sense to have Tiramisu. You can find that recipe on the blog, as …

This torta not only looks pretty when served but it’s easy to make. You have to factor in a couple of hours for it to set in the refrigerator though, so assemble it the night before or a couple of hours before baking.  

No one needs more stress during the week. This is a quick dinner you can throw together and it basically cooks itself. It takes about 15 minutes to prepare.

Here’s an easy Halloween menu for today. It’s easy but a little decadent too. Roasted pumpkin risotto, lobster vol-au-vent, deviled eggs and tiramisu fudge round out the menu. Enjoy!    

I tested and re-tested this recipe until the dough consistency was right and it baked the way it should. You can added whatever toppings you want. This is a shrimp pizza with a mixed green salad to garnish, and it was tasty!    

If you made my Christmas menu and have some leftovers, this is a great way to use them. You don’t even have to season this soup, because the components are already seasoned.    

Tired of the same old football dip recipes? Try this one for something upscale and  a little different. It’s sweet, hot, the pancetta is crispy and mascarpone is creamy. It takes 5 minutes to make with softened mascarpone.      

When you don't have time to do a big Sunday dinner, here's a savory lunch dish. It takes five minutes to put together