Recipes

I am a huge fan of homemade cornbread but let me tell you that this Sweet Potato Cornbread is out of this world!  Like my classic cornbread recipe, it is delicious and incredibly moist, but the addition of autumn spices and loads of mashed fresh sweet potatoes make …

Nonna’s simple orange cookies are the perfect companion to a cup of tea or your favorite coffee. Slightly crispy on the outside and light and airy on the inside, they remind me of orange flavored lady fingers.

An Apple Cider Margarita is the perfect way to take the classic Margarita Cocktail into fall.  This fruity drink is sweet, tangy and captures all the fall flavors we love.  While the cinnamon sugar rim on your glass will make you feel warm and cozy …

Casarecce Pasta with Pesto alla Trapanese is a simple summery dish that can be on your table in less than 30 minutes.  This fun and hearty pasta is coated in a tasty tomato-based pesto that is just loaded with flavor.  I dare you to have …

Sicilian Pignoli Cookies are simple 4 ingredient cookies, with a sweet nutty flavor.  With pine nuts and almond paste being the main ingredients, these cookies are truly a luxury that is most often reserved for Christmas or special occasions.  But they don’t have to be! …

The Black Manhattan is a smooth, dark almost bittersweet version of the classic Manhattan.  This flavorful twist on the traditional Manhattan cocktail uses Averna Amaro Siciliano in place of sweet vermouth.   This classy drink has a rich flavor with a slight caramel undertone and …

A little crunchy, slightly soft in the middle and subtly sweet, Italian Sesame Cookies are perfect with a cup of coffee or tea.  These classic Italian favorites get their nutty flavor from the toasted sesame seeds that coat the outside of the cookie and give …

Fire Roasted Tomatoes will infuse delicious, sweet smokey flavor into anything they are added to.  Fire roasting caramelizes the sugars and intensifies the tomatoes’ natural sweetness, making them the perfect way to elevate any dish. Whether you are making sauce, soup or adding them to …

Roast beef can be a delicious Sunday dinner.  My Top Round Roast Beef is so easy to make that you might even want to try it in the middle of the week.  I’ve laid out some easy-to-follow instructions so that you can make a tender, …

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick and tasty dinner recipe that the whole family loves.  Your favorite pasta is tossed in a delicious garlic cheese sauce and topped with pieces of juicy tender chicken breast in this simple recipe.   Garlic parmesan chicken pasta …