Thursday, October 31, 2024

Butternut Squash and Sausage Risotto with Toasted Hazelnuts and Crispy Sage

Comforting and hearty Italian risotto that celebrates the flavors of fall. Creamy and rich, served with toasted hazelnuts, crispy sage and lots of Parmesan cheese. This risotto is sure to impress!

butternut squash risotto with sausage

This post is written in collaboration with RiceSelect. All opinions are mine alone. 


Ready to cozy up with this Creamy Butternut Squash and Sausage Risotto?!?

This heartwarming dish brings out the essence of fall, blending sweet, tender butternut squash with savory Italian sausage. Creamy Arborio rice soaks up the richness of white wine and vegetable broth, while toasted hazelnuts and crispy sage add a delightful crunch and earthy aroma. 

It's a comforting, hearty dish that strikes the perfect balance between flavors and textures, making it ideal for a cozy dinner or a festive gathering. Trust me—this risotto will impress your guests and quickly become a favorite.

butternut squash risotto with sausage


Friday, October 25, 2024

Upside-Down Cake with Caramelized Apple Slices

This upside-down cake features tender, caramelized apples on top of a soft and moist, fluffy base, creating a show-stopping dessert that's as delicious as it is beautiful. 

Upside-Down  Cake with Caramelized Apple Slices

Today, I'm excited to share my super-easy recipe for a soft and delicious upside-down apple cake—perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon tea. This cake is topped with caramelized apples that bake up golden and tender, adding just the right amount of juiciness and sweetness. 

Upside-Down  Cake with Caramelized Apple Slices

Saturday, October 12, 2024

Authentic Italian Chicken Cacciatora - Pollo alla Cacciatora

This Pollo alla Cacciatora is a simple yet flavorful Italian classic, featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with green olives and fresh herbs

Authentic Italian Chicken Cacciatora  - Pollo alla Cacciatora
This post is written in collaboration with Colavita. All opinions are mine alone.

Pollo alla Cacciatora, or “hunter’s chicken,” is one of Italy’s most beloved comfort dishes, known for its rich flavors and heartwarming simplicity. 
This authentic and traditional Italian entree is everything I look for in dinner: ready in no time and so scrumptious that the whole family is going to devour it - and ask for more!
Authentic Italian Chicken Cacciatora  - Pollo alla Cacciatora

Saturday, October 5, 2024

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cake with Pecan Crumble

A moist and fragrant pumpkin coffee cake infused with a touch of orange and topped with a crunchy pecan crumble—perfect for cozy autumn gatherings or a sweet anytime treat. 
And the best part, it's naturally gluten-free thanks to almond flour!

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cake with Pecan Crumble


When it comes to fall desserts, this flourless pumpkin coffee cake is the ultimate treat, with its naturally gluten-free ingredients and rich autumn flavors. 
It's wonderfully dense and moist, yet still light and soft, with just the right amount of sweetness (not overly sweet!).  It's packed with the cozy flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and topped with a crunchy pecan crumble which adds the perfect texture. 
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cake with Pecan Crumble

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Italian Limoncello-Ricotta Cake Easy Recipe

This zesty Italian limoncello-ricotta cake is a citrusy, melt-in-your-mouth moist, and soft dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for any occasion!

Italian Limoncello Ricotta Cake
For all the lemon lovers out there, let me introduce you to this delightful Italian Limoncello Ricotta Cake! 
I'm sure you're going to love this recipe as much as I do.

With the perfect balance of bright, zesty lemon flavor and the rich, creamy texture of ricotta, this limoncello ricotta cake is truly a dream come true. 
Perfect to celebrate a special event or a delicious way to end a family meal on a sweet note, this cake has it all—richness, elegance, and a refreshing citrus kick.
Italian Limoncello Ricotta Cake

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

How to Make a Melting Chocolate Dome Dessert Tutorial

This is what chocolate dreams are made of: the perfect milk chocolate dome drizzled with white chocolate sauce to reveal a stack of brownies and fresh raspberries inside. 

Perfect to impress your guests or that special someone! 

melting chocolate dome tutorial

Indulging in a show-stopping chocolate dome dessert is easier than you think! 

In today's tutorial, I'll walk you through the simple steps to create a stunning chocolate dome, made with rich milk chocolate. Drizzled with warm white chocolate sauce, this dessert magically melts away to reveal a decadent combination of fudgy brownies and fresh raspberries underneath.

Whether you're looking to wow at a dinner party or simply treat yourself to a decadent dessert, this tutorial breaks down the process so anyone can create this sweet masterpiece right at home.

melting chocolate dome tutorial

Friday, September 13, 2024

Soft Italian Focaccia Bread with Green Olives - No Knead Recipe

Learn how to make this extra-soft and super delicious Italian Focaccia Bread with green olives from scratch. No kneading required!

Italian Focaccia Bread with Olives

This post is written in collaboration with Colavita. All opinions are mine alone. 


Looking to impress your guests with something homemade and irresistible? 

This extra-soft, flavor-packed Italian focaccia bread with green olives is the answer! 

Italian Focaccia Bread with Olives

Friday, September 6, 2024

How to Make Chickpea Coconut Curry with Canned Ingredients

Quick, hearty, and delicious vegetarian meal perfect for busy weeknight dinners



This post is written in collaboration with Canned Good Official. Opinions are mine alone


Looking for a hearty, easy-to-make dinner that’s perfect for the busy fall season? This chickpea coconut curry is the answer!

This vegetarian dish comes together quickly and in no time simply using pantry staples like canned chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, and coconut milk, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Packed with protein and rich flavors, it's a satisfying and nourishing option that pairs perfectly with your favorite rice or naan bread.

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Mini Butter Cakes with Vanilla Bean Ice cream and Berry Compote

Mini muffin-sized cakes drizzled with butter sauce, served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and a touch of sweet and warm berry compote. Simply amazing!


This post is written in collaboration with Straus Family Creamery. All opinions are mine alone.

Get ready to indulge in a dessert that’s pure bliss from the first bite to the last.
Imagine a warm, buttery mini cake infused with a hint of almond, topped with a scoop of rich and creamy vanilla bean ice cream, and drizzled with a warm and luscious berry compote.