Tag: italian food

cooked meatball on a baking sheet topped with pesto, more in the background
Keto/Low Carb, Meaty Mains, Recipes

CHICKEN PESTO MEATBALLS

These Chicken Pesto Meatballs are juicy, flavour-packed, and totally family-approved. Made with lean ground chicken and fresh pesto, they’re the perfect easy dinner for busy weeknights or meal prep magic. As I’m sure you’ve heard me shout from the rooftops before—I’m Italian, and proud of it! So is it really any surprise when I say […]

log of pesto butter on a cutting board, some cut into slices, bread in the front and back
Dip Dip Gourmet, Keto/Low Carb, Recipes, Side with that?

PESTO BUTTER

Make rich and flavourful Pesto Butter easily at home with fresh basil pesto and creamy butter. Perfect for spreading, cooking, and adding a burst of herby goodness to any dish! Alright, folks. I’ve said it before… and I’ll definitely say it again: there probably aren’t many things in my fridge or pantry that I wouldn’t […]

hands holding a bowl of pesto with a spoon in it, garlic cloves, basil leaves and lemon in the background
Dip Dip Gourmet, Keto/Low Carb, Recipes

PESTO RECIPE WITHOUT PINE NUTS

Looking for a bold, flavourful Pesto Recipe Without Pine Nuts? This nut-free version is just as delicious—fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes. Well, it’s officially June, and we’ve had some pretty dang hot days here in BC. The other day, the news even called one a “heat wave,” with temperatures promising to climb to almost […]

pasta with peas, crispy prosciutto in a bowl, parmesan, lemon zest, parsley, in the background
Meaty Mains, Recipes

PASTA PISELLI PROSCIUTTO

Craving comfort food? This Pasta Piselli Prosciutto recipe is creamy, cozy, and packed with flavour—plus it’s way easier to make than you’d think. It’s a must-try Italian classic with a salty, crispy twist that takes it over the top. Alright, folks. Today’s recipe—aka the easiest, coziest bowl of comfort—is another one that pulls me straight […]

plate of creamy sausage pasta with fresh basil on top, another plate in the background
Meaty Mains, Recipes

CREAMY PASTA AND SAUSAGE

Craving a rich and comforting dinner? This Creamy Pasta and Sausage recipe is packed with savory Italian sausage, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious ricotta-Parmesan sauce. Easy to make, restaurant-worthy, and absolutely delicious! Perfect for a cozy night in. Is it just me, or does orecchiette pasta make you feel fannnnn-cay?! I don’t know why—maybe it’s […]

3 chicken cutlets on a plate with basil and lemon, more on a tray in the background
Meaty Mains, Recipes

AIR FRYER CHICKEN CUTLETS

Looking for a quick and tasty meal? These Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are crispy, flavourful, and ready in under 25 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Every time I share an air fryer recipe, I *naturally* use it as an excuse to profess my undying love for my air fryer—the appliance that has admittedly […]

tomato pastina in a bowl with fresh chopped basil
Meatless Mains, Recipes, Soups

TOMATO PASTINA

Nothing says cozy like a warm bowl of Tomato Pastina—the ultimate comfort food that’s simple, satisfying, and packed with flavour. Whether you need a quick meal or a nostalgic hug in a bowl, this Italian inspired classic has you covered! Tomato pastina may seem like a simple, ol’ boring dish you can whip up in […]

pizza dough with tomato sauce, can of tomatoes in the background, fresh basil in the front
Dip Dip Gourmet, Keto/Low Carb, Recipes

NO-COOK PIZZA SAUCE

Craving authentic Italian pizza but short on time? This No-Cook Pizza Sauce will bring the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen with minimal effort! Isn’t it funny that it’ll probably only take about a handful of people to ask what their favourite food is before someone, somewhere, will gladly respond PIZZA! Kids, adults, you […]

side view of shrimp pasta in a bowl with chili flakes and parmesan, garlic bread in the background
Meaty Mains, Recipes

SHRIMP PASTA WITH GARLIC

This Shrimp Pasta with Garlic is elegant enough to serve up at your next dinner party but quick and easy enough to throw together on a busy weeknight. It’s fresh, light, flavourful, and on the table in just 20 minutes! With Summer right around the corner here in beautiful BC, I’m all about quick, easy, […]

chicken saltimbocca in a cast iron skillet with lemon and fried sage
Keto/Low Carb, Meaty Mains, Recipes

CHICKEN SALTIMBOCCA

Get ready to elevate your dinner game with a mouthwatering twist on a classic favourite! Juicy chicken, crispy prosciutto, a touch of sage, and a tangy white wine sauce to bring it all together. This Chicken Saltimbocca recipe is sure to steal the show at your next gathering! Where my Food Network lovers at?! Or […]

baked italian sausages on a tray with sauces
Keto/Low Carb, Meaty Mains, Recipes

EASY BAKED ITALIAN SAUSAGES

Baked Italian Sausages are a quick and easy dinner that everyone always loves! They go great with a variety of tasty side dishes and you can use either mild, medium, hot, or sweet Italian sausages following the same simple instructions. My Italian background is no secret at this point. I mean, at least it shouldn’t […]

piece of cherry tomato and herb focaccia on a tray with more
Meatless Mains, Recipes, Side with that?

NO KNEAD FOCACCIA

Light, airy, and delicious, this No Knead Foccacia Bread is the perfect party appetizer or snack. It’s easier to make than you might think and the best part is that there’s no kneading involved! One of my personal favourite recipes to date that you’ll find here on my blog is my no knead bread recipe. […]