Tag: tomatoes

PIN FOR BEST TOMATOES FOR SAUCE
Recipe Roundups

BEST TOMATOES FOR SAUCE

Best Tomatoes for Sauce—because life’s too short for bland, watery sauce. Let’s talk the varieties that actually make you want to lick the pot. Being Italian means I was basically born with a ladle in one hand and a tomato in the other. My first words were probably “pass the basil” and “more garlic, mamma!” […]

PIN FOR TOMATO SUBSTITUTES
Recipe Roundups

TOMATO SUBSTITUTES

No tomatoes? No worries. These Tomato Substitutes will save dinner (and your sanity) when you’re fresh out or just not feeling the tomato vibe. We’ve all been there — like when you’re halfway through a recipe and realize there’s not a single tomato in sight. Or maybe you’re just not into the whole tomato thing […]

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

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 […]

plate of chicken drumsticks with tomatoes and garlic garnished with fresh chopped parlsey
Keto & Low-Carb Recipes, Meaty Mains, Recipes

CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES AND GARLIC

Juicy, crispy Chicken With Tomatoes that practically bursts with flavour—this dish is proof that simple ingredients can create something downright magical. It’s low-carb, loaded with bold Mediterranean vibes, and so easy, it feels like cheating! I don’t know about at your local grocery store but at mine, even in today’s day and age where it […]

pieces of bruschetta on a plate
Recipes, Side Dish Recipes

EASY BRUSCHETTA RECIPE

Fresh, flavourful, and so easy to make, this Bread Bruschetta Recipe is perfect for gatherings or entertaining! It’s loaded with diced tomatoes, minced garlic, and chopped fresh basil. Truly delicious and a classic for a reason! IMHO, everyone needs a classic and easy bruschetta recipe they can always rely on. Am I right?! The kind […]

LOW FODMAP TWIST ON THE CLASSIC FRENCH NIÇOISE SALAD WITH EGG, POTATOES, OLIVES, GREEN BEANS AND TOMATOES
Low FODMAP Recipes, Meaty Mains, Salads

LOW FODMAP STEAK NIÇOISE SALAD

This low FODMAP steak Niçoise salad is fresh, filling, and totally gut-friendly. It’s a classic French-inspired dish, minus the digestive drama. How do you generally feel about salads?! I’m a fan. Like a huge fan. And if you’re not, I can almost guarantee that this low FODMAP steak Niçoise salad will change that. It’s super […]

sun dried tomatoes and garlic
Keto & Low-Carb Recipes, Recipes, Sauces, Dips & Dressings, Side Dish Recipes, The Lagana Family Cooking Series

RECIPE FOR SUN DRIED TOMATOES

This recipe for Sun Dried Tomatoes is a family recipe that my parents have been making for literal decades! They’re a true staple, a definite favourite, and so much easier to make (with a dehydrator) than you might think! Many, many (many, many many!!!!) moons ago, my parents invested in a dehydrator (probably one of […]