My Italian American Kitchen: Pizza to Pastries
Hey! I’m Marie, and there’s nowhere I’d rather be than in my kitchen, cooking or baking up something delicious. Over the years, I’ve fallen in love with everything from baking fresh bread to simmering hearty soups and making the perfect pizza.
Growing up in an Italian family around Philly and NYC definitely shaped the way I cook – those amazing food memories from childhood just never leave you!
Whether you’re just starting to explore making things in your kitchen or you’ve been cooking for years, I’d love to share some recipes with you. There’s always something new to learn and create.
Take a look around and enjoy!
Find your new favorite recipe!
The Latest & Greatest Recipes
Sicilian Almond Cookies (Pasta di Mandorle)
Sicilian Almond Cookies are a classic Italian cookie with their chewy, almond-rich center that are adorned simply with pistachios, candied cherries, or toasted…
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina (Sorrento-Style Baked Gnocchi)
This Italian comfort food, Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is a baked gnocchi dish that always steals my heart with its soft and light potato…
Using the Ooni Volt Pizza Oven
Do you have an Ooni Volt? I spent some time using the Ooni Volt to figure out how to bake the perfect Neapolitan….
Neapolitan Pizza Dough
Neapolitan pizza is prized for that perfectly charred crust with its signature leopard spotting, the tender-yet-chewy texture that can only come from proper…
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Dessert Ideas
From the creamy richness of Italian Ricotta Cheesecake, the airy delight of Cream Puffs with Vanilla Ricotta, and the nutty charm of Pignoli Cookies, there’s a sweet treat for every palate. More elaborate creations like the layered Italian Rum Cake and festive Struffoli, bring the flavors of Italy right into your kitchen.
Chicken
If you’re in the mood for some comforting Italian goodness, my chicken riggies recipe will transport you straight to pasta paradise Utica style. And don’t miss out on my amazing Italian skillet roasted chicken (and so much more) are guaranteed to impress even the toughest of critics!
Cookies
Welcome to the cookie jar of dreams! From the delicate bliss of Italian wedding cookies to the etherial lightless of ricotta cookies and the nutty perfection of pignoli cookies, these treats are guaranteed to please. So preheat that oven, and get ready to fill your kitchen with the aroma of homemade goodness!
Main Meals
Get ready to indulge in a flavor-packed feast! From the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of braciole and succulent Italian beef to the irresistible charm of classic Italian meatballs and the savory delight of Philly roast pork, these main courses are guaranteed to be the star of any meal. So, roll up your sleeves, tie on that apron, and prepare to savor every delicious bite—it’s time to dig in and experience the magic of homemade goodness!
