One of the staples in my kitchen, this New York style bagel recipe is super easy to make and well worth the effort! Crispy on the outside, just like your favorite NY deli, but baked in your own kitchen. These are the real deal! Two main types of bagel recipes I am SOO excited to…
An authentic ricotta gnocchi recipe that comes from the very popular Italian cooking site called Giallo Zafferano. Ingredients include ricotta, flour, and egg (parmesan optional but highly recommended). Making gnocchi is pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Most of my life, I’ve eaten potato gnocchi but I’ve come to realize that I…
These easy gyro burgers are a quick way to have authentic tasting gyros at home. Made of ground lamb or ground beef (or a mixture of both), and topped with a delicious Tzatziki sauce. The idea of making these easy gyro burgers came after enjoying authentic gyros in Michigan. We lived there for about 2…
This Italian cheesecake is made with whole milk ricotta and crushed pineapple for a unique twist and added flavor. It has a creamy texture and is oh soooo good! There are several traditional Italian Easter recipes that are very near and dear to my heart. These include Italian Easter bread, Italian rice pie (which can…
Full of nooks and crannies (for collecting butter…mmmm), this easy and quick homemade English muffin recipe is made with a batter, like pancakes on a griddle and finished in the oven. How to Make English Muffins Are you looking for an English muffin recipe with lots of nooks and crannies? Try these amazing English muffins…
This deliciously hearty and comforting red wine beef stew is the perfect one-pot meal for a cold winter night! Add green beans or peas for color and crunch! Less than 30 minutes of prep, and then dinner is served 1 hour later. I wonder if it’s possible to have soups or stews every night, all…
