Kid friendly Italian recipes

Ricotta Pie

We took the traditional Italian holiday dessert and brought the health benefits up a notch by adding blueberries. We also think the pie tastes…

creamy CANNOLI maple syrup RICOTTA filling

I'll leave the authenticity to the ones who do it best. In the meantime, I've enjoyed tinkering with this…

Baked Stuff Shells

Instead of participating in the Daring Cooks challenge I made stuffed shells

Potato filled "Candy" with Porcini Mushrooms and Sausage

A twist to a ravioli recipe.

Braised Beef & Tortellini with Marsala Wine Sauce

I had this same meal at Olive Garden and had to come home and find a similiar recipe- I found a recipe that was…

Fresh Basil Pesto

Delicious and healthy basil pesto that will make your stomach smile!

CAKE WITH RICOTTA AND SPINACH IN PUFF PASTRY

I always do for my kids to eat vegetables to make them happy is a traditional dish, but every now and then add…

Calamari, Scallops and Lemon Fritto Misto

This is a delicious, easy to prepare Italian antipasto. Make sure you serve it hot. Close your eyes and…

Pasta with Eggplant, Tomato, and Red Chili Pepper

This is a great recipe that I have adapted from the awesome Marcella Hazan. Everyone loves it (even if you…

Cheesy Lemon Pasta w/ Salami, Olives & Spinach

Chicken Broccoli Penne Alfredo

Delicious versatile pasta dishes that's ready in minutes!

Lasagna with Turkey Sausage from Barefoot Contessa

Delicious and easy to make

Pasta with Cauliflower, Prosciutto, and Parmesan

Our whole family enjoyed this flavorful pasta that I cooked tonight. Despite the chicken broth, this is a…

Tuscan Pork with Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Slow cooking the pork with fennel seed gives it a fantastic flavor. The potatoes are good enough to make a…

Mom's Marinara Sauce

Slow cooked, intense tomato sauce is worth the effort and very versatile. I use it for lasagne, toss with pasta & cheese or for braising meat. Good…