Pan-fried Italian Style Patties
In Italy, we call them polpette (meatballs) and this version is one of my favourite way of eating them! Soft and super tasty on the inside and crispy on the outside. Best served with roasted potatoes or a simple salad, your family will fall in love with this recipe. I buy the family pack steak mince because on weekdays, I don’t have much time to … Continue reading Pan-fried Italian Style Patties
Hubby’s Homemade Double Cheeseburger
My husband loves to try out new recipes and this one is definitely one of my favourites. I like my cheeseburger thin cut, with a bit of crunch on the outside but tender on the inside. My husband loves the big patty cooked rare. I always go for the 5% fat lean beef. Some say that if it is not fatty and greasy, it is … Continue reading Hubby’s Homemade Double Cheeseburger
Three Dip Fried Pizza
Like many dishes of Italian tradition, fried pizza (or Masardona) has a poor origin and was born in Naples during the second world war. Traditionally, it was prepared at home by pizza chefs, kneaded by the men and fried by the women. Then it was sold on the streets. This was the beginning of the so-called “popular street food”. There are many versions of this … Continue reading Three Dip Fried Pizza
Chard Rolls with Ground Turkey in Tomato Sauce
This dish was introduced to me by my mother-in-law from Venezuela and I quickly fell in love with it! Serve it with your favourite rice or fresh bread. A dish perfect for the whole family. And don’t forget to do the “scarpetta” (it literally means sopping up the sauce left on your plate with bread) with this delicious sauce! 😊 With this recipe you can … Continue reading Chard Rolls with Ground Turkey in Tomato Sauce
Pink Sauce Tortiglioni
Tortiglioni will always be one of my favourite types of pasta and they are perfect for pink sauce. It is creamy and the perfect alternative to the standard tomato sauce. Your kids will love it! Instead of pasta, you could try it also with gnocchi (potato dumplings). Tip: Instead of adding just parmesan, try the mix with pecorino or get salted ricotta which is firm … Continue reading Pink Sauce Tortiglioni
A Day in Ariccia – Home of Porchetta
Spend a delicious day in Ariccia, the home of porchetta. Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome and dine al fresco in one of the many typical taverns (or fraschette) this place is renowned for. Continue reading A Day in Ariccia – Home of Porchetta
Tuna Salad with Artichokes
A healthy salad perfect for lunch breaks. Artichokes and tuna are a great combo so I’m sure you will enjoy this salad. Serves 2 people Ingredients Few artichokes hearts (try the type in olive oil seasoned with garlic and herbs) 200gr mixed leaf salad Few cherry tomatoes cut in half 160gr good quality tuna 15gr chiffonade of basil Red balsamic vinegar of Modena Extra virgin … Continue reading Tuna Salad with Artichokes
Leek & Potato Soup with Cream Cheese
Leek is mild and sweet in flavour therefore is appealing to toddlers. The potato thickens the soup and create a creamy texture. It is a perfect combo with cheese! 1 portion Ingredients 1 potato 1 carrot 1 small red onion 1 cup chopped leek 1 tbs. cream cheese (I use Philadelphia) 1 tbs. extra virgin olive oil ½ tsp parsley, finely chopped 1 tsp grated … Continue reading Leek & Potato Soup with Cream Cheese
Peas & Cabbage Soup
Healthy, sweet, and flavourful, your baby will love this soup! 1 portion Ingredients 1 cup peas 1 cup Savoy cabbage 1 small red onion 1 tsp grated parmesan cheese 1tbs organic vegetable bouillon Few leaves of fresh basil crushed in a mortar with the pestle with 1 tbs of extra virgin olive oil Method In a small saucepan, put all the ingredients (washed and chopped) … Continue reading Peas & Cabbage Soup
Swedish Meatballs with 2 Colours Courgettes
This super tasty Swedish meatballs and courgette soup will delight your child’s palate and you will probably end up preparing it at least once per week for yourself too. It’s delicious! 1 portion Ingredients 1 yellow courgette 1 green courgette 1 ripened tomato, peeled and chopped 1 small red onion 2 Swedish meatballs 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp of freshly grated parmesan … Continue reading Swedish Meatballs with 2 Colours Courgettes
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