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Roasted Chicken Thighs with Fennel and Orange

Roasted Chicken Thighs with Fennel and Orange

Orange and fennel chicken thighs is a classic winter family recipe. I must confess that my mom was making this in batches so that we could eat it for the next couple of days. Both my parents were working, but so lunch and dinner have …

Blood orange ricotta cake

Blood orange ricotta cake

Do you love citrus fruit? Do you love blood oranges? If your answer is YES, you cannot miss this elegant upside-down cake. This Italian blood orange ricotta cake is moist, fluffy and I promise you EASY! It’s the perfect showstopper for your next gatherings. I …

Cauliflower Anchovies Pasta

Cauliflower Anchovies Pasta

Cauliflower Anchovies Pasta is a delicious Sicilian inspired recipe, with a savory taste given by the anchovies. This simple recipe hits the spot not only for its delicious flavor and interesting texture, but also because it is an easy pantry staple dish ready in 30 …

Easy Creamy Jerusalem Artichoke Soup

Easy Creamy Jerusalem Artichoke Soup

This creamy Jerusalem artichoke soup recipe is a true delicacy. It can be prepared in an hour or less and you only need a few ingredients to make this vegetable shine. The consistency of this soup is creamy and thick thanks to the cannellini beans. …

Authentic Cacio e Pepe

Authentic Cacio e Pepe

Cacio Pepe is a Roman pasta dish that literally means cheese and pepper and consists of 3 simple ingredients: Pasta, Pecorino cheese and black pepper. The secret of an authentic Cacio e Pepe is the creamy sauce that comes from combining the best quality Pecorino Romano …

Smoked Salmon Fennel Mandarin Salad

Smoked Salmon Fennel Mandarin Salad

Smoked Salmon Fennel Mandarin Salad is a gorgeous combination of fresh and seasonal ingredients that will brighten your table this winter season. This classic holiday salad bursts the salmon smokiness, the mandarin tanginess, the fennel anise flavor and the greens peppery punch. You will love …

What to cook in December

What to cook in December

When I think of December, Christmas immediately comes to mind and with it all the delicious cookies and sweets that are typical of this time of year. I recently moved to the US and in this month more and more doors opened to discover amazing …

Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies

Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies

Nutella. A jar of creamy hazelnut spread that will make you smile. Nutella. A treat that kids will always love. Nutella. A guilty pleasure that adults will never say no to. Nutella. The Italian magic that conquered the world. Nutella. As an ingredient in this …

Traditional Pumpkin Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ricotta

Traditional Pumpkin Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ricotta

THIS POST HAS BEEN UPDATED AND IT APPEARED FIRST ON ITALIAN KITCHEN CONFESSION ON 11/12/2020. These traditional Pumpkin Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ricotta are a great vegetarian recipe, with the pumpkin as the main protagonist for this fall dish. It is a stunning recipe …

WHAT TO COOK IN NOVEMBER

WHAT TO COOK IN NOVEMBER

In November, the weather turns crisp, the leaves turn yellow, red, and orange, and the festive season is in the air, culminating with Thanksgiving weekend. While many of us are busy preparing and testing recipes for one of the most beloved celebrations of the year, …