These Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese (Pierogi Ruskie) are the real deal. Traditional Polish dish at its best! Try this recipe and never buy pierogi again. They are amazing. This post was originally published on December 24, 2014 (On Christmas Eve!) and since then has been updated to provide additional information. You can…
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Pasta with Mussels in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Pasta with Mussels in a Spicy Tomato Sauce is a real treat. It comes together pretty quickly, it’s super elegant and tastes absolutely amazing. It’s a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner or date night in, with a glass of wine. There’s something special about pasta and seafood. Shrimp Scampi Spaghetti is also to die…
Nokedli (Hungarian Egg Noodles)
Nokedli are Hungarian noodles which are very similar to German Spätzle. Best part is that they come together in absolutely no time and taste divine. Serve them drizzled with butter, or as a side dish to any saucy dishes. For Hungarians, Nokedli is always served with traditional dishes like Chicken Paprikash, Goulash or Pörkölt. I…
Cauliflower Pasta Bake with Brie & Fontina
Cauliflower Pasta Bake with Brie and Fontina is like a combination of a fancy mac & cheese with veggies! Two dishes at ones. But if you’re looking for a fancy mac & cheese type of pasta without veggies check this Cheese Pasta Bake in Individual Ramekins. This post may contain affiliate links. You can read…
Farfalle Pasta Salad Mediterranean Style (w/ Mini Bow Tie Pasta)
Farfalle Pasta Salad Mediterranean Style is a great pasta salad with super fresh ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and peppers. Kalamata Olives, marinated artichokes and feta cheese, combine to enhance those mediterranean flavors. Dressed with a red wine based vinaigrette, instead of mayo, makes for super light and refreshing spin on a classic.
Pasta Alla Vodka with Spicy Sausage
Pasta Alla Vodka with Spicy Sausage is my newest addiction. The luscious, creamy sauce paired with the spiciness from the sausage, makes for an irresistible dish. When I served it in my house, all I heard “Ummm…this is so good.” I’m serious, this pasta has earned its way into heavy rotation in our house from the…
Burrata Pasta With Lemon Basil Pesto
Have you ever wonder what is Burrata? I’ll give you a hint…it’s a cheese! Below I’ll expand upon that definition and provide you with an amazing Burrata pasta recipe with orecchiette pasta and homemade lemon basil pesto sauce and cherry tomatoes (it’s just crazy good). What is Burrata? Burrata is a soft Italian fresh cheese that has…
Turkey Meatballs Alfredo Pasta with Asparagus
This Turkey Meatballs Alfredo Pasta with Asparagus is a perfect midweek dinner, for nights when you’re short on time but still want to make your family a hearty meal. It comes together quickly and incorporates a store-bought Alfredo sauce shortcut. I usually cook everything from scratch, as I think it typically tastes better, but I’ve…
Easy Shrimp Scampi Spaghetti – Italian At Its Best
This Easy Shrimp Scampi Spaghetti dish turned out to be one of the easiest, fastest and the most delicious weeknight dinners. My family absolutely loved it. Quick and Easy Shrimp Scampi Spaghetti If you are short on time but crave real Italian pasta dish look no further. This Shrimp Scampi Spaghetti recipe will not disappoint you….
Penne Alla Vecchia Bettola – Pasta in Vodka Sauce
Penne Alla Vecchia Bettola – pasta recipe with Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce from the famous East Hampton’s restaurant: Nick and Toni’s, featured by Ina Garten on Food Network – Barefoot Contessa; with my little twist of using fresh tomatoes from my own garden.