It’s the Holiday season and what a better way to celebrate it then with a cookie in hand. Europeans have plenty of different ways to make delicious cookies. I hope you’ll enjoy this collection of European Christmas Cookie Recipes and make one, two, or more of them for your holiday. Now I’ve lived here in…
Ethnic Recipes
Pizzette with Garlic Shrimp & Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
This beautiful Pizzette with Garlic Shrimp and Roasted Red Pepper Pesto is the perfect appetizer for any Holiday gathering. They’re also easy to make and taste incredible! They’re made with store-bought pizza dough; homemade roasted red pepper pesto, with Cured Mahon-Menorca Cheese; shredded Semi-Cured Mahon-Menorca Cheese; and Spanish styled Garlic Shrimp, with a hint of smoked paprika. …
Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese (Pierogi Ruskie)
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…
Cheesy Pasta Bake (Individual Ramekins)
This Cheesy Pasta Bake is made Alfredo Style, with a heavy cream and two kinds of amazing Mahon-Menorca cheeses. I made these in the individual ramekins for a perfect portioned side dish. I arranged the rigatoni pasta in the standing position for the ultimate “wow” factor. Serve this on your Holiday table alongside an awesome meat dish…
Instant Pot Bean Soup with Spinach and Pesto
This Instant Pot Bean Soup with Spinach and Pesto packs a ton of nutrients, from beans, spinach, and other veggies. But it’s not short on flavor, with the incorporation of Parmesan rind, lemon juice, and basil pesto, for a nice European twist. Making it in the Instant Pot (or other pressure cookers) will allow you…
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…
Mushroom Pork Chops Recipe with Garlic & Butter
Are you ready for something super easy and super delicious to make for dinner? Try these Mushroom Pork Chops with Garlic and Butter! They’re extremely quick to make – you can have dinner on a table in just 20 minutes. They’re also full of flavor (with garlic, butter, and a medley of herbs), gluten-free, and…
Olive Oil Chicken Thighs Mediterranean Style
Thank you Carapelli Olive Oil for sponsoring this post. For more information and a store locator, please visit CarapelliUSA.com and be sure to check out Carapelli’s social channels: Facebook and Instagram. These Olive Oil Chicken Thighs are rubbed with a Mediterranean spice mixture, then marinated in a mixture of Carapelli Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil…
Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Gruyere & Bacon
These Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Gruyere and Bacon are divine. First, they’re roasted to perfection with bacon bits, then smothered in a creamy béchamel sauce with Gruyere cheese (Mornay sauce), and finally broiled until bubbly and golden brown. As is the case with this Balsamic Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon I can assure you that…
Wines that will complement your Thanksgiving dinner, paired with the best Italian cheese and meat board
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Italian Trade Commission for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. The holiday season is just around the corner… Is it just me or is the Holiday season your favorite time of the year? When October rolls around my excitement really starts to build….
