Two standout recipes from Domenica Marchetti’s Italian Cookies: melt-in-your-mouth Occhi di Bue (jam-filled shortbread dusted with powdered sugar) and nutty, buttery Frollini al Farro made with whole farro flour. Straightforward techniques, pantry-friendly ingredients, and authentic Italian flavor – ideal for home bakers exploring traditional Italian cookie recipes.
These oven-baked pork and beef meatballs use a panade — stale bread soaked in milk — for an exceptionally tender, plush texture with no pan-frying required. Seasoned with fennel seed, chili flakes, and two cheeses, they’re finished in a garlic-and-basil-infused tomato sauce that delivers serious depth with minimal effort.
Ina Garten’s Lemon Chicken with Croutons from Barefoot in Paris is weeknight-simple but dinner-party worthy. A whole chicken roasted with lemon, onion, butter, and seasoning, served over olive oil–sautéed croutons that soak up every dripping. Minimal effort, maximum flavor – exactly what Ina does best.
This creamy asparagus salad from Gregory Gourdet pairs crisp asparagus, avocado, and cucumber in a rich sesame-sunflower seed dressing with fresh ginger and a kick of heat. Topped with homemade nori and dried chile furikake and sharp quick-pickled red onions, it’s a bold, texture-driven spring salad unlike any standard vinaigrette recipe.
Pizza Chiena — also called Pizza Gain or Easter Pie — is a traditional Italian meat pie packed with ham, sweet and spicy sausage, hard-boiled eggs, mozzarella, and sharp provolone in a golden crust made rich with rendered meat drippings. This make-ahead version breaks the process into two days for stress-free holiday baking.
These smoked salmon deviled eggs are a creamy, elevated twist on the classic, made with mayo, sour cream, and cream cheese. Finished with chives, lemon, and optional tobiko, they’re perfect for Easter, brunch, or entertaining. Includes foolproof tips for easy-peel hard-boiled eggs and make-ahead prep.
This cashew chicken and asparagus stir-fry delivers crisp vegetables, perfectly seared chicken, and a balanced sauce with rice vinegar and just enough sweetness. The key is cooking each component separately for maximum texture.
These Sweet and Spicy Tuna Melts are inspired by a childhood memory: tuna salad with sweet French dressing. Recipe testing helped fine-tune the balance of flavors — sweet French dressing, spicy serrano, crunchy celery, and bright lemon zest – topped with quick-pickled shallots and your choice of American or sharp white cheddar.
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