8 Clove Vodka Cream Pappardelle

So, it’s been quite a while since I’ve posted some recipes. I have been quite busy with work and other family stuff that is taking up most of my time. This fortunately does not mean that I have stopped cooking and writing recipes, I just haven’t had time to post them. Anyway, this one is…

Summer Antipasto Tortellini Salad.

I love making pasta salads especially this one for the hot summer months. This recipe is super quick and easy and you can most certainly prepare the dish in advance for the next day. Remember the longer it sits, the better it gets. I usually refrigerate this salad for at least 4 hrs to let…

Red White and Blue Almond swirl Shortbread cookies.

So as I have stated before, I’m NOT the best baker. I have gotten a lot better of the years and actually enjoy it as before, I HATED it!! But there are a few simple recipes that I know that are simple and just so easy to make and this is one of them. I…

Fire roasted tomato and Lemon Shrimp with Pappardelle.

What a super “hot” and humid week we’re having here in the Northeast. This dish just totally brings out the New England girl in me. I love Shrimp any time of year but, especially during the summer months. This was a super easy dish I created and has tons and tons of flavors that work…

Corn Tortilla Taco Bake

So it has been WAY too long since I’ve posted a recipe. Life can sometimes be super hectic as priorities come first. So I figured I better make up for the extended delay with this Gluten Free GOODIE!! 12 Corn tortillas 2 1/2 lbs ground beef 3 cans of Mild diced tomatoes with green chilies…

Loaded Veggie Italian Tortellini Salad.

This is one salad that I absolutely love to make during the summer months. It’s pretty much versatile that you can make it just about anytime of year but, summertime is my fav for this beauty. Made with olive oil, vinegar, lemon, fresh dill, salt and pepper, it’s a cold salad that you’ll truly want…

Spaghetti Pepperoni pie 

Is it a pizza??? Nope it’s a pie. We’ll sort of? My kids were complete ecstatic when this big beauty came out of the oven tonight.  This is so super easy and has all the great flavors of a delicious spaghetti dinner. You can most certainly substitute with any GF spaghetti instead and I highly…

Ciambotta over Creamy Parmesan Polenta

This is such a wonderful Vegetarian Dish. Great for #Meatless Monday and is actually done in less than 30 mins. Freezes BEAUTIFULLY for a large crowd or just as a quick 1 person meal. Lots of veggies hearty veggies that stand up to any protein, pasta or creamy polenta as I like best. I love…

Summer Heirloom Tomato Panzanella with Mint.

This is the PERFECT warm summertime salad. Not only is it super quick and easy but, it’s delicious to enjoy just about anytime of the year. A tradition Panzanella salad is usually made with day old bread or so called “stale” bread but, I absolutely love going to the store, picking out a delicious fresh…