😋2/8/26: This Week’s Menu, Picked by My Husband 🍝 (his birthday is today- see our video!)...
about 7 hours ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! It’s my husband’s birthday week, so I let him pick the menu. Between sick kids (lots of homemade broth and pastina soup) and a full week of filming, this menu came straight from the heart. These are the meals getting us through a very real week. Happy birthday to my love, Jordan Davis! I've been feeding him since we were best friends in college, and that was only the begining... 🥰If you made a recipe, please leave a star rating and comment- it helps my online business :). Sending...
READ POST😋Let the Games Begin… and the Snacks Win (From Kickoff to Gold Medal Bites)...
2 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! Whether it’s the U.S.A Super Bowl or the Olympics in Italy, one thing’s guaranteed: you’ll need something delicious on the table. These easy, crowd-pleasing recipes turn every watch party into a winning spread. Here are a few ideas to start, more ideas in the links above ⬆️. 🏈 Cucina by Elena Favorites — Game Day Recipes Crispy Salami Cups (Antipasto Bites) — fun handheld appetizers Hot Italian Sliders - melty, savory, and perfect for feeding a crowd Italian Beef Sandwiches -...
READ POST😋♥️NEW RECIPE: Why Everyone Is Falling in LOVE With This Shrimp Recipe (one pan!)...
3 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! This Marry Me Shrimp is rich and full of flavor, but still easy enough for a weeknight. A creamy sauce, tender shrimp, and simple ingredients make this one of those recipes you’ll crave again the very next day. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️Make This Recipe⭐️ Don't forget to leave a comment and STAR rating on the recipe you made- it helps others know it is a great recipe to try. Thank you! If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ⭐️rating and review on the recipe post. It...
READ POST😋NEW RECIPE: Is Ricotta the Secret to the Best 🍰Cheesecake You’ll Ever Make?
5 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! Soft, creamy, and beautifully balanced, this Italian ricotta cheesecake is a timeless classic. It’s easy to make, stunning to serve, and loved for its delicate texture (from the whipped ricotta!) and authentic flavor. Perfect for Valentine's Day- make it soon! Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️Make This Recipe⭐️ Don't forget to leave a comment and STAR rating on the recipe you made- it helps others know it is a great recipe to try. Thank you! If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please...
READ POST😋2/1/26: Let’s Start February in the Kitchen (🇮🇹Italian Favorites to Make While Watching the 🎿Olympics)...
7 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! Happy first day of February 🤍 Can you believe it? January felt long, but there’s something about February that feels like a fresh breath of air. A new month, a little more light, and something fun on the horizon... I’m especially excited because we’re preparing for the Winter Olympics in Italy, and it has me feeling nostalgic and inspired. Italy in winter is truly magical, and I'm excited for the world to experience it! Here is a recipe many of you made from my Instagram reel...
READ POST😋If I Had You Over for Dinner 🤍🇮🇹 This Is What I’d Make (steal my menu for entertaining)...
9 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! If I had you over for dinner, this is exactly what I’d serve. Nothing fussy. Nothing trendy. Just the kind of food I love to make for the people I care about, simple, comforting, and meant to be enjoyed slowly. I’d start with something easy to nibble on while we talk in the kitchen: Dipping Oil – Fresh, flavorful, and made in minutes. Warm Crusty Italian Bread – Fresh from the oven, torn by hand, with good olive oil, or my Easy Focaccia Bread. For dinner, I’d make something cozy...
READ POST😋NEW RECIPE: 🌧Cold Weather, 🍲One Pot, Lasagna Soup (the best I've ever tasted!)...
10 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! This lasagna soup is rich, cozy, and unbelievably comforting. Inspired by Italian flavors, made easy in one pot, and perfect for warming up during all these winter storms. Enjoy- it disappears fast! Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️MAKE THE RECIPE⭐️ Don't forget to leave a comment and STAR rating on the recipe you made- it helps others know it is a great recipe to try. Thank you! If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ⭐️rating and review on the recipe post. It helps others...
READ POST😋NEW RECIPE: 🍲The One-Pot Italian Meal That Feeds the ♥️Soul...
12 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! Pasta e lenticchie is one of those classic Italian dishes made from simple pantry ingredients, all cooked in one pot. Earthy lentils, tender pasta, and rich flavor come together into a rustic meal that feels comforting and homey- I hope it brings you comfort. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️GO TO RECIPE⭐️ Don't forget to leave a comment and STAR rating on the recipe you made- it helps others know it is a great recipe to try. Thank you! If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave...
READ POST😋1/25/26: End-of-🌧January Dinners That Just Work + 🎁FREE NEW eBook for you!...
14 days ago • 1 min readCiao Reader! These are the dinners that make sense right now and are easy enough to repeat. This week’s meal plan is built around what I actually want to cook and eat at the end of January. I’ve also included my FREE Quick & Easy Dinner eBook, packed with reliable recipes you’ll come back to again and again, any time of year. Made with amore ♥️, Elena 🥰If you made a recipe, please leave a star rating and comment- it helps my online business :). Let's start with a recipe you loved this week......
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