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Elena Davis - CucinaByElena šŸ‹

Ciao! Here you'll find simple & delicious recipes for everyone. Born in Italy and raised on sensational foods- I'm sharing my tips and tricks for all your favorite Italian recipes plus other favorites. Join thousands of readers and get my weekly emails with the latest recipes.

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šŸ˜‹11/9/25: 🦃 Your FREE Thanksgiving eBook is Here — Feast & Gather! Let’s make your Thanksgiving stress-free (and delicious!)...

Ciao Reader! The season of feasting and gathering is here, and I couldn’t be more excited! I'm pausing from my weekly meal plan to share something with you! šŸ I know how busy this time of year can be, so I've created something special to help you plan, prepare, and actually enjoy the holidays this year. ✨ My FREE ā€œFeast & Gatherā€ Thanksgiving eBook is officially here!✨ It’s filled with tried-and-true family recipes that bring comfort, flavor, and a little Italian love to your holiday table....
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pecan pie brownies

🤩New Recipe: the ultimate easy holiday treat that starts with one HUGE shortcut (and still tastes like it's from a bakery!)...

Ciao Reader! Gooey brownies meet buttery pecan pie in one bite of heaven. This recipe takes your favorite boxed mix and turns it into a show-stopping dessert, 🤫no one will believe it started from a box! These are known to disappear quickly, so you might want to make a double batch. Made with amore, ElenašŸ’™. ā­ļø MAKE THIS RECIPE!⭐ If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ā­ļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online...
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creamed corn

🤩New Recipe: The Side Dish That Tastes Like Home (ready in 20 minutes and made on the stove!)...

Ciao Reader! Simple ingredients, slow comfort, and a hint of Italian warmth, this homemade creamed corn is the epitome of cozy. Serve it once, and it becomes tradition. Made with amore, ElenašŸ’™. ā­ļø GO TO RECIPE⭐ If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ā­ļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online business. Thank you! Made with Amore,
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Brussels Sprouts Salad

🤩New Recipe: Don’t Sleep on This šŸ„—Salad, It’s That Good! Add it to your holiday line-up today...

Ciao Reader! Crispy, nutty, and kissed with lemon, this shaved Brussels sprouts salad brings balance and beauty to any meal. It’s ✨holiday-worthy and weeknight easy (even the skeptics will love it!). Enjoy, ElenašŸ’™. ā­ļø GO TO RECIPE⭐ If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ā­ļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online business. Thank you! Made with Amore,
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šŸ˜‹11/2/25 MEAL PLAN: Cooking, Gathering, and a šŸŽGift Coming Soon!...

Ciao Reader! It’s November, I can't believe it! The season of feasting, gathering, and gratitude is here, and I am so ready for it... I’m putting the finishing touches on a FREE Thanksgiving e-book, my gift to you! Keep an eye on your inbox, as it’s coming soon. It’s packed with šŸ” rated recipes I make for my own family's table and the ones that you (the readers) love most. Now, you will have them all in one place! Scroll ā¬‡ļø for recipes to try this week. Made with AmorešŸ’™, Elena. ✨ Let’s start...
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hot Italian sliders

🤩New Recipe: āš ļøWarning: These Sliders Disappear Fast!...

Ciao Reader! Cheesy, savory, and dripping with Italian flavor, these easy mini sandwiches are the hit of every gathering. Kids, adults, everyone loves them. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! Made with amore, ElenašŸ’™. ā­ļø MAKE THIS RECIPE⭐ If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ā­ļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online business. Thank you! Made with Amore,
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pumpkin pasta

šŸNew Recipe: Surprise! A Mouthwatering Cozy Fall Pasta You Can’t Miss...

Ciao Reader! My creamy pumpkin pasta sauce with crispy pancetta bread crumbs is rich, cozy, and screams fall comfort in a bowl. Trust me, once you take the first bite, it’ll be your seasonal go-to. Made with amore, ElenašŸ’™. ā­ļø DIVE INTO THIS RECIPE⭐ If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ā­ļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online business. Thank you! Made with Amore,
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šŸ˜‹New Recipe: Once You Try This, You’ll Never Make Ordinary Meatloaf Again (guaranteed!!)...

Ciao Reader! This isn’t your average MEATLOAF! It’s my Italian Polpettone, packed with rich beef, pork, melting cheese (and yes, even my meat-lover husband approved it as ā€œthe best ever!ā€). One slice and you’ll see why…Made with amore, ElenašŸ’™. ā­ļø MAKE THIS RECIPE⭐ If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ā­ļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online business. Thank you! Made with Amore,
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Weekly meal plan white chicken chili

āœ…10/26/25 šŸ½MEAL PLAN: What Cooking Taught Me About Letting Go šŸ (yummy recipes inside)...

Ciao Reader! As I watch the golden leaves fall and the trees grow bare, I’m reminded of something James Clear wrote: ā€œIf I want to feel that I have enough right now, what do I need to stop doing or let go?ā€. In my cucina, that means trying to slow down, cooking with what’s in season, and finding comfort in simplicity: a warm soup, roasted vegetables, and my mom's healthy bread rising on the counter. Let me know what you try this week! Made with AmorešŸ’™, Elena. ✨ Let’s start with a recipe you...
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