š11/9/25: š¦ Your FREE Thanksgiving eBook is Here ā Feast & Gather! Letās make your Thanksgiving stress-free (and delicious!)...
1 day agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao Reader! The season of feasting and gathering is here, and I couldnāt be more excited! I'm pausing from my weekly meal plan to share something with you! š 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 āFeast & Gatherā Thanksgiving eBook is officially here!⨠Itās filled with tried-and-true family recipes that bring comfort, flavor, and a little Italian love to your holiday table....
READ POSTš¤©New Recipe: the ultimate easy holiday treat that starts with one HUGE shortcut (and still tastes like it's from a bakery!)...
3 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao 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, š¤«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, Elenaš. āļø MAKE THIS RECIPE!ā If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a āļørating and review on the recipe post. It helps others recognize that it's a great recipe and supports my online...
READ POSTš¤©New Recipe: The Side Dish That Tastes Like Home (ready in 20 minutes and made on the stove!)...
5 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao 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, Elenaš. āļø GO TO RECIPEā If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a āļørating 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,
READ POSTš¤©New Recipe: Donāt Sleep on This š„Salad, Itās That Good! Add it to your holiday line-up today...
6 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao Reader! Crispy, nutty, and kissed with lemon, this shaved Brussels sprouts salad brings balance and beauty to any meal. Itās āØholiday-worthy and weeknight easy (even the skeptics will love it!). Enjoy, Elenaš. āļø GO TO RECIPEā If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a āļørating 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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9 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao Reader! Itās November, I can't believe it! The season of feasting, gathering, and gratitude is here, and I am so ready for it... Iām putting the finishing touches on a FREE Thanksgiving e-book, my gift to you! Keep an eye on your inbox, as itās coming soon. Itās packed with š 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 Amoreš, Elena. ⨠Letās start...
READ POSTš¤©New Recipe: ā ļøWarning: These Sliders Disappear Fast!...
10 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao Reader! Cheesy, savory, and dripping with Italian flavor, these easy mini sandwiches are the hit of every gathering. Kids, adults, everyone loves them. Donāt say I didnāt warn you! Made with amore, Elenaš. āļø MAKE THIS RECIPEā If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a āļørating 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,
READ POSTšNew Recipe: Surprise! A Mouthwatering Cozy Fall Pasta You Canāt Miss...
12 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao 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, itāll be your seasonal go-to. Made with amore, Elenaš. āļø DIVE INTO THIS RECIPEā If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a āļørating 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,
READ POSTšNew Recipe: Once You Try This, Youāll Never Make Ordinary Meatloaf Again (guaranteed!!)...
13 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao Reader! This isnāt your average MEATLOAF! Itās my Italian Polpettone, packed with rich beef, pork, melting cheese (and yes, even my meat-lover husband approved it as āthe best ever!ā). One slice and youāll see whyā¦Made with amore, Elenaš. āļø MAKE THIS RECIPEā If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a āļørating 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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10/26/25 š½MEAL PLAN: What Cooking Taught Me About Letting Go š (yummy recipes inside)...
16 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min readCiao Reader! As I watch the golden leaves fall and the trees grow bare, Iām reminded of something James Clear wrote: āIf 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 whatās 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 Amoreš, Elena. ⨠Letās start with a recipe you...
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