Elena Davis - CucinaByElena 🍋

Ciao Reader! When fall arrives in Tuscany, everyone craves pappardelle con funghi, and my Pappardelle in Creamy Mushroom Sauce is my take. Wide ribbons of pappardelle get tossed in a silky mushroom sauce made with mascarpone and Parmigiano. It tastes restaurant-worthy, but it’s on the table in just 20 minutes! My little trick: stir a splash of pasta water into the sauce so it clings to every ribbon. Made with Amore, ♥️ Elena. ⭐️ RECIPE LINK ⭐️ 🍲 Fall Soup Recipes 🍂 🍂 Fall Dessert Recipes 🍂...

Ciao Reader! Fall weekends at our house mean attending multiple kids' soccer games and watching college football with my husband's family! Cozy sweaters, a crowded couch, and a table full of snacks like my famous Mexican Street Corn Dip. And of course, we sneak in a little soccer too, to keep those Italian roots going ⚽️. I love everything about this season: the food, the feelings, and being all together. Made with Amore, ♥️ Elena. FEATURED READER REVIEW: "I’ve made many baked Mac and cheese...

Ciao Reader! Fall weekends at our house mean attending multiple kids' soccer games and watching college football with my husband's family! Cozy sweaters, a crowded couch, and a table full of snacks like my famous Mexican Street Corn Dip. And of course, we sneak in a little soccer too, to keep those Italian roots going ⚽️. I love everything about this season: the food, the feelings, and being all together. Made with Amore, ♥️ Elena. FEATURED READER REVIEW: "I’ve made many baked Mac and cheese...

Ciao Reader! My Smashed Garlicky Herb Potatoes are tender Yukon Golds, smashed and roasted until crispy, then slathered in olive oil with garlic, parsley, and thyme. And if you're feeling extra special, there's a homemade aioli for dipping. Serve them with my Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon or Salmon Piccata for a dinner that feels like date night at home. If you make them, leave a comment and a ⭐️ rating on the post. I read every single one! Made with Amore, ♥️ Elena. ⭐️ RECIPE LINK ⭐️ 🍲 Fall...

Ciao Reader! My new Banana Cake feels a little more special than banana bread but is just as easy. Sour cream keeps it SO moist and tender, walnuts (optional) add crunch, and a little cinnamon makes it perfect for fall baking. Since I know many of you make my banana recipes each week, I made a place for you to keep coming back to them: RECIPES WITH OVERRIPE BANANAS- I'll keep adding to the list as I add more recipes. Any suggestions for me? Hit reply and let me know :). Made with Amore, ♥️...

Ciao Reader! My Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is juicy pork with garlic, rosemary, and thyme, wrapped in bacon and brushed with a honey-butter glaze. It looks elegant enough for the holidays but is ready in about 30 minutes. This recipe has been in my kitchen since I was a newlywed. It was one of the first "special dinners" I learned to make when we had friends over, and every time I make it, someone still asks for the recipe! Leave a comment and a ⭐️ rating on the post when you make it. It's...

Ciao Reader! We just got back from California, and my heart is so full. This trip is a tradition my husband's family started over 60 years ago, when his dad was just a little boy. We eat at the same places year after year, and every bite brings back memories. That's the magic of food, isn't it? It's one of the reasons I started sharing my recipes: to always stay close to Italy and my family there, even when we're miles apart most of the year. Tell me, what's a food tradition in your family?...

Ciao Reader! Everyone starts somewhere in the kitchen, and some of my favorite recipes are the simplest ones. That's why I put together 30+ Easy Recipes for Beginners. These dinners use simple ingredients and easy steps, but still taste like you've been cooking for years. Start with my one-pan Baked Chicken and Potatoes, with 41 five-star ratings! Or try the 10-minute Blackened Shrimp or Cacio e Pepe, Italy's true mac and cheese. 🧀 Know someone just learning to cook, like a college student, a...

Ciao Reader! My Creamy Polenta and Mushrooms is silky polenta topped with golden mushrooms sautéed in butter with onions and fresh sage. The mushrooms turn so savory they taste almost meaty, and it's all ready in 30 minutes. Serve it as a cozy vegetarian dinner with my Roasted Green Beans, or alongside my Juicy Pork Tenderloin. One reader asked if vegan butter works, and yes, absolutely! If you make it, leave a comment and a ⭐️ rating on the post. This one deserves more love! Made with Amore,...