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Ciao Reader! Nothing compares to a perfectly ripe summer tomato. Whether you're picking them from your garden, bringing home a basket from the farmers' market, or simply can't resist buying too many at the store, this collection has you covered. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET THE RECIPES ⭐️ 🍋 BEST Lemon Recipes! 🍋 ⭐️ Best BBQ Recipes Here ⭐️ ⭐️ONE PAN DINNERS HERE ⭐️ 😋Have you tried one of my recipes? Please leave a comment and 🌟STAR rating on the recipe post- it helps my small online...

Ciao Reader! This rustic recipe takes me straight back to my childhood in Sardegna. Every summer, my Nonna would come home with the freshest zucchini from the local farm stand near our summer house. This was one of the first dishes she'd make with it. There was nothing fancy about it. Just sweet summer zucchini, onions, good olive oil, and a little patience. Somehow, those simple ingredients became one of the most comforting meals I remember. Today, I still make it the same way for my own...

Ciao Reader! There are some recipes that earn a permanent place in my kitchen, and this Creamy Pesto Sauce is one of them. It has all the fresh, vibrant flavor of classic basil pesto with a silky, creamy twist that coats every piece of pasta perfectly. It's rich without feeling heavy, comes together in about 10 minutes, and tastes like something you'd order at your favorite little trattoria in Italy. I love making this during the summer when fresh basil is overflowing in the garden or from...

Ciao Reader! Acqua Pazza, which means "crazy water," is one of those beautiful Italian recipes that reminds me why I love this cuisine so much. Fresh fish gently poaches in a light broth of tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, white wine, and herbs until it's perfectly tender. The broth is so flavorful you'll want plenty of crusty bread nearby to soak up every last drop. It's simple, fresh, and lets beautiful ingredients do all the work. That's the magic of cooking here in Italy. If you're looking...

Ciao Reader! Greetings from beautiful Sardegna 🌊! This week I made one of my favorite easy meals for my Italian family- Broccoli Sausage Orecchiette Pasta. There were 17 people around the table, and watching everyone go back for seconds made my heart so happy. To me, that's always the best compliment a recipe can receive. It was a perfect lunch for a long beach day☀️! It's a simple pasta made with a few humble and fresh ingredients, but that's the beauty of Italian cooking. Good ingredients,...

Ciao Reader! Sweet roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, crunchy nuts, and a bright dressing that makes every bite irresistible. It’s the kind of recipe that turns beets into something everyone wants to eat. I know you'll love this one! Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET RECIPE ⭐️ 🍋 BEST Lemon Recipes! 🍋 ⭐️ Best BBQ Recipes Here ⭐️ ⭐️ONE PAN DINNERS HERE ⭐️ 😋Have you tried one of my recipes? Please leave a comment and 🌟STAR rating on the recipe post- it helps my small online business. Grazie! If...

Ciao Reader! Peach season is here (I wish you could taste the ones we just picked here in Sardegna right now, wow!), and this Peach Upside Down Cake is one of the sweetest ways to enjoy it. Juicy peaches bake into a buttery brown sugar topping that turns glossy, golden, and almost caramel-like when flipped. Underneath is a soft, tender cake (made in one bowl) that feels simple enough for a Sunday afternoon and special enough to bring to a summer gathering. If you have ripe peaches sitting on...

Ciao Reader! Being born in Sardegna and living much of my life in the United States means my heart is always in two places during holidays! Last night we had our own little Fourth of July celebration in Sardegna. (see a photo!) I made my homemade burgers and famous burger sauce for about 20 family members, and they absolutely devoured them. It reminded me that no matter where you are in the world, good ingredients, a simple recipe, and a little amore will always bring people together around...

Ciao Reader! This fresh pearl couscous salad is colorful, make-ahead friendly, and the perfect addition to your 🇺🇸 Fourth of July table, summer BBQ, or neighborhood potluck. Made with Amore ♥️, Elena. ⭐️ GET RECIPE ⭐️ 🍋 BEST Lemon Recipes! 🍋 ⭐️ Best BBQ Recipes Here ⭐️ ⭐️ONE PAN DINNERS HERE ⭐️ 😋Have you tried one of my recipes? Please leave a comment and 🌟STAR rating on the recipe post- it helps my small online business. Grazie! If you made a recipe and LOVED IT, please leave a ⭐️rating and...