Blueberry-Almond Cake
This little loaf cake is simple to throw together, and yields delicious results. The almond flour lends a moist and rich crumb, while the…
Snacks
Ligurian focaccia
Here is my highly-requested recipe for Ligurian focaccia! Be sure to use the best-quality, mild tasting extra virgin olive oil you can find. The…
Healthy chocolate chip muffins
Juanita started 2nd grade today, she bravely marched off to school this morning with her oversized backpack and several less teeth than last…
Strawberry-Lemon Scones
There is a bit of confusion surrounding the definition of “scones” and (as usual) when there is any misunderstanding within the English language, it’s America’s…
Sweet & Spicy Almonds
Here is the third and final recipe I prepared for a collaboration with the Almond Board of California. These roasted almonds make for a festive…
Almond-Date Energy Bites
Here is another quick and easy recipe that I created for my collaboration with the Almond Board of California. We have some hectic days…
Banana – Chocolate Chip Muffins
I can never seem to buy the right quantity of bananas: I either buy too few and suddenly find myself (gasp!) sans-banana in a…
Snowball cookies with walnuts
Can you believe we only have 40 days until Christmas? I just got back from Texas, where I was too busy horseback riding in t-shirts…
Cornbread
Cornbread (Pane di Mais) 1 1/2 cups (210 g) flour 1 cup (150 g) yellow cornmeal 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda…
Banana meringue pudding
Banana pudding is an important part of an American childhood, and mine is no different. Silky layers of homemade custard, fresh banana slices and softened cookies…
Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
If the name itself isn’t enough to make you fall in love with this dressing, just wait until you taste it. The original recipe,…
Watermelon skewers with avocado and feta
These delicious and beautiful skewers are a fresh and fun accompaniment to a light summer meal, an outdoor barbecue or picnic lunch on the beach. The…
Hummus
Hummus has been a staple in my house since I was a child, and I can hardly imagine my life without it. It’a a…
Grilled pineapple and Speck Sandwich with Fresh Mozzarella and Zucchini Flowers
Here is the recipe for my “panino solidale” created in the occasion of a charitable event organized by Panini Durini and HUG – Tap to donate. Myself, …
Coconut-maple granola
Coconut-maple granola 1/4 cup (25 g) wheat germ 3 cups (300 g) old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup (50 g) unsweetened flaked coconut 1 cup…