Hi all, Today was a very busy day. I know that many of you are finishing school, and naturally are busy with final exams. Because, I was so busy, a quick but hearty snack was needed, so here you go: 10 Minute Mac and Cheese … Continue reading 10 Minute Mac and Cheese?
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Pasta Primavera: American Style
What you will need: 2 lbs. frozen spinach tortellini 4 chicken sausages 3 cups English peas 2 Tbsp. melted butter 1 tsp. minced garlic 1/4 cup Parmesan Cook sausage as directed. Boil 3 cups of water and add pasta. Reduce to simmer and cook for 3 mins. Brown garlic and half of your butter … Continue reading Pasta Primavera: American Style
Nerdcakes: A cute/dorky/yummy creation
We are almost at our school's midpoint! To celebrate, make these easy, affordable cupcakes for your kids! Nerdcakes! Makes about 24 cupcakes (1 hour) 1 box of devil's food cake mix 1 or 2 cans of buttercream frosting 1 bottle of pink decorating gel or decorating frosting Rainbow sprinkles Fun cupcake liners Bake … Continue reading Nerdcakes: A cute/dorky/yummy creation
Sunday Afternoon: Easy Italian Lunch
While on vacation, my family and I went a restaurant called Armando al Pantheon, conveniently located next to the Pantheon in Rome. A relative had recommended it, so we decided to give it a shot. Overall, it was pretty good. However, my Cacio e Pepe was over seasoned. My dad ordered a beef dish that he couldn't remember the name of, and it was AMAZING! We scoured the internet looking for the recipe. Finally, one day, he surprised us by making his own version: Beef Alla Roma with Cacio e Pepe and a spinach pomegranate salad:
How To Blanche Vegetables
What is blanching? A way to cook vegetables without making them soggy. Think of this technique as the “anti-aging cream” for food. Keep reading to find out how to make miracles in the kitchen…
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Fill a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes. Prepare a pot of cold water with a pinch of sea salt and set it to boil.
2. Cooking The Veggies
Once the pot is at a steady boil, drop in most of your veggies. Wait about 3 minutes then take the veggies out and plunge them into the bowl of ice and water.
3. That’s It
Enjoy!!

How To Blanche Vegetables
What is blanching? A way to cook vegetables without making them soggy. Think of this technique as the "anti-aging cream" for food. Keep reading to find out how to make miracles in the kitchen...
No Machine Mango Ice Cream
Making ice cream with a machine is such a hassle. Try this healthy alternative instead. Ingredients 2 cups of cubed frozen mango (I prefer Trader Joe's) 1 cup of milk 7 ice cubes 3/4 cup of plain greek yogurt (I prefer Fage) 2 Tbsp of powdered sugar Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
5 School Lunch Combos Kids Will Love
At schools, there are 4 kinds of lunches, The "Health Nut" (Quinoa, hemp, kale, etc.) The "Bought Lunch" (Cafeteria food like chicken nuggets) The "Good" lunches (Pasta, cool sandwiches, dessert) The "Average Joe" lunch (sandwich and chips) Here are 5 variations on the "Cool but Healthy" lunch that I guarantee they will enjoy... Bananarama Consists of Banana … Continue reading 5 School Lunch Combos Kids Will Love
Easy Italian Dinner: Pasta Alla Norma
On my recent trip to Italy, I took a cooking class at a Bed and Breakfast in Florence called La Stanze di Santa Croce. The woman running it, Mariangela, taught me how to make this simple Italian dinner. It combines the tangy tomatoes with fresh ricotta. Yum! According to Chef Mariangela, "This typical pasta from … Continue reading Easy Italian Dinner: Pasta Alla Norma
An Unexpected Meal in Venice, Italy
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