Emma Schweitzer 
Oh my goodness, if you’ve never tried Olive Ascolane, you’re in for the most delicious surprise! These little fried stuffed olives are one of my absolute favorite Italian appetizers—crispy on …
Nothing says “holiday party” like a beautiful Yule log—but who says it has to be sweet? Meet my favorite festive twist: the Tronchetto di Natale Salato, Italy’s answer to a …
Oh, vol-au-vent ripieni—just saying it makes me feel fancy! These little puff pastry wonders hail from France, where they’ve been impressing dinner guests for ages. Picture this: golden, buttery shells …
Oh, lasagna bianca—how do I love thee? Let me count the ways! This creamy, dreamy white lasagna is my go-to comfort food when I want something rich but not too …
Oh, let me tell you about my absolute favorite comfort food – Cappelletti in Brodo! There’s nothing quite like these little stuffed pasta parcels swimming in a steaming, flavorful broth. …
Oh, let me tell you about my absolute favorite way to impress dinner guests—Risotto allo Champagne! This luxurious Italian dish turns simple Arborio rice into something truly magical with the …
Oh, Gnocchi al Salmone—just saying the name makes my mouth water! I first fell in love with this dish at a tiny trattoria in Rome, where the creamy sauce clung …
Oh, do I have a treat for you today! Agnolotti del Plin is one of those dishes that makes my Italian heart sing—it’s like a little hug from Piedmont. These …
Oh, let me tell you about my absolute favorite comfort food – this Pasta al Forno with mini meatballs! I’ve been making this baked ziti Southern-style for years, ever since …
There’s something magical about how Italian cooking turns just a few humble ingredients into pure comfort food. Take Ravioli Burro e Salvia—buttery, sage-kissed pillows of pasta that taste like a …