*This shop has been compensated by Basic Invite. All opinions are mine alone. #basicinvite I love summer entertaining whether it be a simple backyard BBQ, a really fun clambake or hosting a milestone celebration. Today I’m sharing with you my really simple, tasty and colorful Italian Tomato Cucumber Pasta Salad PLUS The Perfect Party Invite! I …
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Lemon Basil Pasta Salad with Asparagus & Tomato
The weather is finally warming up and I am super excited for outdoor entertaining! This Lemon Basil Pasta Salad with Asparagus & Tomato is bursting with flavor and the perfect addition to any summer get together! I don’t know how things have been where you live but can I tell you, here in NJ the winter…
Baked Gnocchi with Fontina & Spinach
Those homemade ricotta gnocchi I shared the other day were turned into this absolutely decadent Baked Gnocchi with Fontina & Spinach. This is the kind of dish you’d find in an GREAT Italian restaurant but you can totally make right at home! Creamy, cheesy, perfection! I don’t think I can truly express how much my…
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi
Maybe its the cooler weather but I’ve been playing with making fresh pasta more often lately. I’ve made pappardelle, fun squares for soup and today I’m sharing with you my Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi. Theres something very satisfying making these gnocchi- they are beautiful and delicious. I’ve been wanting to make Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi for awhile now. Gnocchi are…
Tortellini with Butternut Squash, Spinach & Pancetta
This Tortellini with Butternut Squash, Spinach & Pancetta just looks like how Fall tastes doesn’t it? Starting with Italian pancetta infuses so much flavor into this pasta dish. The mild sweetness of the squash, the hearty spinach and those incredible cheese lovers tortellini. I can’t get enough of this one! I think we all know how…
Tortellini Pomodoro
I have been so lucky to have a good crop of San Marzano tomatoes in the garden. This Tortellini Pomodoro has quickly become a go to meal around here. Its simple to make, fast to throw together and so incredibly fresh and delicious! This is the simple Italian I love! I truly believe that some…