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…
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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…
Meatball Parm Skewers PLUS a Giveway
Hey all! Hope you guys had a great weekend! As you may know, I’ve been so busy moving into our new home but I have to say it is looking amazing! Today I’m sharing with you the very first dish I cooked in my new kitchen and boy is it delicious! As a thank you…
Caprese Salad with Basil Oil
Caprese Salad with Basil Oil just screams Summer to me. Its simple and especially wonderful when you can get local grown produce. Like I’ve mentioned before, I love my garden and while I don’t yet have tomatoes ready to pick, I do have lots of basil! Fresh picked basil is a beautiful thing, and…
Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce with Spaghetti
It was 5 pm Friday night when the hubby came home from work and asked, “so whats for dinner?”. The kiddos were at my moms house after we all spent the good part of the day at the mall wedding dress shopping for grandma… always an adventure! So my response to the question, ummm i’ll…
