Oh how I love this recipe. Pasta (traditionally spaghetti) and Meatballs can bring a family together in no time.
This is our super secret recipe that needs to be shared.
It started with a basic Provenzano family meatball recipe. But just like anything else the recipe has evolved. The basics are still there, I just modified some things that… Read more
Collecting and creating works of art in my home has often been a challenge for me. There are so many styles that I like and it’s hard for me to stick to one or even a few.
Over the past 5 years I have trended towards a light and airy palette with taupe, gray, beige, and white and splashes… Read more
Asparagus is one of my favorite sides for steak, seafood, and even for pasta.
This recipe is for a neat little sauce with it’s origins from Liguria which has a ton of green sauces and pesto dishes.
Liguria is where pesto is originally from and is one of the most popular sauces in Italian cuisine.
Liguria is a coastal… Read more
This is one of my favorite spreads that I like to serve with appetizers.
I think it’s healthy and full of protein and pairs well with a crudite platter.
Instead of grabbing chickpeas or a store bought hummus opt for a can of cannellini beans and make a fast and easy puree.
Cannellini beans are large with a… Read more
When I think of Valentine’s Day I immediately think of homemade cards.
I feel like it should be something beautiful and different that is created instead of store bought.
This year I decided on red and white Valentine’s Day Cards.
I used scalloped white paper stationary (found in the wedding section of a craft store) folded in half. I went… Read more
If you have to drastically reduce dairy for health reasons or are going vegan, then you’ll need to know what dairy-free options you can try.
Most dairy products are filled with fat and cholesterol and may be causing you some ailments caused by a dairy sensitivity. A brief break of dairy will often help to relieve many health conditions. If… Read more
I decided to try the Italian Cream Cake recipe in a Bundt Pan. Just to see how it would turn out.
I feel like this bundt version of the cake saves you time with the icing since you are not trying to ice 3 layers.
Bundt Notes: I used the Nordic Ware Platinum Non-stick Cast Aluminum Fleur De Lis… Read more
King Cakes are out and about and I thought it would be fun to create a King Cake Trifle that is layered with a Chantilly custard, blueberries and topped off with whipped cream and sprinkles.
The King Cake is part of a Carnival Tradition (also known as Mardi Gras) that you will find throughout the Gulf Coast… Read more
January 6 is the Twelfth Night and the official start of Carnival!
Last year today, Carrie and I were in New Orleans, Louisiana (Nola) helping to plan the Mom 2.0 Summit and the city was in a frenzy. The twelfth night is a huge deal here. What does the Twelfth night mean exactly? Long story super short, it’s the 12th… Read more
In 2011 I decided to start Conquering Intimidating Dishes and challenge myself in the kitchen.
I’ve had so much fun with this series and I can’t wait to plan out my next set of challenges for 2012.
Here’s what was Conquered in 2011 and how they might fit into your daily life!
