Recipe Blog
Jo’s Spicy Tomato Mascarpone Pasta
Spicy, creamy, and comforting, this easy tomato mascarpone pasta combines passata, red wine, pancetta, fresh herbs, and mascarpone for a silky sauce inspired by the simple dinners I made during culinary school in Florence.
Green Goddess Whipped Feta Dip
Creamy, herby, and tangy, this Green Goddess Whipped Feta Dip is loaded with fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic, then finished with hot honey and olive oil for the perfect sweet-savory bite.
Crispy Corn Fritters w/ Spiced Crema
Crispy, golden, and packed with sweet corn, these easy corn fritters are loaded with jalapeño, cotija, fresh herbs, and lime, then served with a smoky spiced crema for dipping.
Mini Pistachio Olive Oil Cakes w/ Amarena Cherry Buttercream
Tender, nutty, and beautifully moist, these mini pistachio olive oil cakes are topped with fluffy Amarena cherry buttercream for an elegant, sweet-tart finish with a hint of amaretto.
Braciolentini – Italian Sirloin Beef Rolls with Provolone & Pecorino
Savory, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these braciolentini are thinly sliced beef rolls coated in a garlicky Pecorino breadcrumb mixture and wrapped around melty provolone for an irresistible Italian-inspired bite.
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cake w/ Salted Honey Peanut Butter Filling
Rich, chocolatey, and irresistibly decadent, this chocolate peanut butter cup cake is layered with creamy peanut butter filling and silky dark chocolate ganache for the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat.
Roasted Honey Nut Squash & Pesto Arugula Flatbread
A cozy-meets-bright flatbread topped with roasted honey nut squash, creamy goat cheese, vibrant walnut pesto, and fresh Organicgirl Baby Arugula. This seasonal recipe bridges summer herbs with fall comfort — easy enough for a weeknight, yet beautiful enough to impress.
Pumpkin Chai Vanilla Bean Muffins
These Pumpkin Chai Vanilla Bean Muffins are the ultimate cozy fall bake — soft, spiced, and finished with a silky cream cheese chai glaze. Made with nutty browned butter and Rising Star Baking’s Vanilla Bean Paste and Extract, each bite is rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced. Whether you’re baking for brunch or a crisp autumn morning, these bakery-style muffins bring warmth and fall flavor to every bite.
Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes w/ Homemade Lemon Curd
Bright, fluffy, and bursting with citrusy flavor, these Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes are a brunch-worthy upgrade on a classic stack. Made with Dilettoso’s gluten-free Va Va Vanilla mix, they’re soft, tender, and packed with warm vanilla notes. A swirl of homemade lemon curd and a dollop of freshly whipped cream take these pancakes to the next level of indulgence—perfect for slow mornings, spring brunches, or any time you want a little sunshine on your plate!
Little Gems Summer Stone Fruit Salad
Celebrate peak summer produce with this Little Gems Summer Stone Fruit Salad—a vibrant mix of crisp little gem lettuce, juicy peaches and plums, creamy burrata, and a drizzle of bright, tangy vinaigrette. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and refreshing, making it an effortless side dish or light main for warm-weather dining. Simple, seasonal, and stunning on the table!
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap
Meet your new favorite on-the-go lunch! This Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap takes all the classic flavors of a crisp Caesar salad—juicy grilled chicken, crunchy romaine, tangy Parmesan, and creamy Caesar dressing—and tucks them neatly into a soft tortilla. Perfect for busy weekdays, meal prep, or a fresh summer bite, it’s a simple yet flavorful wrap that’s both satisfying and portable.
Lemon Parsley Shrimp Rigatoni
Lemon Parsley Shrimp Rigatoni. This may seem like a summer dish (and of course, you can make this anytime you want), but this is such an easy and delicious option for a winter-time meal. Unlike other recipes you will see with lots of cream and butter, this pasta is light and can be made with frozen, ready-to-cook shrimp to make things even easier!
Roasted Beets with Honeyed Goat Cheese
Warm roasted beets with honeyed goat cheese, toasted pine nuts, and chives. A great interchangeable no-recipe recipe for your spring and summer tables!
Sumac-Espresso Rubbed Lamb Chops w/ Garlic Scape Pesto
Tangy sumac and rich espresso-coated lamb chops atop a zingy garlic scape pesto for your springtime tables!
Curried Zucchini Fritters
Zucchini fritters… with a twist - curry powder! Upgrade your appetizer game with these easy, pan-fried fritters while ALSO getting your veggies in.
OJ-Marinated Chicken Street Tacos
OJ-marinated chicken street tacos with jicama wraps and micro cilantro. Doesn’t get much more flavorful than that!
Filo Feta Bites
The quickest, most elegant appetizers for your next dinner party, or even just a delicious, low-effort snack - these feta bites wrapped in file dough and touched with honey are creamy, tangy, and calling your name!
Lemon Blackberry Shortcakes
My love letter to summer - lemon blackberry shortcakes. A spin off of the traditional strawberry shortcake and my, oh my, are they delectable.