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.
Cavatappi and Cheese, Baby!
This Mac and Cheese is a cozy, nostalgic twist on the ultimate comfort classic. Curly cavatappi noodles are wrapped in a velvety blend of sharp cheddar, aged Gouda, Gruyère, and Parmesan, with smoked paprika adding a warm, savory depth. Baked under a golden, buttery panko topping, it delivers the perfect balance of creaminess and crunch. Each bite is rich, comforting, and irresistibly cozy — the kind of dish that feels both familiar and a little extra special every time it hits the table.
Powerhouse Greens & Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Pumpkin Marinara
These Powerhouse Greens & Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Pumpkin Marinara give classic baked shells a cozy fall makeover. Creamy ricotta (or cottage cheese) and finely chopped organicgirl Powerhouse Greens fill tender jumbo shells, all baked in a rich pumpkin-tomato marinara. Hearty, wholesome, and full of seasonal flavor — it’s comfort food that nourishes body and soul.
Basic Fresh Pasta
There’s nothing like the silky texture and rich flavor of fresh pasta made from scratch. This recipe uses simple ingredients and a Marcato pasta machine to roll the dough to the perfect thickness, then cut it into delicate ribbons. Whether you're making fettuccine, tagliolini, or sheets for lasagna, this method delivers pasta that cooks in minutes and tastes like a dream.
Weeknight Bolognese
Weeknight bolognese: for when you can’t be bothered to cook more than 30 minutes!
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!
Sweet Corn & Sage Agnolotti
A sweet corn and sage agnolotti to swoop you into fall flavors with the best of late summer's produce.
Beetroot Goat Cheese Pasta
Beetroot Goat Cheese Pasta is basically heaven on Earth. Make this for your Valentine this year and they will be singing your praises!
Pesto Lasagna
Two ingredients that make this recipe shine are homemade pesto sauce and cottage cheese. Substituting cottage cheese for ricotta adds protein and enhances the overall texture of the lasagna. This lasagna is perfect to make ahead for hosting and holidays because you can make ahead and then pop it in the oven in advance while you drink and eat and be merry :)
Valentine’s Day Menu
Simple, effortless Italian-inspired Valentine’s Day menu for your special night! Plus a printable PDF grocery list to make your shopping a no brainer.