Burrata Toast

September 24, 2023 Amanda Plott

This Burrata Toast is an extraordinary dish that combines a medley of heavenly flavors and delightful textures. Every bite of this delectable creation is like a symphony for the taste buds. It all begins with a thick slice of crusty sourdough bread that is toasted to a perfect golden brown, adding a satisfying crunch to each mouthwatering bite.

But the true star of the show is the luxurious burrata cheese, which boasts a creamy, velvety texture that oozes decadently with every luscious morsel. To further elevate this toast to greatness, it is adorned with gorgeous, vibrant ripe tomatoes that burst with a juicy sweetness. The fragrant basil leaves lend their herbaceous notes, adding a refreshing element to the whole ensemble. And let's not forget the final touch—the elegant drizzle of balsamic glaze, which creates a beautiful contrast of tangy and slightly sweet flavors…

Spinach Stuffed Shells

September 17, 2023 Amanda Plott

Spinach Stuffed Shells are a delightful vegetarian dish. These jumbo pasta shells serve as the perfect vessel for a cheesy veggie-full filling that is sure to please any palate. Picture biting into one of these shells and experiencing a delightful blend of textures and flavors that dance across your taste buds.

The chopped spinach is combined with a fat free creamy ricotta cheese, creates a harmonious blend guaranteed to satisfy even the most picky of eaters. As these delectable stuffed shells bake in a spaghetti sauce, the fragrant aroma fills your kitchen, building anticipation with every passing minute. The result?…

Beef Braciole

July 16, 2023 Amanda Plott

Beef braciole is more than just a dish; it's a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Italy. This traditional Italian favorite never fails to impress with its exquisite flavors and irresistible textures.

At the core of this mouthwatering dish lies thinly sliced beef, prepared with some care to ensure tenderness. But what truly sets beef braciole apart is the cheesy stuffing that takes it to another level. A symphony of breadcrumbs, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs harmoniously blend together to create a savory sensation that will leave you craving more…

5 Ingredient Tortellini & Vodka Sauce

May 19, 2023 Amanda Plott

It doesn’t get much more simple for dinner than this 5 Ingredient Tortellini & Vodka Sauce. That’s right, it’s just 5 ingredients and a few minutes of cooking until this meal in a bowl is ready to go for the family. You can easily swap some of the ingredients out to make this dinner into your own thing. Even changing the sauce would make the dish completely different from what I have here.

I went with a fully cooked chicken sausage that had Italian herbs and seasoning in it, but really you could go any which way with it as you wanted. Another good one would be a a sausage with feta cheese for a Greek twist or something with a spicy kick and a nod to something more Cajun…

Skinny Antipasto Pasta Salad

March 5, 2023 Amanda Plott

I've been making Antipasto Pasta Salad for almost my entire adult life. It's one of those things that is readily asked for in the Spring and Summer in my house and everyone can find something about it at that they love!

The original idea for this pasta salad came some years ago back when I was in high school. There was a great italian restaurant that we used to go to on occasion that served something similar as an appetizer and we were all hooked on it…

Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli

February 11, 2023 Amanda Plott

These Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli are not only easy to make, but they’re pretty damn good too! I took some refrigerated raviolis that happened to be on theme this month, and I decided to see if air frying them would get the same effect as frying or toasting would. And it absolutely does! The ravioli turn out crisp on the outside and melty cheesy on the inside. Perfect for dipping and dunking into your favorite pasta sauce.

They can be served as a pain part of dinner or as a side, snack, or hot appetizer. I lightened them up by using a whole wheat bread crumb and of course by using the air fryer rather than deep frying. I found too, by seasoning the egg mixture rather than the crumb mixture you get a lot more even seasoning and the seasoning is locked in with the breadcrumbs!…