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Full menus Nobody escapes the equation “rainy Saturday morning = IKEA run” 🇸🇪. So if you grab a quick bite at the Swedish fast-food counter for lunch, why not keep the theme going all day with a cute little Swedish dinner that's easy to pull off and actually fun? Watch out for the drink, though: I'll leave it in for the full Swedish experience, but a lingonberry cordial with dinner might be a bold choice. Personally, I skip it, but the final call is yours!
One-dish meals Who said a big salad has to mean sad lettuce leaves and getting hungry again half an hour later? Make this one for dinner, then bring the leftovers to the office or to class — pure bliss guaranteed!
Risottos Fall and Halloween only mean one thing: PUMPKIN! And for a risotto lover like me, this one's a must-make! My twist on the classic pumpkin-and-speck pairing holds its own against the original! Let's get cooking, clueless cooks!
Pasta dishes A dish that's pure Bari: you either love broccoli rabe or you hate it! I love it made the simplest way, which to me is also the most delicate way (and the fastest too!). I use both the leaves and the florets, and skip the stems since they're a bit tough. It makes me feel right at home!
Full menus Let's run away to Mexico!!! In New York I ate tons of Tex-Mex. And well, some cravings just come home with you in your suitcase. 🌯 When I miss it, this is how I fix it: burritos, guacamole and something to drink. Whether it's for a party or a special little dinner at home, this is my menu to make people go "wow", even if you're a clueless cook!
Pasta dishes I threw this together with whatever was left in the fridge, and it turned out to be the perfect Monday lunch fix! Creamy and crunchy, you absolutely have to try it!
One-dish meals This golden, bubbly pasta gratin is a great dish to share: just a few ingredients and super versatile, since it also works for anyone who needs to steer clear of heavy or heavily spiced food. I made it with boiled veggies and no spices, and it was already delicious! You'll still find nutmeg and black pepper in the recipe, just for completeness.
One-dish meals My new favorite dish — I'm obsessed! A plant-based take on the famous chicken curry, dreamed up and leveled up by Giuliano (who's anything but a clueless cook!). It takes a pinch of focus, but even us clueless cooks can pull this off, I swear!
Pasta dishes This one's for anyone who loves mushrooms as much as I do! A few simple ingredients and a couple of easy tricks make this dish so much more than mushrooms stirred into cream. I absolutely love it!
Side dishes With this recipe they turn out per-fect-ly! The secret's right here, you'll never need to look anywhere else!
One-dish meals I hadn’t eaten them in ages and this version blew me away right away! It’s easy, though not exactly quick, and served with a bit of bread, it’s a complete meal that takes you right back to Grandma’s cooking!
One-dish meals An easy tart for a last-minute dinner or a snack to share, with just a few ingredients and hardly any effort.
Frittatas My go-to frittata: soft, fragrant and much more interesting than a plain egg dinner.
Risottos A rich, cozy risotto with brie and walnuts that tastes far fancier than the effort it takes.
Desserts A no-bake chocolate cookie cake finished with ganache: simple, nostalgic and always a crowd-pleaser.
Pasta dishes Cozy, filling and flexible: one of the best ways to turn lentils into dinner.
Pasta dishes Bari pride on a plate!
Appetizers A very easy last-minute holiday nibble that still looks properly festive.
Salads A quick salad that's pretty, tasty, and perfect for using up what's in your fridge. A must for feta lovers!
Frittatas Spanish tortilla: potato, onion and eggs in one of the most reliable combinations on earth.
Desserts Delicious and vegan! I scaled it up to 28 servings (not without drama) and it won everyone over.
Desserts Just like the ones in the movies!
Pasta dishes Because we all got caught up in the fall mood and bought a pumpkin we can't seem to finish!! This one's for using up the last bits: just a few ingredients, ready in a flash, and packed with flavor!
Desserts A soft, simple pumpkin cake that is perfect when you have cooked pumpkin to use up.
Desserts To use up that coconut milk that just never runs out!
Pestos, sauces and dips The peppier the arugula, the better!
Desserts A fresh no-bake strawberry cheesecake that looks special without being difficult to make.
Basic preparations These are the winning ratios for a cheesecake with zero sour edge!
Side dishes Quick and moreish side!
Pestos, sauces and dips Creamy, fragrant, and super easy to whip up at home.
Pasta dishes Feta never lets you down!
Pasta dishes Proof that a comforting pasta sauce can absolutely go plant-based without losing character.
Basic preparations The perfect base for nigiri, maki, uramaki and chirashi.
Desserts To use up the egg whites from your carbonara!
Desserts A bit like cheesecake, but with a more patisserie-style twist!
One-dish meals A cozy tofu curry with basmati rice: fragrant, creamy and weeknight-friendly.
Soups and veloutés A silky mushroom soup with deep flavor and very little fuss.
Main courses I improvised these and they came out absurdly good: big flavor, great looks, almost no effort.
Main courses They look just like classic breaded cutlets, taste delicious and have a wonderful crunch. I've surprised myself!
Desserts A more forgiving creme caramel cake: still impressive, much less stressful to make at home.
One-dish meals A cozy fondue workaround for Italian supermarkets: melty, forgiving, and much easier than it looks.
One-dish meals A reliable savory tart for using up zucchini, potatoes and whatever melty cheese you have around.
Desserts A simple, moist, fragrant cake that you'll happily eat for breakfast more than once.
One-dish meals My pantry-friendly take on tamago sando: creamy, fluffy and easy to pull off with supermarket ingredients.
Desserts Very simple, but it cuts a fine figure thanks to its softness and elegance!
Basic preparations A simple homemade vegetable broth you can build from whatever is already in the fridge.
Risottos Risotto for low-fridge days: flexible, cozy and still properly creamy even when you improvise.
One-dish meals The vegetable kids actually eat! This makes enough for a full dinner with just some bread on the side.
Pasta dishes An easy baked feta pasta with cherry tomatoes: creamy, quick and ideal for weeknights.
