Instant Pot Corned Beef – There’s something incredibly comforting about the aroma of simmering corned beef. Growing up, my grandmother would only make it once or twice a year—usually for St. Patrick’s Day or a big Sunday dinner. But these days, with the Instant Pot, I make this dish all year round, especially in summer … Read more
Growing up in a family that gathered every summer around a fire pit, the smoky scent of grilled meat is as nostalgic as it is irresistible. One of my earliest kitchen memories is watching my grandfather, a proud carnivore, shape ground beef by hand and slow-smoke it to juicy perfection. Inspired by those long summer … Read more
A Sizzling American Classic That’s Perfect for Outdoor Feasts There’s something magical about summer meals cooked outdoors or enjoyed under the sun — the sizzle, the smoky aroma, and the burst of garden-fresh flavors. This smoked beef sausage recipe is one of those dishes that instantly brings back memories of my childhood summers, where my … Read more
Introduction: From Grandma’s Farmhouse to Your Summer Adventures There’s something magical about the smell of teriyaki beef jerky slowly drying in the summer sun—or in a low oven, if you’re short on time. Growing up, my Nonna didn’t make jerky herself (she was more about ravioli and ragu), but living in the U.S. introduced me … Read more
A Taste of Home, Slow-Cooked to Perfection When the sun is out and the days are long, there’s something comforting about knowing dinner is simmering away in the crockpot while you’re out enjoying the warmth. This summer crockpot ground beef chili is a nostalgic recipe that reminds me of summers spent at my grandmother’s house … Read more
Introduction: Grandma’s No-Fuss Chicken Secret Growing up, my Italian-American grandmother had a magical way of turning the simplest ingredients into feasts. One trick I never forgot? She always kept a stash of chicken in the freezer. “You never know who might drop by hungry,” she’d say. And when guests arrived unannounced, she had no problem … Read more
Introduction: Smoky Summers and Backyard Memories There’s something magical about summer—the warm breeze, the scent of charcoal in the air, and the slow, satisfying sizzle of meat on the smoker. Growing up, summer weekends in our backyard were defined by the hypnotic aroma of smoked chicken, a tradition passed down from my grandfather, who believed … Read more
Introduction: A Kitchen Dilemma We All Know You’ve just remembered you forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer. Dinner is a few hours away, and you’re staring at a frosty bird that feels more like a brick. Sound familiar? Trust me, I’ve been there. Back in my grandmother’s cozy Italian kitchen, we always … Read more
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15–20 mins Total Time: 20–25 mins Serves: Varies (based on amount boiled) Ingredients: Instructions: 1. Prep the Chicken 2. Choose Your Liquid 3. Bring to a Boil 4. Reduce to Simmer 5. Check for Doneness 6. Let Rest Flavor Boost: Aromatics & Seasonings Want to add depth to your … Read more
There’s something magical about a perfectly fried piece of chicken. Growing up, my summers were filled with backyard cookouts, lemonade stands, and the unforgettable aroma of crispy chicken sizzling in hot oil. This Crown Fried Chicken recipe is my tribute to those golden summer days in the U.S.—a crunchy, juicy, flavor-packed chicken that’s perfect for … Read more