Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad is a light and refreshing salad, made with orzo pasta, grape tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil. This easy orzo pasta salad is so quick to make, perfect to take to a picnic or get-together. This tomato mozzarella pasta salad, also called Caprese Pasta Salad is one of our favorite! With all…
Italian Recipes
Italian food such as pasta and soup is fast, easy and a favorite for all. From everybody's favorite Penne in Tomato Cream Sauce to Spinach Artichoke Lasagna, to a healthy Minestrone Soup, these delicious recipes are sure to satisfying your craving!
Vegetarian Fajita Pasta – Instant Pot & Stovetop
Loaded with veggies and lots of flavor, this Vegetarian Fajita Pasta is our favorite pasta dinner. Fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, colorful bell peppers, sour cream and cheese make this a healthier pasta dish. Make it as a one-pot dish in the Instant Pot or Stovetop. Enjoy topped with cilantro and avocado. This recipe is sponsored…
Gnocchi with Basil Pesto
A quick and delicious meal, Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce. This can be prepared in less than 20 minutes for a tasty satisfying dinner for those busy weeknights. Want to have a quick and easy dinner? This Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce falls perfectly in to the category of “quick and easy”. All you need is a…
Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Lasagna
A healthy vegetarian lasagna with lots of fresh spinach, artichokes and cheese layered between noodles. Step out of your comfort zone and try this delicious pressure cooked lasagna in the instant pot! This recipe is sponsored by Reese Specialty Products. The recipe, writeup and opinions are my own. I am sure you never thought you…
Instant Pot Spaghetti in Pesto Sauce
Spaghetti tossed in pesto sauce along with sun-dried tomatoes and a drizzle of lemon juice. Make this as a one-pot dish in just 20 minutes in the Instant Pot. This is my favorite way to eat spaghetti! Pesto sauce in pasta is the ONLY way my family loves pasta. There was a time, when my…
Basil Walnut Pesto
Fresh Basil Walnut Pesto can be made in 10 minutes with just 5 ingredients – Fresh basil leaves, walnuts, garlic, romano (or parmesan) and olive oil. Along with the awesome warm weather come fresh fruits, veggies and herbs. Whenever I visit Trader Joe’s there are so many basil plants for sale before even entering…
Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza – Air Fryer / Oven
Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza made with marinated paneer, red peppers, onions, grape tomatoes, in an Air Fryer or Oven. This is a delicious and quick fusion pizza for the times when you are craving pizza! Vegetarian, easy and convenient. Vary it with toppings of your choice. Looks delicious? It really is! The left one in…
Minestrone Soup – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
A perfect soup that is a complete meal in itself – Beans, loads of veggies and pasta, topped with cheese and a side of bread. Vegetarian friendly and can easily be made gluten-free and vegan. Fall is in full swing, although not so much in California yet. But I am still craving soup! So here…
Penne Pasta in Tomato Cream Sauce – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
One-pot Penne in Tomato Cream sauce made in Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker. This is a very quick and easy meal, perfect for weeknights. A favorite for both kids and adults, and a great option for gatherings. It takes maximum 20 minutes from start to finish. Pair it with a soup or salad for a perfect…
Cheese Tortellini – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
15 minutes to cook perfect Cheese Tortellini in the Instant Pot (Pressure Cooker). This recipe is a healthy version of cheese tortellini, with loads of fresh vegetables. This is a simple dish that you can cook for a comfort meal, and is also great for entertaining. In this recipe, we will make cheese tortellini in the Instant…
