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Homemade Italian Herb Seasoning

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024January 12, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

Make your own Italian seasoning and save money. This is a basic blend of herbs, along with some optional garlic powder.

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Authentic Italian Salad Dressing

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024January 12, 2024Leave a Comment3 min read

This zesty Italian salad dressing is the only one you’ll need for your salads! Learn how to make it and see the many variations and uses!

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Italian Ricotta Cookies

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024January 11, 2024Leave a Comment3 min read

Your friends and family will fall in love with these soft, cake-like Italian ricotta cookies! They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion!

Instant Pot Italian beef sandwich with provolone cheese

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Instant Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024January 9, 2024Leave a Comment2 min read

Tender, delicious Instant Pot Italian beef sandwiches are ready to serve in about 90 minutes! Top these fabulous sandwiches with giardiniera, pepperoncini, and provolone cheese.

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Light Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024January 2, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

This great-tasting garlic shrimp is lighter than the usual shrimp scampi combination. It’s made with less butter and olive oil and lots of garlic.

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Crusty Focaccia With Olives Recipe

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024December 31, 2023Leave a Comment2 min read

Focaccia is a fantastic, crusty Italian bread typically leavened with …

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Easy Pour Pizza

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024December 30, 2023Leave a Comment1 min read

This pizza is a game changer! Just pour the dough mixture in the pan and add the toppings!

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Easy Homemade Ciabatta Bread

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024December 30, 2023Leave a Comment1 min read

This homemade ciabatta bread is surprisingly easy and takes very little hands-on time. The no-knead bread makes fantastic sandwiches (panini) and toast.

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Airy No-Knead Focaccia

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024December 28, 2023Leave a Comment3 min read

Easy no-knead focaccia is the perfect easy bread to bake to go with a spaghetti dinner, Alfredo, or any other meal! You can even split this thick focaccia and make sandwiches!

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Crostini With Parmesan Cheese

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024December 20, 2023Leave a Comment1 min read

These oven-toasted crostini make an excellent snack to serve with toppings. Or serve the crostini with soup or as croutons.