Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and almonds

In Italy we call them “cavolini “ or “cavoletti”, but the result is the same! Today we’re having these goodnesses rich in vitamin C and beta-carotene. Celebration time is over… , so let’s start the season with healthy and genuine products!   SERVES 4 PEOPLE READY IN 15′   INGREDIENTS: 7 oz Brussels sprouts Water […]

Stewed octopus (“alla luciana”)

Anyone who knows me knows that I really L-O-V-E stewed preparations, especially those with fish: so juicy and succulent, ideal for “scarpetta”! The best way to cook octopus, a very tender and even unexpectedly lean fish, is stew with tomato, olives and capers.     Ode to Naples and its food! The so-called “luciana-style octopus” doesn’t refer […]

Spinach meatloaf

The green spiral? Sure, you can do it by yourself at home! It’s easy, tasty and healthy! If you cook homemade food you take care of your health because you really know what you eat!  This meatloaf is delicious and very practical: you can cook it in advance and reheat at dinner time!   SERVES […]

Red wine braised beef

Today we’re having a real classic: braised beef in red wine! A very tender sliced meat delicious with its  velvet sauce. Result? I hope you’ve brought your appetite! I like making it in advance, slicing and freezing to make sure I could have it every time I feel like eating it! like it! This is […]