Simple dish, delicious flavors: Seared scallops, served atop polenta, a bed of fresh spinach and roasted veggies. Polenta: 4 cups water (salted, 1 tspn), 1 cup corn meal. Boil the salted water, add corn meal and whisk until creamy. Lower the heat, add 3 pats of butter, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, cook for 30…
Grilled Salmon
Print Grilled Salmon Author: this little italian Recipe type: Entree Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: 2 servings This simple grilled salmon recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner, especially if you’re in a rush! It only takes a few minutes to prep, 10 minutes on the grill and…
Bucatini, Fish Sauce with Mushrooms and Capers
Print Bucatini, Fish Sauce with Mushrooms and Capers Author: this little italian Recipe type: Pasta Cuisine: Italian Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 20 mins Serves: Serves 2 Fish sauce with mushrooms and capers is one of our family’s favorites. Served over Bucatini with a garnish of creamy Mascarpone cheese, it’s another…
Roasted Salmon: Dijon and Honey
Print Roasted Salmon: Dijon and Honey Author: this little italian Recipe type: Supper Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 25 mins Serves: Serves 2 Roasted Salmon coated in spicy Dijon mustard and sweet honey takes about 20 minutes in the oven – it’s a simple meal that packs great flavor! Ingredients 2 salmon…
Salmon – Honey Mustard
Print Salmon – Honey Mustard Author: this little italian Recipe type: Supper Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 40 mins Serves: 2 Honey-mustard salmon, baked in the oven is a quick and easy supper. Serve with roasted potatoes and a dollop of crème fraîche and fresh dill. Ingredients 2 salmon fillets (skin on)…
Linguine, Shrimp & Mushroom Bechamel
Print Linguine, Shrimp & Mushroom Bechamel Author: this little italian Recipe type: Pasta Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 25 mins Serves: Serves 4-6 Do you like Fettuccini Alfredo? I love it! Creamy pasta sauces are rich and tasty. Granted, I don’t eat it everyday, only occasionally when I’m craving something luscious! Linguine,…
Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp and Veggies
Print Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp and Veggies Author: this little italian Recipe type: Lunch or Supper Cuisine: Thai Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 45 mins Serves: 4 Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp and Veggies is a mildly spicy dish. You can turn up the heat by adding more curry paste. You can also make…
Octopus Salad
Print Octopus Salad Author: this little italian Recipe type: Salad Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 2 hours Total time: 2 hours 15 mins Serves: Serves 2 This cool and flavorful octopus salad is divine – make it on a warm sunny day and dine alfresco! Ingredients 3 lbs of octopus tentacles 1 cup of white…
Shrimp Quesadilla
Print Shrimp Quesadilla Author: this little italian Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 15 mins Total time: 30 mins Serves: Serves 4 Shrimp quesadillas can be served up as an appetizer, lunch or even a light supper. Make these as mild or spicy as you like and wash it down with a delicious, homemade margarita! Ingredients…
Shrimp and Black Bean Quinoa Bowl
Print Shrimp and Black Bean Quinoa Bowl Author: this little italian Recipe type: Entree Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 40 mins Serves: Serves 2 This spicy shrimp and black bean quinoa bowl is a quick and easy recipe. Serve it up for lunch or supper any day of the week! Ingredients 2…
