This classic Italian octopus pasta is packed with seafood flavor and made with just 7 simple ingredients! It's a must-try for pasta lovers! This octopus pasta is a classic seafood pasta we love in Italy, especially in the summer when fresh seafood is at its best! It’s a traditional dish from southern Italy, and in Sicily—where I’m from—we make... Read More The post Octopus Pasta appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

Smooth, creamy chocolate ricotta cheesecake with dark chocolate and orange zest - This easy Italian-style dessert is perfect for any occasion! This chocolate ricotta cheesecake is rich, creamy, and packed with deep chocolate flavor—yet incredibly easy to make! Unlike the classic New York cheesecake, there’s no need for a water bath, so you can whip... Read More The post Chocolate Ricotta Cheesecake appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

Creamy, thick, and citrusy, this orange pastry cream is made with 5 ingredients and is perfect for filling tarts, cakes, eclairs and more! This orange pastry cream is super easy to make! It’s basically a simple Italian pastry cream (crema pasticcera) with added fresh orange juice and zest for a delicious citrus flavor and aroma.... Read More The post Orange Pastry Cream appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

Orange posset is a creamy, citrusy British dessert made with just 4 ingredients and ready in just 10 minutes—no eggs or gelatin needed! This delicious orange posset is a creamy, citrusy British dessert made with just 4 ingredients: heavy cream, sugar, and fresh orange and lemon juice. It has a smooth, velvety texture like a custard but is made without eggs... Read More The post Orange Posset appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

This apple walnut cake is light, fluffy, and incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients—perfect for the fall and winter seasons! This soft and pillowy apple walnut cake is my twist on the classic Italian apple cake, which has always been one of my favorite desserts growing up in Italy! I use light... Read More The post Apple Walnut Cake appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

This crispy, golden potato schiacciata is the perfect mix of pizza and focaccia—no kneading needed! Best of all, it’s ready to bake with just 10 minutes of prep. This potato schiacciata is a total lifesaver when you want something super tasty but don’t have time to knead a pizza dough or focaccia. It's basically a... Read More The post Potato Schiacciata appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

This homemade pistachio pesto recipe makes the ultimate pasta dish —Creamy, nutty, loaded with flavor, and ready in just 20 minutes! If you’re looking for an easy pasta sauce recipe that feels a little fancy, pistachio pesto is the perfect choice! This creamy, flavorful sauce comes together in just a few minutes and is sure... Read More The post Pistachio Pesto appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

Slow-cooked and full of flavor, confit potatoes are a simple 5-minute prep restaurant-worthy side dish that’s gluten-free and vegan! If you’re looking for a simple yet impressive side dish, look no further than confit potatoes! Slow-cooked to perfection, they’re fork-tender, flavorful, and so easy to make. Whether you’re serving them with roasted meat, fish, or... Read More The post Confit Potatoes appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

This espresso cake is super simple and so good! It’s light, fluffy, and packed with coffee flavor. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or even as a holiday dessert! As an Italian, this espresso cake brings together two of my absolute favorite things— espresso coffee and cake. It’s the perfect combo and a true taste of... Read More The post Italian Espresso Cake appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more

This Italian sausage and mushroom pasta is the perfect comfort food - Packed with Italian flavors and ready in just 20 minutes! This sausage and mushroom pasta is so simple to make and is sure to become a family favorite! If you’ve been here a while, you know I have a soft spot for mushrooms.... Read More The post Italian Sausage and Mushroom Pasta appeared first on The Petite Cook ..read more