Caramelized Onion Tart.....Perfect for Entertaining. It’s easy, make-ahead, and great at room temperature. So good!

Sometimes you just need a little help…so I went to google and happened to find Katie Zimmer. She solved my design (and productivity) dilemma by creating the most beautiful office space. She incorporated everything I asked for and even gave me things I ddin’t even know I needed! Happy girl!

Perfect Brined Turkey and Leftover Turkey Recipes!

Easy, gorgeous, and delicious Fall Sangria. Perfect for entertaining because it can be made the day before!

A simple, flavorful and traditional Italian soup, Paata .e Fagioli. I big hug in a bowl:)

Spooky Halloween Cheese Trays are a perfect way to entertain.

Grilled pizzas are delicious, fun and easy to make!  Here are my 10 steps for making pizzas on the grill AND see my free downloads! Great family fun or entertaining friends...I hope you enjoy! 

Whipped Ricotta spread is easy and beautiful….check it out.

Fresh, summery, no-cook, AND delicious corn salad.

A beautiful easy summer melon and prosciutto salad!

Panna Cotta… insanely creamy, slightly sweet and oh so delicious!

Easy Make-Ahead Brunch. Everyone knows brunch is a great way to celebrate anything…but especially around a holiday. Make these recipes as you have time and pop them in the fridge where they will be ready to go when YOU are

Easy Roasted Tomato Soup….so good!

Pasta and Sausage…yes, you heard me!!

Lazia in Kansas City. A lovely Simi Wine featured in KC Restaurant Weeks Menu. This visit inspired my own special Menu!

Baked polenta, one of my go to side dishes. It’s a comforting, easy, and rustic side dish. It’s also perfect for entertaining!

Olive oil biscotti is the perfect biscotti! Made with extra virgin olive oil it’s heart healthy and delicious. Great for gift giving and entertaining.

My favorite side dish…the mighty sprout!

Here is your guide to a perfectly, unpretentious and EASY Wine and Cheese Party. 

You know I love to host epic yet breezy dinner parties, but sometimes it’s just great to throw a casual, fun, mingling kind of party, and a wine and cheese fits this perfectly.

Grilled pizza’s! Hot, crispy, tanging and gooey cheese….all so good! Here is my FREE guide with all the tips and tricks for perfect pizzas every time.

Easy and Delicious olive oil cake!

A mix of juicy, late-season tomatoes, gooey cheese, and a pre-made pie crust is alllll it takes to make this lovely crostata, galette, tart....or whatever you'd like to call it. I call it deeeeeelicious!

Grilled veggies with crunch garlicky bread crumbs. mmmmm.

Tribe River Market in Kansas City. A funky, cool, delicious brunch spot:) A review is on my blog!

A shrimp boil is an easy fun way to host a party with friends. It’s an easy dinner idea for big groups. I walk you through the entire process. So let’s dive in! More recipes: Lauren Laane

Artichoke Crostini. Super easy and delish!

I love a Caprese salad, I really do, but when tomatoes aren’t quiiiiiite in season…it’s just not as good.  Am i right?  So I just solved this problem and came up with your very favorite year- around Caprese salad. Are you excited yet?  You should be.

Lauren Lane Culinarian, Food, Travel and Style Kansas City Influencer, was recently named Cervasi Italian Food Importers spokesperson. In this role, she will be creating recipes, blogging, appearances and events to help further the Cervasi Brand.

Kansas City Fresh Herbs cooking class. Herbs 101, how to plant, harvest, store and cook with fresh herbs.

The real pasta carbonara dish, easy, rich, and oh so satisfying! I can eat this for breakfast, lunch and dinner…and why not since its literally made of bacon and eggs!

Blackberry Sage and Bourbon Cocktail, easy, fresh, simple and perfect for entertaining.  I love to mix up a batch of cocktails before my guests arrive so I'm not mixing drinks during the gathering. 

Pasta e fagioli, meaning "pasta and beans", is a traditional Italian dish. Like many other Italian favorites, the dish started as a peasant dish, being composed of inexpensive ingredients. Simple, easy and healthy!

Fettuccine Alfredo, created in Rome is much different (and better) then what we in America are used to. It's rich, cheesy, easy and, delicious, and guess what?? It has no cream!

Sangria is my go-to cocktail for parties because I can made a big batch ahead of time so it’s all ready to go when my guests arrive. Super simple but really delicious, and the ingredient combinations are endless.

Fig Jam....or any jam Crostata. Perfect make-ahead and easy entertaining.

Cook Once, Eat all Week-Meal Guide. Full of all your favorite foods from pasta, to Chinese, to comfort food. Awesome right?

PopUp dinners and cooking classes in Kansas City!

Italian wedding soup is seriously one of my favorites. Easy, healthy, low carb and delicious!

Here is how to cook frozen fish WITHOUT thawing it first! Yay!! I’ll so you how easy it is to cook your frozen fish…and it’s easy!

Easy Grazing Board Recipes. I love to take simple ingredients and make them exceptional!  It's easy, unexpected and uniquely delicious. Make-ahead of time, so you can look like a pro and enjoy your own party!

Festive and delicious Prosecco Compari cocktail...and the best part is you can prep it in advance so entertaining is a breeze.

Festive gin and pine cocktail. Perfect for the holidays and really, all winter long! Super simple to make and you can even make it ahead of time for easy entertaining.

Eight Minute Peanut Brittle Recipe, really it’s true! Who knew you could make peanut brittle in the microwave. It makes it much easier, faster, and tastes exactly like the old fashion kind!

Earl Grey and Whiskey cocktail recipe. Tea gives the whiskey a earthy delicious taste.  You can make a big batch in advance so it's perfect for easy entertaining as well! 

How to make a quick and beautiful antipasto platter. I’ll give you all the tips and tricks right here!

Cherry Pop Over Recipe. So easy, even non-bakers can do it. So

Whiskey Sour, a classic cocktail for sure. It’s a must have in your cocktail rotation.

A crostata is a rustic, free form baked tart.  It's called a galette in France and a Crostata in Italy...  And since I'm pretty sure I was Italian in another life....I call it a Crostata! Endless variations and super simple to put together.

Shrimp Boil Recipe. This is one of my favorite all time parties to host. I can prep it all in advance and everyone just loves sitting at a casual table digging into the deliciousness.

Herbs gives this Sangria recipe a fresh and deliciousness that other recipes just don’t have. Easy to make ahead of time for easy entertaining.

True homemade Limoncello is unlike anything you have had before.  The freshness, sweetness and bite combine to make something truly amazing!

My favorite all time Short Rib recipe, and trust me, I have made a few;

Artichoke Canapés make easy with Puff Pastry

Pumpkin (or Butternut) Crostini

A grilled Pizza party is fun, simple and DELICIOUS!  I will show you how in just 10 easy steps!

Kale and grape salad. Delicious and easy to make!  Great for make-ahead entertaining or a healthy lunch!  Yum!

This pizza is always rated the top pizza at each of my pizza parties!  It's full of summer goodness and will amaze our mouth;)  A grilled Pizza party if fun, simple and DELICIOUS! Take a look and see for yourself!

I always have goat cheese on hand because it makes a fantastic appetizer that I can switch up in endless ways!  A perfect appetizer to quickly "build" instead of cook!