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Caramelized Onion Tart.....Perfect for Entertaining
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!
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 Thanksgiving Turkey & Leftover Turkey Recipes
Perfect Brined Turkey and Leftover Turkey Recipes!
Easy Fall Sangria
Easy, gorgeous, and delicious Fall Sangria. Perfect for entertaining because it can be made the day before!
Pasta e Fagioli
A simple, flavorful and traditional Italian soup, Paata .e Fagioli. I big hug in a bowl:)
Grilled Pizza Party in 10 easy steps!
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!
Make-Ahead Easter Brunch
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
Restaurant Week is over, but I'm not done!
Lazia in Kansas City. A lovely Simi Wine featured in KC Restaurant Weeks Menu. This visit inspired my own special Menu!
Baked Polenta
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
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.
Wine and Cheese Party Made Easy!
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 Pizzas... So.Much.Fun!
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.
Tomato Crostata...a little bit of heaven!
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 and Crunchy Breadcrumbs
Grilled veggies with crunch garlicky bread crumbs. mmmmm.
Tribe River Market, KC, brunchie brunch.
Tribe River Market in Kansas City. A funky, cool, delicious brunch spot:) A review is on my blog!
It's that time of year again. A shrimp boil...the Perfect Party!
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
Easy-Peasy Caprese Salad
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.
**Pinch Me*** Announcement!
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.
Herbs 101 Class_SOLD OUT
Kansas City Fresh Herbs cooking class. Herbs 101, how to plant, harvest, store and cook with fresh herbs.
Authentic, Delicious & EASY Roman Pasta Carbonara!
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 and Bourbon Cocktail Anyone?
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.
Easy Pasta e Fagioli
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!
The Real Deal Fettuccine Alfredo!
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 Time!
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
Fig Jam....or any jam Crostata. Perfect make-ahead and easy entertaining.
Cook Once, Eat All Week Meal Plan!
Cook Once, Eat all Week-Meal Guide. Full of all your favorite foods from pasta, to Chinese, to comfort food. Awesome right?
Italian Wedding Soup...One of my favs....seriously!
Italian wedding soup is seriously one of my favorites. Easy, healthy, low carb and delicious!
Cooking Fish From Frozen!
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
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 Prosecco Cocktail!
Festive and delicious Prosecco Compari cocktail...and the best part is you can prep it in advance so entertaining is a breeze.
Festive Pine and Gin Cocktail
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!
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 Whiskey Cocktail
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!
The Beautiful Antipasto Platter
How to make a quick and beautiful antipasto platter. I’ll give you all the tips and tricks right here!
Whiskey Sour
Whiskey Sour, a classic cocktail for sure. It’s a must have in your cocktail rotation.
Easy Peach Crostata
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....My favorite 4th of July Party!
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.
Fresh Herb Sangria
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.
Limencello
True homemade Limoncello is unlike anything you have had before. The freshness, sweetness and bite combine to make something truly amazing!
Braised Short Ribs
My favorite all time Short Rib recipe, and trust me, I have made a few;
Pizza Margherita
A grilled Pizza party is fun, simple and DELICIOUS! I will show you how in just 10 easy steps!
Grape and Kale Salad
Kale and grape salad. Delicious and easy to make! Great for make-ahead entertaining or a healthy lunch! Yum!
Corn, Potato and Prosciutto Pizza
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!
Herbed Goat Cheese
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!