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Italian Recipes

Cinnamon infused thick Italian hot chocolate is a not too sweet take on hot cocoa which is rich and decadent and intensely chocolaty. It's like drinkable bittersweet pudding! | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Cinnamon Infused Thick Italian Hot Chocolate (Cioccolata Calda)

These gluten-free Italian pignoli cookies, adapted from Lidia Bastianich, are a great holiday cookie full of almonds and pine nuts! A great addition to a Christmas cookie tray. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Lidia’s Italian Pignoli Cookies

This easy to make ricotta cannoli dip is full of cinnamon and fresh ricotta and topped with chopped chocolate. Perfect for a party! All the yumminess of cannolis without the fuss and bother of making and filling cannoli shells. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Cinnamon Spiced Ricotta Cannoli Dip

Orecchiette is tossed with sauteed cauliflower and toasted pine nuts, then topped with crispy bread crumbs, in this easy Italian vegetarian weeknight pasta dinner. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Orecchiette with Cauliflower and Pine Nuts

Easy, delicious, and full of bubbles! This pomegranate prosecco cocktail has everything you need for a great holiday drink. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Pomegranate Prosecco Cocktail

Italian marinated olives are an easy party appetizer of mixed olives, citrus, and herbs which takes only a few minutes to put together. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Italian Marinated Olives with Citrus and Herbs

Caesar salad becomes satisfying meal in a bowl with the addition of spicy grilled chicken thighs, farro, tomatoes, and edamame. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Grilled Chicken and Farro Caesar Salad Bowl

Slow cooker chicken cacciatore is classic Italian comfort food made easy. Put it together in the morning and have dinner in the evening. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

Authentic Italian marinara sauce is cooked low and slow to create a thick and flavorful sauce made in the manner of my family tradition. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Authentic Homemade Italian Marinara Sauce

Lemon basil risotto is topped with a luxurious swirl of creamy burrata in this flavorful Italian main course. Vegetarian and gluten-free! | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Lemon Basil Risotto with Burrata

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Hello, I’m Annemarie

Welcome to my kitchen! I’m a Italian-American girl who loves fresh foods, local ingredients, and all sorts of comfort foods. Here you will find Mediterranean flavors and recipes from a New England perspective.

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Winter Recipes

To make the best leek gratin I add sauteed radishes and chopped up young kale leaves along with just enough cream and gruyere cheese to make a melty, creamy, roasty side dish right in my cast iron pan. | justalittlebitofbacon.com #sidedishrecipe #gratin #leeks #kale #radishes #frenchrecipes

Kale, Radish, and Leek Gratin with Gruyere Cheese

Hot spiced bourbon milk punch is a simple and cozy winter cocktail full of warming spices and sweetened with just a touch of maple syrup. Top with whipped cream to make it extra special! Great as for the holidays or as a Christmas drink. | justalittlebitofbacon.com #cocktails #bourbon #holidayrecipes #hotdrink #winterrecipes

Hot Spiced Bourbon Milk Punch

Pull out your cast iron skillet to make these amazing breaded cheese stuffed pork chops for two! Start these Italian style bone-in chops on the stove top then move to the oven and finish up by making a quick sauce to serve over pasta. | justalittlebitofbacon.com #porkchops #porkrecipes #italianrecipes #datenightrecipes #dinnerfortwo

Herb and Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops with Pasta

Turn on the slow cooker and come home to this recipe of chicken thighs cooked into a comforting stew with a rich, onion and cheese gravy. Great served over roasted winter squash or mashed potatoes! And wonderful for sandwiches the next day. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Slow Cooker Chicken and Onions

Puff pastry brie bites filled with grapes and honey are a fun and easy party appetizer! These baked mini tarts can be prepped ahead making them perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, coctail parties, and other holidays. | justalittlebitofbacon.com #partyfood #appetizers #thanksgiving #christmas #puffpastry

Grape and Brie Bites with Spiced Honey

My cranberry apple cake is a simple and moist dessert made with fresh cranberries, diced apples, and ground pecans! This recipe is a great snack cake and is perfect for the holiday table at Christmas and Thanksgiving. | justalittlebitofbacon.com #cakerecipes #applerecipes #christmas #thanksgiving #holidayrecipes #apples #cranberries

Simple Cranberry Apple Pecan Cake

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Deep fried Brussels sprouts served with a sweet and tangy sauce are a yummy snack, an addictive appetizer, and a fun Thanksgiving dish. Gluten free and simple to make! | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Deep Fried Brussels Sprouts

Zucchini cheddar biscuits are soft, tender and full of shredded zucchini and sharp cheddar. Just drop them onto the baking tray and go. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Soft and Tender Zucchini Cheddar Biscuits

Cold sweet potato salad is topped with dried cranberries and pecans, then tossed with a maple syrup and mustard dressing. Perfect for summertime picnics and for the Thanksgiving table. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Cold Sweet Potato Salad with Cranberries and Pecans

Authentic Italian marinara sauce is cooked low and slow to create a thick and flavorful sauce made in the manner of my family tradition. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Authentic Homemade Italian Marinara Sauce

Leftover Lamb Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce - What to do with leftover lamb roast? Make these incredibly yummy lamb gyros and top them with a 5 minute tzatziki sauce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Leftover Lamb Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

Pan Fried Spanish Cauliflower Tapas - These breaded fried cauliflower bites are a simple and tasty tapas dish you should make at your next get-together! Just a quick dunking in egg and breadcrumbs and a minute in a skillet and you are all done. Can be made ahead and reheated! | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Pan Fried Spanish Cauliflower Tapas

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