These Strawberry & Walnut Thumbprint Cookies are a Christmas staple in our family, and for good reason. They are perfectly sweet, soft, buttery and have a delicious walnut crust. We like to stick to strawberry jelly, but use whatever preserves…

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Hi! I’m Sammy, and I am so glad you are here. I am a BIG foodie gal. I am one of those people who lives to eat, rather than eats to live. If you are like this too, you’ll love it here. I am a mom to two young boys who are basically hungry 24/7 so there is never any waste in this house. I grew up in a pretty big Italian family. They were all born in southern Italy and moved to Canada years and years ago. Growing up I always watched whoever was cooking. Whether it was my mom, my dad, my grandparents or my aunties or uncles. Anyone who was cooking, I was watching (and taste testing). Homemade pizza, pasta, fresh bread and lots of wine was always being served to anyone who walked through the door. As I got older I started replicating things in my own kitchen. Are the dishes as good as my Nonna’s? Nah, but I do try. I love to create nostalgic Italian dishes (especially pasta), but I also love to whip up simple and quick recipes for my family. Hopefully my page inspires you to do the same. Thank you for being here, and happy eating! SammyLearn More...
These Strawberry & Walnut Thumbprint Cookies are a Christmas staple in our family, and for good reason. They are perfectly sweet, soft, buttery and have a delicious walnut crust. We like to stick to strawberry jelly, but use whatever preserves…
This Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe is such an easy and delicious go-to appetizer that is everyone’s favourite, and almost always the first dish to go at any pot luck. It’s made with shredded chicken, creamy ranch dressing, cream cheese, ranch…
Lemon & Boursin Orzo Bake is another version of my viral Spinach & Sun-dried Tomato Orzo Bake. You all seemed to really enjoy that recipe, which means, you’ll probably love this one too. It’s made using only 6 ingredients and…
This No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake requires only a few ingredients, and is the perfect foolproof dessert that requires absolutely no skill in the baking department. It’s rich, creamy and only takes about 30 minutes to whip together. LETS GET INTO IT, BUT FIRST,…
Everyone needs a good go-to recipe when making bolognese, and it just so happens I have a really good one. I have been making my Pasta Bolognese for my husband for about 10 years now, so I feel like I…
Salads ·
If you love a good pasta salad, you need to give this Orzo Pasta Salad with Pepperoncini and Croutons a try. This pasta salad recipe is tasty, colourful, easy to whip up, and makes for the most delicious leftovers. What…
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