I think it's safe to say we all LOVE Cacio e Pepe! So naturally I went down a deep dark rabbit hole of Cacio e Pepe EVERYTHING and this Cacio e Pepe Risotto was born! Why I Love This Recipe I've said it before but it bears repeating - risotto is not as hard as [...]
Prepare yourselves for a show stopping dish! This Baked Squash Risotto is the ultimate cozy vibed main course that will wow any dinner party guests. A creamy squash risotto with an entire wheel of camembert nestled into the rice and baked to perfection. Trust me, make this! Why I Love This Recipe If you've been [...]
This creamy tangy Goat Cheese Risotto recipe needs to be in your repertoire for all upcoming dinner parties! It's the perfect dish to serve with Chicken or seafood. Why I Love This Recipe If you've been around WGC for the last few years, you know that risotto is near and dear to my heart. It's [...]
What happens when you combine parmesan risotto and super thin strips of cooked eggplant? MAGIC. Otherwise known as Eggplant Rollatini of course!! [...]
Risotto a way of life here on WGC. I’ve been obsessed ever since week #2 of culinary school and I’m still going strong! Today is all about this summery Tomato Risotto (but news flash - I’ve developed it so you can make it any time of the year!) Here’s the deal with risotto. It looks [...]
There is literally so much to discuss today (3 big things!!)… where do we even start?! Caramelized Onion Risotto feels like the right place to kick it off. [...]
I can't wait any longer!! The official launch of spring is like less than 24 hours away and I've never been so excited in my life! Asparagus and Parmesan Risotto all around to celebrate!
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Risotto is my meal of choice when I'm aiming to impress! And this year for Valentine's Day we're staying in and I'll be whipping up this Carrot and Parmesan Risotto and more! [...]
Here on WGC we’re all about balance. Between salads, brownies, pasta and everything else covering the pages of my blog – I think it’s obvious that balance is key! That said…I love a risotto moment! [...]
Grab the recipe for this spring pea risotto with tons of lemons and fresh pea tendrils on top. It's finished with mascarpone cheese so its extra delish and cheesy and creamy and PERFECT! [...]
There was a moment, back in my culinary school days, when I made risotto on a weekly basis. For some really sad reason it doesn't happen as often - but I'm bringing it back this week with a Wild Mushroom Risotto! Risotto is the quintessential date night in food - which makes perfect sense as [...]
Happy Sunday friends. Big day today with a game, new commercials and a halftime performance that surely bring me back to my highschool days. Let's get into it. We'll go big today and keep it healthy-ish the rest of the week. [...]
Here's the deal - unless you're going out to celebrate Valentine's Day a few days early, I'll always tell you to skip the Valentine's Day pre-fixe menus! It's a wild night in the industry and you guys are about to be armed with an incredible assortment of ideas for a Valentine's Day Menu at home. [...]
2022 is almost upon us and we need an epic New Years Eve menu!! But first... after 30+ years of life I’ve come to a conclusion…. [...]
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It's here!! The last full week of the year. We made it! No work this week, just tons of time with friends and family and FOOD! In honor of that, there's a very special meal plan for you guys! Enjoy! [...]
Who's up for a little Christmas Dinner Menu inspiration? I've got it all from soups / salads / main courses / pastas / desserts, you name it. [...]
'Tis the season for all sorts of potluck parties so let's talk Holiday Potluck Ideas. Whether you're looking for an easy appetizer like Baked Brie or a dinner idea to feed a crowd like Italian Meatballs. We've got work potlucks, family potlucks, dinner party potlucks... you name it! It's all about bringing together your fav [...]
First full week of December - here we go! Lots of really simple weeknight meals, a few comforting dishes and a few healthy and some of my favorite ideas for breakfasts and desserts! [...]
I mean, tell me this isn't the most gorgeous Seafood Paella you've ever seen. And guess what - it's crazy easy to make! Plus it feeds a crowd! [...]
Less than 2 weeks before Thanksgiving!! Between this weeks meal plan, last nights Friendsgiving that I hosted and next weeks Thanksgiving recipes, I'd say we're on a roll for the next week or so! Let's do this! [...]
Succulent Garlic Butter Steak Bites are the name of the game today! Today we start a new adventure on the WGC Instagram - we're taking back dinner time and we're doing it in under 30 minutes. Lots of details to come (as I just decided this last night and have to work it all out [...]
This garlicky, herby Roasted Mushroom Pasta with crunchy homemade breadcrumbs is truly perfection! Pasta is clearly my love language. It's been this way since as long as I can remember. And mushrooms have been added to that list ever since culinary school. This fall inspired Roasted Mushroom Pasta is truly perfection. (Psst... Looking for another [...]
Although it's still in the 80s here in LA... I'm kinda ready for the cooler temps and the fall themed cooking. So without further ado...65+ Fall Dinner Ideas. FALL SOUPS: Not your Grandma’s Minestrone Soup Minestrone is basically an Italian version of a vegetable soup that’s loaded with just about every vegetable under the sun, [...]
It’s that time of year again - and I’ve got your quick + easy back to school dinners 100% handled!
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One of our all time favorite recipes got a makeover just in time for tomato season - say hello to Tomato Confit Pasta! Why I Love This Recipe I've been making tomato confit for the past 12 years! It comes to us by way of one of Matt's best friends and I will forever be [...]
Have I ever told you guys about Italian night at our country club back in Tucson? Long story short, there was Italian night every Thursday at our club... [...]
German Potato Salad is in my blood! It runs through my veins - and it's EVERYTHING you need for summer cook-outs this year! [...]
Grilling season is just weeks away but I'm jumping the gun and starting now. 5 nights of quick and easy dinners coming your way... let's get into it!
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Yesterday I asked you guys on insta-story what kind of recipes you'd like to see more of and a LOT of you requested farmers market finds. Seeing as how asparagus is going NUTS this time of year... [...]
If you're in need of a comforting, cozy, delicious dinner... well look no further. This Chicken Ragu is the perfect meal for those rainy / cold days and I'm serving it up over a bed of polenta because it's the right move. It's like a big giant hug in a bowl and I'm very into [...]
We're rolling right into holiday dinner ideas this week and this Garlic Peppercorn Crusted Beef Tenderloin is the perfect show stopping recipe when you need to feed your crew, don't want anything too time consuming, and want to look like a literal superstar. Read on to get all the tips and tricks along with serving [...]
Talk about easy side dishes for Thanksgiving - this Peas and Pancetta situation couldn't be easier or more delicious!! [...]
This Tomato Confit (infused with a little bit of saffron) is 100% about to revolutionize the way you eat! It's perfection!! It also goes perfect with so many recipes. You can use it on top of this Fried Egg Breakfast Sandwich or goes perfect with this Pasta Salad! There are so many ways to use [...]
We all know I live for a mushroom moment - these Crispy Wild Mushrooms are the perfect side dish! Let's talk about Crispy Wild Mushrooms! A few things to keep in mind when making mushrooms: You should never run your mushrooms under water or rinse them. Instead, just brush them off with a clean towel [...]
Let's get right into it. Making a meal out of canned beans is incredibly useful, especially when we're doing a lot of cooking out of the pantry. So in honor of the occasion, below you'll find 35 recipes to make with a can of beans!! We're got all sorts of flavors going on but a [...]
Spring produce is overflowing at the farmers markets right now, so that means we're highlighting some of our fav spring produce like peas and giving you an abundance of ideas of what to cook with it. If you missed the ode to Asparagus - check it out! But today it's all about PEAS!! They are [...]
There must be something in the air because my inbox has been inundated with requests for Freezer Friendly Meals!! And you know me... ask and you shall receive! [...]
Oh man friends... prepare yourselves for this Caramelized Onion Pizza with Prosciutto! It's my new jam and you will LOVE the flavor combos! Life is just better with caramelized onions! They amplify everything and I'll never stop making them on a weekly basis to add to various recipes. This Caramelized Onion Pizza with Sage, Grapes [...]
Spring is coming, and we're going to be highlighting some of our fav spring produce over the next few weeks; first up, the best roasted asparagus recipe! Below you'll also find 20 of our favorite ways to cook asparagus, from roasted asparagus to baked asparagus. Trust me, you're going to want to make each and [...]
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If you're looking for that Surf and Turf menu for a romantic night in or a dinner party, I've got you 100% covered! This surf and turf menu is no joke!! It's better than any steakhouse you'll ever go to and it's for sure guaranteed to rock anyones world. If you need a special dinner [...]
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