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Summer Bruschetta, Quick and So Easy!

Buongiorno!! I was getting ready to make this for the other day and wanted to share it with you! No real recipe but wanted to share it anyway because it's the kind of food I love to make and eat all throughout summer especially if we have last minute guests stop by. It's abundant, inviting and so beautiful and the flavors all together are just spectacular! Ho-pe you enjoyed this one! Order My New Book: https://amzn.to/3PFEJe3 Items you'll find in my kitchen (affiliate): Knives: https://amzn.to/3Khbpse cutting board: https://amzn.to/3OyM2EM Cookware set: https://amzn.to/3OwDWN4 Wooden Spoons: https://amzn.to/3Dy1cnt Cooking Utensils: https://amzn.to/3rL25qa Metal Tongs: https://amzn.to/3DwKMeX Bench Scraper: https://amzn.to/3Qir5zo Standing Mixer: https://amzn.to/47mwQSP Food Processor: https://amzn.to/4771qzv Glass Bowl Set: https://amzn.to/3KhCR9p Salt Container: https://amzn.to/3q8SKrK Pepper Mill: https://amzn.to/3Of7qgS Sheet Pans: https://amzn.to/3DzuGRY Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/43M63fz Garlic and Herb Seasoning: https://amzn.to/48Kita7 To get this complete recipe with instructions and measurements, check out my website: http://www.LauraintheKitchen.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mrsvitale Official Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/LauraintheKitchen Contact: Business@LauraintheKitchen.com Twitter: @Lauraskitchen

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The Perfect Lemon Cheesecake – Easy and Delicious!

The creamiest perfect lemon cheesecake you will ever have! A summertime hit every time! ⬇️⬇️ Recipe ⬇️⬇️ CHEESECAKE RECIPE: For the Base: 2 cups of Crushed Graham Cracker Crumbs 1/4 cup of Granulated Sugar 1/2 stick of Unsalted Butter, melted For the filling: 4-8oz blocks of Cream Cheese, softened at room temperature 1-1/4 cups of Granulated Sugar 4 Eggs, at room temperature 1/2 cup of Sour Cream Zest of 2 Lemons Juice of 2 Lemons or 1/3 cup of Fresh Lemon Juice Pinch of Salt For the Topping: 1 cup of Heavy Cream 1/4 cup of Powdered Sugar 8oz of Lemon Curd Items in this video: 9" Springform Pan: https://amzn.to/3V7NnES Order My New Book: https://amzn.to/3PFEJe3 Items you'll find in my kitchen (affiliate): Knives: https://amzn.to/3Khbpse cutting board: https://amzn.to/3OyM2EM Cookware set: https://amzn.to/3OwDWN4 Wooden Spoons: https://amzn.to/3Dy1cnt Cooking Utensils: https://amzn.to/3rL25qa Metal Tongs: https://amzn.to/3DwKMeX Bench Scraper: https://amzn.to/3Qir5zo Standing Mixer: https://amzn.to/47mwQSP Food Processor: https://amzn.to/4771qzv Glass Bowl Set: https://amzn.to/3KhCR9p Salt Container: https://amzn.to/3q8SKrK Pepper Mill: https://amzn.to/3Of7qgS Sheet Pans: https://amzn.to/3DzuGRY Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/43M63fz Garlic and Herb Seasoning: https://amzn.to/48Kita7 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Making the Crust 01:20 - Making the Filling 04:45 - Baking the Cheesecake 05:10 - Making the Cream 05:55 - Topping the Cheesecake 07:20 - Slicing the Cheesecake

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Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce. Simple home cooking!

Hi Friends!! Wanted to share a weekly go to basic! Ingredients are basic but just make sure to use the best you can find! for 12oz of Spaghetti I say you can feed 2-3 happily, 4 if you have protein on the side! You can add a full pound of pasta but might not be as saucy. 3 Tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 28oz can of Italian Plum Tomatoes (San Marzano please!!) Fresh Basil Salt to taste 12oz of Spaghetti Plenty of Parm! Order My New Book: https://amzn.to/3PFEJe3 Items you'll find in my kitchen (affiliate): Knives: https://amzn.to/3Khbpse cutting board: https://amzn.to/3OyM2EM Cookware set: https://amzn.to/3OwDWN4 Wooden Spoons: https://amzn.to/3Dy1cnt Cooking Utensils: https://amzn.to/3rL25qa Metal Tongs: https://amzn.to/3DwKMeX Bench Scraper: https://amzn.to/3Qir5zo Standing Mixer: https://amzn.to/47mwQSP Food Processor: https://amzn.to/4771qzv Glass Bowl Set: https://amzn.to/3KhCR9p Salt Container: https://amzn.to/3q8SKrK Pepper Mill: https://amzn.to/3Of7qgS Sheet Pans: https://amzn.to/3DzuGRY Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/43M63fz Garlic and Herb Seasoning: https://amzn.to/48Kita7 To get this complete recipe with instructions and measurements, check out my website: http://www.LauraintheKitchen.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mrsvitale Official Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/LauraintheKitchen Contact: Business@LauraintheKitchen.com Twitter: @Lauraskitchen

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20 Minute Zucchini Pasta Recipe – Perfect Weeknight Meal!

20 minutes and easy on the wallet, the best of both worlds and it's just so delicious!! ⬇️⬇️ Recipe ⬇️⬇️ ZUCCHINI PASTA RECIPE: 2 Medium or 3 Small Zucchini, thinly sliced 4oz of Thinly Sliced Deli Ham, chopped 2 Tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Clvoes of Garlic, smashed and peeled but not chopped 8oz of Pennette or any medium cut pasta you like Few Leaves of Basil Plenty of Salt and Pepper 1/2 cup of Parm Order My New Book: https://amzn.to/3PFEJe3 Items you'll find in my kitchen (affiliate): Knives: https://amzn.to/3Khbpse cutting board: https://amzn.to/3OyM2EM Cookware set: https://amzn.to/3OwDWN4 Wooden Spoons: https://amzn.to/3Dy1cnt Cooking Utensils: https://amzn.to/3rL25qa Metal Tongs: https://amzn.to/3DwKMeX Bench Scraper: https://amzn.to/3Qir5zo Standing Mixer: https://amzn.to/47mwQSP Food Processor: https://amzn.to/4771qzv Glass Bowl Set: https://amzn.to/3KhCR9p Salt Container: https://amzn.to/3q8SKrK Pepper Mill: https://amzn.to/3Of7qgS Sheet Pans: https://amzn.to/3DzuGRY Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/43M63fz Garlic and Herb Seasoning: https://amzn.to/48Kita7 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Prep the Zucchini 03:07 - Cook the Ham 03:37 - Cook the Pasta 04:41 - Put it all Together 06:20 - Dig In!

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Pasta e Fagioli with Seafood – An Authentic Italian Recipe!

A classic that will make you feel very Italian! ⬇️⬇️ Recipe ⬇️⬇️ PRINTABLE RECIPE: https://www.laurainthekitchen.com/recipes/pasta-e-fagioli-with-seafood PASTA E FAGIOLI RECIPE: 8oz of Dried Cannellini Beans, picked through and thoroughly washed 2 Stalks of Celery, finely chopped 2 Cloves of Garlic, smashed and peeled but not chopped 2 Roma Tomatoes or 1/4 cup of Any Tomato Sauce Few Leaves of Fresh Basil Extra Virgin Olive Oil Plenty of Salt to taste 8oz of short cut pasta such as ditalini For the Seafood: 1 lb of Mixed Seafood 2 Cloves of Garlic, smashed and peeled Handful of Cherry Tomatoes, halved or 1 roma tomato chopped 2 Tbsp of Olive Oil 2 Tbsp of Chopped Parsley 00:00 - Intro 01:51 - Prepare the Beans 02:43 - Prep the Vegetables 05:02 - Cook the Pasta 06:09 - Cook the Seafood 10:41 - Put It All Together 12:32- Dig In 13:12 - Let’s Go Back 10 Years

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Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi From Scratch – Easy Italian Recipe!

A sensational classic that begs to be on your table! An Italian favorite for a reason! ⬇️⬇️ Recipe ⬇️⬇️ PRINTABLE RECIPE: https://www.laurainthekitchen.com/recipes/ricotta-gnocchi/ GNOCCHI RECIPE: For the Sauce: 1 lb of Ground Beef, 85/15 is my preference 3 Tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Medium Yellow Onion, minced 28oz can of Tomato Puree” (or 24 oz cento bottle) 3/4 cup of Dry White or Red wine Fresh Basil Salt to taste For the Gnocchi: 15oz of Whole Milk Ricotta, drained overnight 1 cup of All Purpose Flour 8oz of Grated Parmigiano or half parm half pecorino 1 Large Egg plus 1 Egg Yolk Pinch of Salt Order My New Book: https://amzn.to/3PFEJe3 00:00 - Intro 02:55 - Make the Sauce 06:25 - Make the Gnocchi 13:20 - Cook the Gnocchi 14:40 - Finish Up 15:04 - Dig In!

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Peruvian Inspired Grilled Chicken Recipe – So Much Flavor!

The most delicious and flavorful chicken and sauce recipe that you'll be making all summer!! ⬇️⬇️ Recipe ⬇️⬇️ PRINTABLE RECIPE: https://www.laurainthekitchen.com/recipes/montereyjack-chicken/ PERUVIAN CHICKEN RECIPE: 2.5lb of Bone in, Skin on, Chicken Thighs 1/3 cup of Soy Sauce 4 Cloves of Garlic, smashed and peeled Juice of 1 Lime, about 3 tbsp 2 tbsp of Olive Oil 1 tsp of Dried Oregano 1/2 tsp of Cumin Heavy Pinch of Freshly Ground Black Pepper For the Sauce: 3/4 cup of Mayo 1 Small Bunch of Cilantro 1 Serrano or Jalapeño, seeded optional 2 Cloves of Garlic, smashed and peeled 1/4 of a Small Yellow Onion or 3 Scallions 2 Tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Juice of 1 Lime Salt to taste Order My New Book: https://amzn.to/3PFEJe3 Items you'll find in my kitchen (affiliate): Knives: https://amzn.to/3Khbpse cutting board: https://amzn.to/3OyM2EM Cookware set: https://amzn.to/3OwDWN4 Wooden Spoons: https://amzn.to/3Dy1cnt Cooking Utensils: https://amzn.to/3rL25qa Metal Tongs: https://amzn.to/3DwKMeX Bench Scraper: https://amzn.to/3Qir5zo Standing Mixer: https://amzn.to/47mwQSP Food Processor: https://amzn.to/4771qzv Glass Bowl Set: https://amzn.to/3KhCR9p Salt Container: https://amzn.to/3q8SKrK Pepper Mill: https://amzn.to/3Of7qgS Sheet Pans: https://amzn.to/3DzuGRY Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/43M63fz Garlic and Herb Seasoning: https://amzn.to/48Kita7

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