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I was born and grew up in Venice, Italy. I now live with my family in Pacific Palisades, CA. I love cooking, especially Italian food. I like to search, explore and experiment new recipes all the time. As per Italian tradition, I think there is nothing as spec
Last Posted Recipe: Feb 16, 2015
Pasta Salad with Grilled Eggplants
Pasta salad with grilled eggplants, sun-dried tomatoes and mozzarella: an irresistible combination of delicious Mediterranean flavors!
by Cooking With ManuelaPasta with Artichokes and Pancetta
Pasta with Artichokes and Pancetta: the sweet taste of the artichokes combines with the sharp flavor of the Parmesan cheese, and the spicy aroma of the pancetta
by Cooking With ManuelaSpaghetti alla Carbonara
Spaghetti alla Carbonara: with its rich and creamy sauce and sinfully crispy pancetta, it's a favorite pasta for many.
by Cooking With ManuelaAsparagus with Vinaigrette Egg Sauce
A fast, super healthy, and very summery Asparagus with Vinaigrette Egg Sauce
by Cooking With ManuelaPasta with Shrimps and Zucchini
Pasta with shrimps and zucchini: a classic Italian dish that puts together two different ingredients with flavor that combine perfectly.
by Cooking With ManuelaGnocchi alla Romana
These Gnocchi alla Romana are prepared with semolina flour, milk, a touch of nutmeg and lots of cheese.
by Cooking With ManuelaFresh Italian Pasta Salad
Classic Italian pasta salad, made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and a light basil pesto. Great for your next picnic or potluck dinner.
by Cooking With ManuelaClassic Italian Tiramisu
In this heavenly tiramisu, every bite combines the delicate flavor of the mascarpone cream, with the bold aroma of the espresso. It will leave you begging for more!
by Cooking With ManuelaCoconut Pralines
Simply irresistible coconut pralines, made with ricotta cheese, cocoa, and of course, coconut flakes. Perfect last-minute dessert, and no baking required!
by Cooking With ManuelaApple Cake
Super soft, moist and wholesome. Every bite filled with the sweet, tart flavor of soft apples.
by Cooking With ManuelaLight and Fresh Eggplant Parmesan
A healthier and lighter version of the traditional Italian Eggplant Parmesan, with grilled eggplants and fresh tomatoes. A must-try!
by Cooking With ManuelaStuffed Calamari
These calamari stuffed with squid tentacles, bread crumbs and Italian parsley, are a perfect appetizer for a party, or a main dish for a dinner. Outstanding!
by Cooking With ManuelaPenne alla Vodka
A rich and creamy pasta, as delicious as the one you eat at your favorite Italian restaurant.
by Cooking With ManuelaSpaghetti with Clams and Mussels
Here is a simple and classic Italian pasta. Perfect for a romantic dinner at home.
by Cooking With ManuelaStrawberry and Mascarpone Cream Cups
Make this Mother's Day special with this unbelievably creamy and deliciously rich dessert.
by Cooking With ManuelaSausage and Zucchini Rolls
Irresistible savory dish, perfect for your next barbecue, dinner party or Sunday brunch. And why not for a fun dinner at home? Here is a simple way to incorporate veggies in your kids' dinner.
by Cooking With ManuelaShrimps over Creamy Polenta
Extremely fast and healthy appetizer: salad shrimps over deliciously creamy polenta
by Cooking With ManuelaLasagne with Artichokes and Mushrooms
Perfect vegetarian lasagne for your next dinner party. Your guests will be impress by this tasty and elegant Italian dish!
by Cooking With ManuelaPenne with Asparagus and Fresh Tomatoes
Fresh and healthy pasta. Perfect for a picnic at the beach or the park!
by Cooking With ManuelaCustard Filled Fruit Tart
An intensely fruity, perfectly creamy and oh-so enticing fruit tart
by Cooking With ManuelaDuck Legs Braised in White Wine
Make your dinner a special one with this exquisite and easy to follow recipe.
by Cooking With ManuelaStuffed Cannelloni
This traditional Italian primo piatto, with it's refined flavor, delicate aroma and sophisticated appearance, is ideal for a dinner party or a special occasion.
by Cooking With ManuelaDaisy Cookies
A buttery cookie, filled with sweet and colorful apricot preserve, topped with powder sugar. Classic, simple and elegant.
by Cooking With ManuelaSpaghetti alla Puttanesca
With its spicy flavor and Mediterranean aroma, you will be proud to be able to cook this classic of the Italian cuisine.
by Cooking With ManuelaPappardelle with Mushrooms and Speck
This savory pasta combines the smoked, delicate flavor of the speck with the sweet, earthy aroma of the mushrooms.
by Cooking With ManuelaGrilled Octopus over Grilled Vegetables
Try this healthy and tasty octopus, grilled to perfection , served over grilled zucchini and eggplants
by Cooking With ManuelaRisotto with Calamari
Rich and creamy risotto, as good as you would eat at your favorite Italian restaurant.
by Cooking With ManuelaChocolate Dipped Almond Sandwich Cookies
These cookies are so yummy: soft(y), buttery, nutty, fruity and chocolaty. All in one cookie!
by Cooking With ManuelaBruschetta with Tomatoes
Bruschetta with Tomatoes: made with few, wholesome, fresh ingredients. You can't go wrong with this appetizer!
by Cooking With ManuelaRisotto with Porcini Mushrooms
Ready to learn how to make a deliciously creamy risotto with porcini mushroom and impress your friends with your cooking skills? Here is the recipe for you!
by Cooking With ManuelaRicotta Tart with Raisins
With its crumbly crust, moist filling and citrusy aroma, this ricotta tart with raisins is a huge crowd-pleaser
by Cooking With ManuelaHomemade Pesto alla Genovese
No need to buy pesto sauce in a jar anymore. Look at this recipe and you will see how easy, fast and more delicious homemade pesto is!
by Cooking With ManuelaRolled Sole Fillets with Prosciutto
Perfect for a family meal or a fancy dinner. Your children will love the fun shape of the rolls, and your guests will be impressed by the look, taste and aroma of these rolls stuffed with prosciutto and olives.
by Cooking With ManuelaFettuccine with Creamy Smoked Salmon Sauce
This is going to be your new favorite last-minute recipe. The smoky flavor of the salmon perfectly combines with the delicate taste of the cream and the sharp freshness of the parsley.
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