If there is a signature recipe in my family, it is definitely my Grandmother’s Homemade Manicotti made with homemade manicotti shells. One of the most popular recipes on The Brooklyn Mom, blog is my Authentic Italian Sunday Sauce. The comments I have received is, not only is it delicious. but that its the authenticity and […]
Authentic Italian Sunday Sauce
If you grew up in an Italian family like I did, chances are you had Sunday Dinner (at 1:00 PM) each week with your family. And, if you were lucky enough like I was, your extended family was also there. Each week from when I was a child until well into my 20’s, we were […]
Healthy Super Bowl Recipes
Super Bowl is getting a healthy makeover! Whether you are hosting a Super Bowl Party or just hanging at home with your family, food is always a big part of the game! I’m sharing my go to favorites for some Healthy Super Bowl Recipes that are delicious and easy to make, giving you more time […]
Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Piccata
Yum I have been working on converting our favorite recipes to the Instant Pot! My latest recipe for Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Piccata is my daughter’s favorite and in regular rotation in my house. This recipe is a healthier , lighted up version of what you typically get in piccata. No flour, a tablespoon of […]
Healthy Instant Pot Chicken and Broccoli
Instant Pot Chinese Food? Yes, please! This Healthy Instant Pot Chicken and Broccoli is a delicious, healthier take on your favorite Chinese take out! The chicken is sautéed in your Instant Pot, not fried, and features my favorite healthy swap outs! And the best part….it was on the table in less than 30 minutes! Weekdays […]
Healthier Eggplant Parmigiana
Yum It’s eggplant season! We love eggplant in our house and what I love to do is take traditional recipes, like Eggplant Parmigiana, and make them healthier without losing any of the flavor. This is a delicious, lighter, version of a Healthier Eggplant Parmigiana that your whole family will love. Baked not fried and a […]
Instant Pot Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Making these Stuffed Cabbage Rolls in your Instant Pot means less stress over what’s for dinner! The Instant Pot was such a game changer for me and it will be for you too! This recipe for Instant Pot Stuffed Cabbage uses simple ingredients for a hearty, nutritious dinner that is perfect for either […]
Instant Pot Beef Barley Soup
Yum And, just like that, it’s soup season. The beauty of soup? You can really make a soup out of anything you have on hand. It’s a great way to clean out your refrigerator or pantry and to get more veggies into your kids. And it can be made ahead of time, or in your […]
Slow Cooker Beef Stew
It’s been a cold, rainy, wintry week here in NYC. I miss the summer, but as the weather turns colder, its the perfect time to break out the slow cooker! I use my slow cooker year round, but I definitely use it more in the fall and winter. We love all kids of soups and […]
Authentic Italian Meatballs in Sauce
My recipe for these Authentic Italian Meatballs and Sauce comes from my Italian Grandmother and Great Aunt on my Mom’s side. I promise you it doesn’t get any more traditional than my Italian Meatball recipe in Sauce PIN IT!! Save your favorite recipes to Pinterest. Follow The Brooklyn Mom on Pinterest for more recipe […]
