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Tom Papia

My name is Tom. I am a food lover who has been cooking since I was a little kid. I am first generation Italian American. I have been cooking for about 30 years, dating back to the first time I helped my mom make Sunday dinner.
Simple Sweet Potato Croquettes Recipe

Simple Sweet Potato Croquettes

January 27, 2026April 15, 2024 Tom Papia

Simple Sweet Potato Croquettes. Mashed sweet potatoes mixed with mozzarella cheese, breaded, and fried to perfection. This is a great change-of-pace option instead of your traditional potato croquettes.

Categories Vegetarian, Appetizer Tags Appetizer, Bread Crumbs, Eggs, Grated Cheese, Italian, Mozzarella, Potatoes, Romano Cheese
Tri Color Pasta Salad Recipe

Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad

December 3, 2025April 8, 2024 Tom Papia

Tri Color Pasta Salad. Rotini pasta prepared al dente and mixed with oil, vinegar, red onion, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, olives, and dried sweet Italian sausage.

Categories Pasta, Italian, Italian Salads, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish Tags Mozzarella, Olives, Onions, Pasta, roasted red peppers, Rotini, Sausage, Vinegar
Pork Taco Recipe With Roasted Peppers

Simple Pork Taco Recipe with Roasted Peppers

January 24, 2026April 1, 2024 Tom Papia

Simple Pork Tacos with Roasted Peppers and served on flour tortillas. Red bell peppers roasted in the oven and served in a flour tortilla with sautéed pork bites.

Categories Pork Tags Peppers, Pork
Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe: Feature Image

Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe For A Dinner Party

January 24, 2026March 25, 2024 Tom Papia

Chicken saltimbocca with spinach, prosciutto, and fontina cheese. This is a classy meal that is great for a dinner party.

Categories Chicken, Italian, Italian Chicken Recipes Tags Chicken, Fontina Cheese, Prosciutto, Spinach
Sweet and Spicy Cherry Glazed Pork Chops

Sweet And Spicy Cherry Glazed Pork Chops

December 19, 2025March 18, 2024 Tom Papia

Sponsored Post These cherry glazed pork chops are treated to a wonderful sweet and spicy cherry glaze. The sweetness of …

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Categories Pork Tags Garlic, Pork, Pork Chops
cookbook announcement

Cookbook Announcement

May 31, 2024March 10, 2024 Tom Papia

Cookbook Announcement! Today’s blog post will be a little different. I will not be featuring a recipe because I have …

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Categories Italian Tags Cookbook
Fig Glazed Pork Chops

Sweet Fig Glazed Pork Chops

January 24, 2026March 4, 2024 Tom Papia

Fig Glazed Pork Chops. Boneless pork chops cooked in a sweet fig glaze and served with roasted potatoes and onions.

Categories Pork Tags Onions, Pork, Roasted Potatoes
gluten free recipes that actually taste good

32 Gluten Free Recipes That Actually Taste Good

January 5, 2026February 26, 2024 Tom Papia

Are you on the lookout for gluten free recipes that actually taste good, serve your dietary needs, but are also easy to prepare? If so, this post is for you!

Categories Healthy, Gluten Free Tags Gluten-Free, Healthy
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Pork Bites With Broccoli And Red Sauce

January 24, 2026February 19, 2024 Tom Papia

Pork and Broccoli Recipe with Red Sauce. Sautéed pork slices with garlic and broccoli. A super easy and quick meal great for a weeknight dinner.

Categories Pork, Italian, Italian Pork Recipes Tags Broccoli, cruciferous vegetables, Garlic, Marinara sauce, Pork
14 Of the Very Easiest Seafood Recipes That Are Perfect For Beginners

14 Seafood Recipes Perfect For Beginners

February 1, 2026February 12, 2024 Tom Papia

Looking to try your hand at cooking seafood? Look no further! In this blog post, we’ve rounded up 14 simple seafood recipes perfect for beginners. Whether you’re a seafood lover or someone looking to add more variety to your dinner menu, these delicious dishes will surely satisfy your cravings.

Categories Seafood Tags Healthy, Salmon, Scallops, Seafood, Shrimp, Tuna
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