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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.
zucchini with beans and sweet potatoes

Zucchini with Beans and Sweet Potatoes

December 26, 2025October 24, 2022 Tom Papia

Zucchini with Beans and Sweet Potatoes. Zucchini sautéed with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes and mixed with beans.

Categories Vegetarian, Healthy, Side Dish Tags Beans, Featured, Garlic, Healthy, Onions, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Zucchini
chicken with garden vegetables

Chicken with Garden Vegetables: A 37 Minute Recipe

February 13, 2026October 17, 2022 Tom Papia

Chicken with Garden Vegetables. Vegetables picked fresh from the garden and sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with chicken and a quick tomato sauce.

Categories Chicken Tags Chicken, Eggplant, Garlic, Onions, Peas, Zucchini
Potato and Green Bean Salad

Potato and Green Bean Salad: A 42 Minute Recipe

December 26, 2025October 10, 2022 Tom Papia

Potatoes and Green Beans Salad. Boiled potatoes and sautéed green beans combined with garlic, basil, and oil and served hot or cold as a side dish.

Categories Italian, Italian Salads, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish, Vegetarian Tags Basil, Garlic, Green beans, Healthy, Potatoes, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian
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Fried Cacuzza: A 50 Minute Recipe

December 6, 2025October 3, 2022 Tom Papia

Fried Cacuzza. Italian cacuzza squash cut into wheels, breaded, and fried until golden brown.

Categories Vegetarian, Appetizer, Italian, Italian Appetizers, Side Dish Tags Cacuzza, Italian, Vegetarian, Zucchini
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Pasta with Peppers and Olives: A 35 Minute Recipe

May 13, 2026September 26, 2022 Tom Papia

Pasta with Peppers and Olives. Roasted red peppers and olives sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and onions and served with spaghetti.

Categories Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes, Pasta, Vegetarian Tags Garlic, Grated Cheese, Healthy, Italian, Olives, Onions, Pasta, Peppers, Vegetarian
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Italian Cacuzza Stew Recipe

July 25, 2026September 19, 2022 Tom Papia

Italian Cacuzza Stew Recipe. Cacuzza sautéed with garlic and onions and cooked down with crushed tomatoes and basil.

Categories Vegetarian, Healthy, Italian, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish, Soup Tags Cacuzza, Garlic, Healthy, Italian, Onions, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Zucchini
whole roasted chicken

Perfect Whole Roasted Chicken Recipe

December 15, 2025September 12, 2022 Tom Papia

Perfect Whole Roasted Chicken Recipe. A whole chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika and roasted over a bed of vegetables.

Categories Chicken, Healthy Tags Carrots, Chicken, Healthy, Onions, Roasted Potatoes
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Caprese Salad Recipe

December 15, 2025September 5, 2022 Tom Papia

Caprese Salad Recipe. Fresh mozzarella and tomatoes layered and topped with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Categories Vegetarian, Appetizer, Italian, Italian Appetizers, Italian Salads Tags Italian, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Vinegar
Farfalle with Vegetables Recipe

Farfalle with Vegetables: A 30 Minute Recipe

December 15, 2025August 29, 2022 Tom Papia

Farfalle with Vegetables. Farfalle pasta mixed with sautéed vegetables and marinara sauce.

Categories Vegetarian, Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes, Pasta Tags Broccoli, Carrots, cruciferous vegetables, Green beans, Pasta, Vegetarian, Zucchini
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Roasted Garden Vegetables

December 15, 2025August 22, 2022 Tom Papia

Roasted Garden Vegetables. Potatoes, carrots, kohlrabi, onions, oregano, and basil mixed with extra virgin olive oil and roasted in the oven.

Categories Vegetarian, Side Dish Tags Carrots, Healthy, Onions, Potatoes, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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