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    The Petite Cook is all about quick and easy Italian recipes and more! Find classic recipes and delicious quick family meals, mostly inspired by my Italian heritage, my life in the UK, and all my travels around the world.

    Mother's Day Recipes

    Quick and easy lunch and dinner recipes to celebrate the best mum ever!

    • Prawn Linguine - Authentic Italian Recipe
    • The Original Coronation Chicken
    • British Pancakes
    • 26 Mother's Day Cake Recipes To Make Mum Happy

    What's new

    Don't know what to cook this week? Change up your usual weeknight staples with these new recipe ideas.

    • Pollo alla Cacciatora (Chicken Cacciatore)
    • Polpette - Italian Meatballs
    • Italian Chicken Meatballs
    • Asparagus Risotto

    See latest recipes →

    Spring Recipes

    Spring has sprung and that means it's time to add some new recipes to your weekly menu.

    • Asparagus Frittata
    • No-Tuna Chickpea Salad Sandwich
    • Baked Arancini with Salmon & Peas
    • Asparagus Risotto

    See all spring recipes →

    Andrea

    Welcome to The Petite Cook

    Hi! I’m Andrea, I’m Italian, and I absolutely LOVE cooking. I'm a cookbook writer and a food photographer, but most importantly I'm a passionate homecook. My goal is to help you create easy and delicious meals. Grab a fork and join me!

    Read more about me →

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    • Vegetarian Recipes
    • Vegan Recipes
    • Dairy-free Recipes
    • Gluten-free Recipes

    Trending now

    Looking for a little cooking inspiration? Check out what readers are loving right now.

    • Best Italian Pizza Dough
    • The Original Coronation Chicken
    • Authentic Italian Potato Frittata
    • The Best Baked Camembert

    Italian recipes

    From my Italian kitchen to yours, check out these traditional Italian recipes and classic family meals you can master at home.

    • Pasta with Peas (Pasta e Piselli)
    • Zeppole di San Giuseppe (St Joseph's Zeppole)
    • Mozzarella in Carrozza (Fried Mozzarella Sandwich)
    • Blood Orange Cake
    • Chiacchiere - Italian Carnival Fritters
    • Polpettone - Italian Meatloaf

    See all italian recipes →

    Ready in 15 min

    Brilliant recipes that are awesomely ready in 15 minutes or less.

    • Quick Chickpea and Spinach Curry (Chana Masala)
    • Easy Sweetcorn Fritters with Yogurt dip
    • Perfect Soft-boiled Eggs
    • How To Make Homemade Butter

    See all 15 Minutes recipes →

    Best Pasta Recipes

    From quick and easy pasta recipes with basic ingredients to authentic Italian pasta recipes.

    • Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta
    • Best Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese
    • Creamy Salmon Pasta with Spinach
    • Traditional Italian Pasta e Fagioli
    • Vegan Scallops With Pasta
    • Italian Chickpea Soup (Pasta e ceci)

    See all pasta recipes →

    Easy Plant-based Recipes

    Going plant-based is easier than ever! Start by checking out these plant-forward recipes that are easy to prepare, satisfying, and delicious.

    • Easy Ratatouille Recipe
    • Vegetarian Lasagna with No-Cook White Sauce
    • Vegan Broccoli Pesto Pasta
    • Creamy Cannellini Bean Soup with Garlic and Thyme

    See all Plant-forward recipes →

    Room for Dessert?

    If you're craving something sweet, browse my favourite indulging and healthy-ish dessert recipes!

    • Classic Tiramisu Without Eggs - Authentic Italian Recipe
    • Vegan Bounty Bars - Just 4 Ingredients!
    • Vegan Mango Sorbet (Ready in 5 Min!)
    • 2-Ingredient Nutella Cake

    See all dessert recipes →

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