Sunday 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐚 — Bruschetta with Tomato, Basil & Blue Cheese
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There’s nothing quite like gathering around a warm tray of toasted bread piled high with fresh, rustic flavor — and this week’s Sunday 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐚 brings that classic comfort home. 🍅✨
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Today’s recipe is a vibrant, crave-worthy twist on a timeless favorite: 𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨, 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥 & 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐬𝐞, finished with a generous drizzle of Nonna Pia’s Classic Balsamic Glaze.
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🍞 Serves: 4
🕒 Total Time: ~30 minutes
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𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
• 1 rustic loaf or focaccia
• 4 medium tomatoes, diced
• 2 oz fresh basil, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 fl oz extra virgin olive oil
• 125 g blue cheese
• 3 fl oz milk
• ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Nonna Pia’s Classic Balsamic Glaze
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𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
1️⃣ Make the bruschetta mix: Combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let rest 30 minutes to develop flavor.
2️⃣ Slice loaf horizontally and place on a baking sheet. Spread the tomato mixture over each half.
3️⃣ Drizzle remaining oil from the bowl over the bread. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
4️⃣ Make the blue cheese drizzle: Blend blue cheese, milk, and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Transfer to piping or zip-top bag.
5️⃣ Once the bruschetta is warm and toasted, remove from the oven and slice.
6️⃣ Drizzle with the blue cheese mixture in a zig-zag, followed by Nonna Pia’s Classic Balsamic Glaze.
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✨ Save this recipe to bring a little Nonna-style flavor to your next Sunday supper — and follow @nonnapias for weekly recipes, cozy inspiration, and delicious Italian-inspired dishes.
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Sunday 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐚 — Baked Tomato Mac N’ Cheese
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This week’s recipe is 𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐜 𝐍’ 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐬𝐞. Creamy, cheesy pasta gets a luscious tomato twist with Nonna Pia’s Siciliana Sauce, then baked to golden perfection for a meal the whole family will love. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat. 🧀🍅
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Makes: 4–6 🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
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𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
• 8 oz elbow macaroni, cooked
• 1 ½ cups Nonna Pia’s Siciliana Sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
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𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
2️⃣ In a mixing bowl, combine pasta, Nonna Pia’s Siciliana Sauce, heavy cream, 1 ½ cups mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella and breadcrumbs if using.
4️⃣ Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
5️⃣ Let cool slightly, serve warm, and enjoy a cheesy, comforting bite!
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✨ Save this recipe to bring a little Nonna-style comfort to your next Sunday supper — and follow @nonnapias for weekly recipes, cozy kitchen inspiration, and family-favorite dishes.
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