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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.

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

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    Summer Recipes

    Oh hello, summer! Add these vibrant and easy summer recipes to your weekly menu.

    • Vegan Mango Sorbet (Ready in 5 Min!)
    • Tuscan Panzanella Salad with Parma Ham
    • Burrata Pasta Salad with Basil Oil
    • Socca Pizza with Parma Ham

    See all summer 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

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    Italian recipes

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

    • Italian Sesame Cookies - Reginelle
    • The Best Air Fryer Pizza
    • Crostata di Frutta - Italian Fruit Tart
    • Italian S Cookies - Biscotti A Esse
    • Sauteed Baby Broccoli
    • Chocolate Semifreddo with California Walnuts

    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

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    Best Pasta Recipes

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

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

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    Easy Plant-based Recipes

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

    • Easy Ratatouille Recipe
    • Vegetarian Lasagna with No-Cook White Sauce
    • Vegan Broccoli Pesto Pasta
    • How To Make Tomato Confit

    See all Plant-based 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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