Italian
Sausage, Peppers, and Onions
When peppers are in season and homemade sausage is available, this is a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Prosciutto Wrapped Figs and Blue Cheese
The combination of figs, prosciutto and blue cheese is amazing.
Osso Bucco
A traditional dish from the Lombardy region in Italy. This is my grandmother’s recipe.
Risotto alla Milanese
Yum! Great served as a main dish or to accompany osso bucco.
Chicken Marsala
Tender chicken in a creamy mushroom and artichoke sauce.
Ragu Bolognese
This is my grandmother’s Ragu Bolognese recipe.
Farfalle with Ham and Peas
This is a great way to use leftover ham and peas. Kids love it!
Penne with Sausage, Peas and Mushrooms
My Italian-Colombian friend Giovanna made a pasta sauce using sausage as a base. I liked it so much that I started creating variations of my own. This version, with the addition of peas and mushrooms, has become one of my family’s favorite dishes.
Pesto Cavatappi with Chicken, Artichokes, and Mushrooms
A quick and tasty weeknight meal using leftover grilled chicken breasts.
Fruitti Di Mare
This Italian dish is delicious and healthy and kids love it.
Welcome to Columbine Kitchen!
My name is Kristin. Columbine Kitchen is where my passion for creative cooking, eating, and sharing recipes lives. Here, you’ll find a collection of my recipes that have become the go-to meals for my family and friends. Many were passed down to me while others I made up or modified to fit my own tastes and needs.
The recipes are a reflection of how I feed my family. I aim to use the freshest, finest whole food ingredients available. I believe in using butter and cream and only use high quality prepared or packaged items to save time. I hope you enjoy these recipes as much as I do. I look forward to hearing how they turn out for you!
Cosmopolitan Club
