Claudia&Julia's Blog

Edamame has become one of the trendiest healthy snacks. You’ve likely seen it in Japanese restaurants or on Asian food menus, served as a light, flavorful starter. But the best part is that making it at home is very simple and quick. If you’re wondering how to cook edamame so it turns out perfect, with that glossy, slightly toasted touch, here is the complete guide.

The savory tart I'm bringing you today seems like a great option for casual dinners at home, or to take when we're guests, even for a picnic! I can assure you I really feel like making it on a Saturday night, letting it cool until Sunday morning, and enjoying it as a leisurely, luxurious family breakfast.

If you agree with me that baked potatoes are much more than a top-notch side dish, I'm sure this air-fryer cheesy roasted potatoes recipe will excite you as much as it does me. They turn out just as tasty as when made in the oven, but we'll take less time to make them. That means energy consumption will be lower, and it's always a pleasure to find ways to make the electricity bill smaller.

Although it’s not in season yet, today I bring you the wonderful baked cacio e pepe artichoke recipe, which you must make when they are at their best because it’s really worth it. The truth is I love artichokes, no matter how they are cooked. If someone gave me a bouquet of these flowers, they would make me the happiest person in the world!

Don't be intimidated by this recipe, because preparing this roasted beet carpaccio with goat cheese, pistachio crunch and honey is almost faster than reading the name of the dish. A different warm salad, elegant and very healthy, featuring an ingredient that doesn't get as much spotlight as it deserves: beetroot.

If you've never tried beetroot cream, this recipe will make you fall in love. Roasting it in the oven intensifies its sweet, earthy flavor, and when combined with the creaminess of coconut milk and the spicy hint of ginger, the result is simply spectacular. This roasted beetroot cream is comforting, with a perfect balance of sweetness, freshness, and that little spicy kick that makes it special.

This pea purée I'm bringing you today is one of those recipes that is easy, healthy, quick to make, flavorful and loved by everyone at home. As you can see, it meets all the necessary conditions to earn a permanent spot on the weekly menu. It's worth taking advantage of pea season, but if you can't find fresh peas or want to make this dish any time of year, you can use frozen ones.

Pan-fried gnocchi in a skillet is a little pleasure. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and with that comforting flavor that makes you always want seconds. We love them at home, and this time I paired them with Brussels sprouts, shiitake mushrooms, and a generous handful of grated pecorino on top. The result is a simple but delicious recipe, with a creamy touch and a bit of crunch that makes it irresistible.

Today I take you on a journey with this delicious traditional Shepherd’s Pie: Irish lamb pie. This typical meat pie is a true classic in Irish kitchens, and a dish that cannot be missing on Saint Patrick's Day. The celebration of St. Patrick's Day has crossed borders and I'm sure most of us mark the date in green on our calendars, like the green of the shamrock that the saint used as an example to explain the Holy Trinity.

If there's a pan that can perfectly brown a good potato rösti, it's undoubtedly De Buyer's Mineral iron pan. Its ability to retain and distribute heat evenly makes every bite achieve that perfect balance between a crispy exterior and a tender center.

Sometimes it can be hard to get the little ones at home — and some grown-ups too — to make a happy face when it's time to eat vegetables. But with these egg nests with vegetable spaghetti, you'll see everyone asking for seconds. This recipe is perfect for combining colorful vegetables, creating nests as eye-catching as they are nutritious, which will look stunning with the egg in the center.

There are flowers that are much prettier before they even appear on the plant. A clear example is the artichoke which, besides its beauty, offers a delicious flavor and a host of benefits for our bodies. With these artichokes with ham I’m sharing today, I bring you a traditional Spanish recipe made in a pressure cooker, so that what’s good and beautiful is also quick and budget-friendly. A perfect recipe!