Easy, Delicious Budget-Friendly Recipes.
Ricotta Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delicate, fluffy, and delicious, these ricotta chocolate chip cookies are so easy to make in one bowl and taste amazing straight out of the oven…
Artichoke Bruschetta
This artichoke bruschetta features crispy bread and scrumptious artichoke hearts, creamy ricotta, lemon juice, and herbs. It’s an easy Italian appetizer that tastes fresh, crunchy,…
Penne all’Arrabbiata – easy & quick!
Penne arrabbiata is one of the best Italian pasta dishes that is easy, quick, full of flavor, and budget-friendly! All you need is a handful…

Welcome! I’m the Italian cook and pasta lover behind The Clever Meal.
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