A little crispy, a little saucy, and totally satisfying. Our Five-Step Easy Eggplant Parmesan is a lighter, faster twist on an Italian classic that brings Italian comfort home — made easy with Ciao Pappy Marinara and just five simple steps. INGREDIENTS: 2 medium eggplants 1 jar of Ciao Pappy’s Marinara Alla Pappy 1 ball of mozzarella ½ cup of grated Parmesan extra virgin olive oil for drizzling Kosher salt DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350°F. Slice your eggplants, season with salt, and roast for about 30 minutes Once softened, layer eggplant with mozzarella and marinara in a baking dish Top with...

This easy Mussels Marinara combines fresh mussels simmered in Ciao Pappy's Marinara Alla Pappy with a touch of white wine, garlic, and fresh basil. The best part is this one can be ready in about 20 minutes. Serves 2-4 Ingredients 2 pounds (908g) mussels, cleaned and scrubbed 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 3 cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup (120ml) dry white wine 1/2 jar of Ciao Pappy Marinara Alla Pappy 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (from your Lettuce Grow!) 1/4 cup chopped green onion (from your...

Classic Margherita PizzaNothing says la vita bella like a perfectly simple margherita pizza—nostalgic, no-fuss, and full of flavor when made with the right ingredients. Ingredients 1 ball of pizza dough 1 jar of Ciao Pappy’s Marinara Classico 1 ball of fresh mozzarella Fresh basil leaves Extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Directions Preheat your pizza oven to a high heat (around 750°F if using a wood-fired oven, or 500°F for a conventional oven with a pizza stone). On a floured surface, stretch your dough into your desired shape and thickness. Spoon a thin layer of Marinara...

A bright and zesty twist on a seasonal pasta dish. Ciao Pappy's Marinara Classico and west~bourne’s avocado oil come together with lemon and creamy ricotta for the perfect taste of spring. Two LA-based brands, rooted in a love for pure, clean ingredients.  Ingredients: 12 oz orecchiette 1 Tbsp extra virgin west~bourne avocado oil, plus more for serving Salt, to taste ½ cup frozen peas ¼ cup reserved pasta water Ricotta Mixture: 1 cup ricotta Zest of 1 lemon 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1–2 Tbsp avocado oil Freshly grated Parmesan or Romano, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste To Serve:...