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:...

Look for a creative way to use your Creamy Calabrian marinara? Try our Calabrian shrimp with orzo and Hot Crispy Oil. It’s the perfect elevated dinner plate with a kick and full of flavor. Serves 6 Ingredients 1 pound 16/20 shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons salted butter 1 medium shallot, finely minced (about ½ cup) 1½ cups dry orzo ¼ cup dry white wine 1 cup Ciao Pappy Creamy Calabrian Sauce 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock 4 ounces feta in brine, broken into large chunks 1 cup frozen peas ¼...

If we had to choose one last meal, it’d be this. A rich, slow-simmered Bolognese usually takes hours, but we’ve cracked the code. With Alla Pappy as your base, you can skip the hard stuff—no peeling, chopping, or slow-roasting required—while still getting that deep, savory, slow-cooked flavor. Ready to dig in? We’re giving you the full recipe so you can see just how easy and delicious it is. Ingredients: 4 oz bacon, finely chopped 1/2 lb ground beef 1/2lb pork mix 1 diced carrot 1 diced onion 1 diced celery stalk 2 tbsp butter ½ cup red wine ½ cup...