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Simple Seasonal Recipes

Time-tested, authentic recipes created by a former private chef. Inspired by my Italian family and coastal lifestyle.

St. Patrick's Day Recipes

From traditional Irish dishes to Irish American treats, these festive recipes will get you into the Paddy spirit whether you have roots in Ireland or not. 

  • The BEST Irish Potato Candies
  • Irish Cheddar and Stout Biscuits
  • Sheet Pan Irish Nachos
  • Kate's Irish Beef Stew

Most Popular Recipes

  • Crispy Italian Breaded Chicken Cutlets
  • Spiedini alla Siciliana
  • Crispy Roasted Potatoes and Onions
  • The BEST Irish Potato Candies
  • Easy New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
  • Dijon Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
  • The New York Times Plum Torte
  • Unbreaded Eggplant Parm
  • Salted Chocolate + Caramel Ice Cream Cake
  • Linguine alle Vongole: Pasta with Clam Sauce
  • Flounder Meunière
  • Easy Homemade Jalapeño Hot Sauce

Hi, I'm Nicole Gaffney.

My friends all call me Coley - you should too! I'm a professionally trained chef specializing in coastal Italian cooking. Here you'll find hundreds of easy-to-follow recipes to help you become more confident in the kitchen.

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Appetizer Recipes

Whether you’re hosting a party for the Big Game or just looking for a tasty snack, I have you covered with plenty of crowd pleasing, easy-to-make recipes to help get the party started!

  • Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Herb Yogurt
  • Eggplant Caponata
  • Italian Chick Pea Fritters with Veggies
  • Radish Toasts with Chive Butter
  • Chipotle Guacamole
  • Lobster Corn Fritters with Tarragon Aioli
  • Blue Cheese Tartines with Apples + Arugula
  • Honey Roasted Plum Crostini with Burrata + Prosciutto (Video!)

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Winter Recipes

Tuck into the coldest months of the year with recipes to warm you up from the inside out! These cozy winter recipes will keep you happily well fed until spring.

  • Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with Parsnip Celery Root Puree
  • Slow Roasted Salmon with Orange + Fennel
  • Blueberry Ginger Hot Toddy
  • Chicken Pot Pie
  • Fennel + Onion Gratin
  • Authentic Italian Lasagna Alla Bolognese
  • Authentic Italian Beef Braciole
  • Croissant Morning Buns

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Soup Recipes

Soup season is here and I have plenty of hearty, satisfying soup recipes to warm you up and keep your belly full as the weather gets cooler!

  • Easy New England Fish Chowder
  • Classic Creamy Lobster Bisque
  • La Ribollita: Authentic Tuscan Soup
  • Easy + Inexpensive 5 Ingredient Bean Soup
  • Vegetable Minestrone with Parsley Pistou
  • Chicken Poblano White Bean Chili
  • 30 Minute Pesto Chicken, Kale + White Bean Soup
  • 20 Minute Spicy Carrot Soup with Yogurt + Sesame

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Casserole recipes

  • Incredible Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
  • Easy Baked Cauliflower Gratin
  • Easy Baked Eggplant Parmesan
  • Cheesy Baked Zucchini Gratin
  • Taco Cake
  • Turkey Moussaka
  • Celery Root + Parsnip Gratin
  • Kale Gratin

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Chicken Recipes

  • 5 Ingredient Easy Chicken Carnitas Tacos
  • Incredible Whole Roasted Chicken with Herbs
  • Roman Chicken Cacciatore
  • Peruvian Grilled Chicken with Spicy Green Sauce, Sweet Potato Wedges + Avocado Cucumber Salad
  • Chicken Mole Enchiladas
  • Almond Chicken Cutlets with Apple, Arugula + Brussels Sprout Salad
  • Turkey Pot Pies with Bacon, Caramelized Onions + Butternut Squash
  • Spring Chicken Pot Pies

See more Chicken Recipes →

Pasta + Risotto Recipes

  • Authentic Italian Marinara Sauce Recipe
  • No-Cook Fresh Sun Gold Tomato Pasta
  • Spring Vegetable Risotto with Asparagus, Peas, Radishes and Leeks
  • Rigatoni with Italian Sausage, Mascarpone + Walnuts
  • Sweet Potato Gnocchi
  • Chick Pea Pasta with Sausage + Broccoli Rabe
  • Pasta with Olives, Anchovies, Tomatoes + Breadcrumbs
  • Cacio e Pepe

See more Pasta + Risotto Recipes →

About Nicole

Hey! I'm Nicole Gaffney, but my friends all call me Coley. You should, too! Or call me Nicole. Just don't call me late for dinner.

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I'm Nicole Gaffney, but my friends all call me Coley. You should, too! I'm a chef and recipe developer specializing in seasonal, coastal Italian cooking. Here you'll find hundreds of time-tested, easy-to-follow recipes to help you become more confident in the kitchen!

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Winter Recipes

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Authentic Italian Lasagna Alla Bolognese

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La Ribollita: Authentic Tuscan Soup

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Authentic Italian Beef Braciole

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Incredible Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

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Easy Baked Cauliflower Gratin

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Turkish Coffee Flourless Chocolate Cake

Christmas

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Dijon Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb

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Classic Creamy Lobster Bisque

The Best Ever Traditional Italian Meatballs (Video!) | ColeyCooks.com

The Best Italian Meatballs

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Authentic Italian Lasagna Alla Bolognese

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Authentic Italian Beef Braciole

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Coquito - Puerto Rican Eggnog

Cookies + Bars

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Espresso Brownies

Meyer Lemon + Pistachio Sandwich Cookies | ColeyCooks.com

Meyer Lemon + Pistachio Sandwich Cookies

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Chocolate Toffee Chip Cookies

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Crispy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Apple Almond Shortbread Bars

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Mom's Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Italian Recipes

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Easy Baked Eggplant Parmesan

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Authentic Italian Lasagna Alla Bolognese

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Vegetable Minestrone with Parsley Pistou

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Linguini Carbonara with Peas

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Pasta with Olives, Anchovies, Tomatoes + Breadcrumbs

This simple classic Italian pasta recipe relies on good quality ingredients and proper technique to shine. Rich and creamy pasta perfection!

Cacio e Pepe

Seafood Recipes

Easy New England Fish Chowder

A white bowl with bright orange lobster soup with a lobster tail and chives on top.

Classic Creamy Lobster Bisque

Clams with Bacon, Tomatoes + Jalapeños | ColeyCooks.com

Clams with Bacon, Tomatoes + Jalapeños

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Easy Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

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Steamed Crabs Maryland Style

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Linguine alle Vongole: Pasta with Clam Sauce

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