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Home » Top 10 and Most Pinned Recipes of 2013!

Top 10 and Most Pinned Recipes of 2013!

January 1, 2014 36 Comments


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With the holidays behind us and having a few more precious moments to relax, breath, and JUST BE STILL, it’s time once again to re-cap the top 10 and most pinned recipes of 2013! from La Bella Vita Cucina that you pinned and commented the most on.  I have to say, even though I actually posted less often in 2013, the recipes that I did share are among my best recipes (according to you and my family).

What can I say?

YOU have great taste!!

So here we go with the countdown of the Top 10 and most pinned recipes of 2013 on La Bella Vita Cucina!  Interesting that there were equally five sweet and five savory recipes that were well-loved by you.

 

#10  Espresso and Chocolate Tres Leches Cake was favored by all of the chocolate and coffee lovers!

Top Recipes 2013

Espresso and Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

#9  Pork Saltimbocca with Creamy Polenta had readers writing directly to me about how much their families love this recipe that is now a ‘keeper’ in their homes!  I love reading all of your emails about your experiences cooking these recipes!

Top Recipes 2013

Pork Saltimbocca with Creamy Polenta

#8  White Chocolate Glazed Cranberry and Pistachio Biscotti was not only a top faved recipe, it was also selected to be a featured recipe in The Fresno Bee in California!  WOW!

Top Recipes 2013

White Chocolate Drizzled Cranberry and Pistachio Biscotti

#7 is this amazingly delicious and delicate Peach with Amaretto Cream Glaze Bundt Cake, so perfect for summer!

Top Recipes 2013

Peach Bundt Cake with Amaretto Cream Glaze

#6, Pork recipes are clearly a favorite every year, and these Pork Chops Marsala with Risotto Milanese kept that going in 2013 and were shared on Foodie more than any of my recipes.

Top Recipes 2013

Pork Chops Marsala with Risotto Milanese

#5 Sweets are certainly on your minds, as you indicated for this wonderful Italian Apple Torta

Top Recipes 2013

Italian Apple Torta

You love delicious, healthy food too!  The 4th most favorite recipe is this outstanding, full-of-flavor Grilled Swordfish Skewers with Mediterranean Olive Salsa Cruda

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Grilled Swordfish Kabobs with Mediterranean Olive Salsa Cruda

The #3 recipe is one that my son asked me to prepare.  I normally don’t make Mexican food, since we prefer to eat at our local Mexican restaurant, but you loved this recipe just like my son does:  Creamy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Top Recipes 2013

Creamy, Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

A darn close tie for first place is the #2 most popular recipe by many people who love this pasta:  Spaghetti with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs

Top Recipes 2013

Spaghetti with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs

And finally, the #1 recipe that has gone viral on Pinterest is my Strawberry Layer Cake with Strawberry Mascarpone Cheese Icing

Top Recipes 2013

Strawberry Layer Cake with Strawberry and Mascarpone Icing

Here are more lists of the top recipes on La Bella Vita Cucina:

Most Popular Recipes from 2012

Most Popular Recipes from 2011

Most Popular Recipes from 2010

 

Thank you for being part of my blogging life; I truly appreciate each of you!  Here’s to a wonderful new year in 2014 for all of you and your loved ones!

I’ll continue to share delicious recipes, great gardening tips, and LOTS of travel experiences and recommendations in 2014 (going to Italy for 2 weeks in May)!

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I love hearing from you and always do my best to respond to each and every one of you.  

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~ Roz

Comments

  1. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    January 1, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    What a round-up. I think they all qualify for being number one. You have the best food blog!

    Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 2:19 PM

      And I think that your blog is the best! Thank you much Maureen!

      Reply
  2. Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti says

    January 1, 2014 at 10:01 PM

    All your recipes are delicious, Roz! You are a very creative cook and I love that you share such authentic and heirloom Italian recipes. Have a very happy and healthy 2014!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 8:41 PM

      And I enjoy all of your authenticity too Pat! Happy 2014 e tu!

      Reply
  3. bellini says

    January 2, 2014 at 12:43 AM

    I must try the pork saltimbocca with polenta Roz. Here’s to 2014 continuing on this delicious vein.

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      Here’s to a full year of a delicious exchange of recipes Val!

      Reply
  4. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    January 2, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    A mouthwatering roundup, Roz. I would really love that cheesy chicken enchilada for my dinner!
    Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 3:57 PM

      Thanks so much Angie!

      Reply
  5. Shari Kelley says

    January 2, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    Hi Roz, I thoroughly enjoyed going through your best recipes of 2013. Your photography is so beautiful! There were a few recipes that I had somehow missed seeing so am so happy you did this post. I look forward to the recipes you will post in 2014 and can’t wait to try them! Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 8:53 PM

      Awe, thank you so much Shari! I feel the same about looking forward to your recipes and posts for 2014 good friend!

      Reply
  6. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

    January 2, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    I can certainly see why these post would be popular with everyone. It is interesting that savory and sweet were evenly divided but then everything you prepare always sounds so good.

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 4:09 PM

      I normally have more savory recipes that are the most popular, so I’m happy to see that some of my sweeter recipes were popular. Thanks, Kim

      Reply
  7. mjskit says

    January 3, 2014 at 12:06 AM

    The pasta with breadcrumbs and those wonderful biscotti are definitely on my 2014 list to make! Wonderful list of recipes!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 9:18 PM

      Both classic Italian recipes MJ! If you make them let me know what you think.
      xo

      Reply
  8. 2 Sisters Recipes says

    January 3, 2014 at 1:09 PM

    I love all of them Roz!! Happy New Year to you too. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for us in the coming year! All the best of health and wealth in 2014, and enjoy your new master in the house – your precious new grandson! Auguri e Buon Anno!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 4:31 PM

      Thanks Liz and Anna, I wish you buon anon also!

      Reply
  9. Liz says

    January 4, 2014 at 7:34 AM

    ALL winners, Roz! Pinned!!! Happy New Year, my friend!!!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 4:40 PM

      Buon anno e tu, mia amica Liz!

      Reply
  10. Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says

    January 4, 2014 at 12:32 PM

    Great roundup Roz. I pinned that bread crumb pasta and have yet to make it. And can you please pass me 3 plates of that pork saltimbocca? 😉

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 8:46 PM

      You have great taste Lea Ann, it’s an incredible recipe!

      Reply
  11. The Ninja Baker says

    January 5, 2014 at 12:33 AM

    Gorgeous (and delicious) dishes and desserts, indeed! May 2014 be as sweet or sweeter than 2013 =)

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 5:26 PM

      Every year is sweeter with friends such as you Kim! Blessings for the new year!

      Reply
  12. Adri says

    January 6, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    Well, that is one heck of a collection! Best wishes for more good cooking and a wonderful New Year to you and yours!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 5:29 PM

      And many buon anni to you anche, mia bella amica Adri! I have loved befriending you this year!

      Reply
  13. Kitchen Belleicious says

    January 7, 2014 at 10:40 PM

    Hey Roz! Hope you had the best christmas ever and here is to a great new year! These recipes all are amazing but that tres leches is calling my name

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 6:19 PM

      Oh thank you so much Jessica . . . same back at ya kiddo!

      Reply
  14. Cathy at Wives with Knives says

    January 9, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    What a fantastic recipe roundup, Roz. I want to make every single recipe. I hope you and your family have a healthy and very Happy New Year.

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 15, 2014 at 6:59 PM

      And have a wonderful new year to you as well, Cathy!

      Reply
  15. [email protected] is How I Cook says

    January 9, 2014 at 8:16 PM

    I don’t know where to start. My eye though is on that Tres Leches Cake. I’ve done a coconut one, but I am a real chocolate lover! And then to the pasta…

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 16, 2014 at 6:18 PM

      How about a bite of each Abbe?

      Reply
  16. Lail | With A Spin says

    January 12, 2014 at 7:07 AM

    A fabulous round up, Roz. All the recipes look fabulous! Wishing you a blessed 2014 with more winning recipes to come.

    Thank you for stopping by With A Spin and your heart warming comment. You are very kind.

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 16, 2014 at 6:27 PM

      Wishing all good things in return to you as well, Lail!

      Reply
  17. Annalisa says

    January 12, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    They are beautiful receipes! Compliments! I wish you a beautiful 2014! kisses from Italy!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 16, 2014 at 6:52 PM

      Buon anna e tu, Annalisa!

      Reply
  18. sonia says

    January 12, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    Hi There, Wonderful roundup !!! It’s wonderful to see your each and every dish. I simply adore your work ! And hope to see more of your creative endeavors soon ! Bookmarked this one and shall give it a shot :)) Wish you and your family a very Happy and Blessed New Year!!!
    Thanks & Regards, Sonia !!!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      March 16, 2014 at 6:57 PM

      What an incredibly kind sentiment to start my year out so positively! Blessings to you in return Sonia!

      Reply

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