As 2025 draws to a close, I took a swing through analytics to find the most popular new recipes of 2025 on Sarah’s Cucina Bella.
This was a big year for Sarah’s Cucina Bella. The site, which I started when my oldest child was just three months old, turned 20 this year. It’s amazing to look back on decades of this work, and see how far my life and work has come. It’s also amazing to look back on all the recipes I have shared over the last 20 years.
This year was an interesting one for SCB. Although I planned to post a lot more, along with a lot more variety of posts, that isn’t what happened. Instead, it became a year of reassessing, considering and planning for the future without enacting plans.
Of more than two dozen new posts this year, 21 included new recipes — among the smallest number of new recipes I’ve ever posted. And yet, there were some really good ones in here that became quick fan favorites.
To assemble this list of the most popular new recipes of 2025 on Sarah’s Cucina Bella, I turned to Google Analytics and looked to see which posts had the most traffic. Several stood out. So without further ado, there are the top 10 new recipes on SCB.
Most Popular 10 New Recipes of 2025 on Sarah's Cucina Bella
25 new posts. 21 new recipes. One year of good cooking, good flavors and good food on Sarah's Cucina Bella. But these 10 were the most popular shared this year.
Creole Shrimp Caesar Salad
Perfectly dressed caesar salad is topped with zesty Creole shrimp in this divine, satisfying dish. Excellent for lunch or dinner.
Grilled Salmon with Spinach Chimichurri
Fresh salmon with a hint of smoky flavor is served with a fresh, bright, earthy chimichurri sauce. It's a lovely meal for spring and summer.
Blueberry Banana Quick Bread
Get ready for a breakfast treat! This easy recipe for Blueberry Banana Quick Bread creates a tender, moist loaf dotted with berries.
Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Andouille Sausage and Apricots
Tender, sweet and zesty, Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Andouille Sausage and Apricots is a dish not to be missed.
Grilled Mini Spinach Lasagna
Cheesy, a little charred and filled with fresh flavor, Grilled Mini Spinach Lasagna is an easy comfort food recipe designed for outdoor cooking.
Salad Nicoise with Seared Tuna
Salad Nicoise with Seared Tuna is a bold, hearty salad that's absolutely delicious. Customize the ingredients to make your perfect composed salad.
Arugula Chimichurri
Bright and sultry, this Arugula Chimichurri recipe makes a perfect summer sauce for enjoying with whatever’s on the grill.
Prosciutto Burrata Open-Face Sandwich
Crusty bread, earthy pesto, warm cheese ... This easy Prosciutto Burrata Open Face Sandwich recipe makes a delightful lunch.
Garlic Sage White Bean Dip
Sage is a lovely herb that often makes an appearance with roasts and other hearty foods. In this satisfying dip, the herby sage compliments the earthy garlic in a lovely way. Serve it with your favorite array of veggie crudites, crackers or other dippers.
Buttermilk Cranberry White Chocolate Bread
This tender, sweet loaf is dotted with creamy white chocolate chips and tart fresh cranberries. It's a delightful treat for breakfast or snacking.
A Few of My Favorite Things
Of course, I never like to leave posts like this to analytics alone. Popularity is one thing, but I have a few favorites to share too. These three posts are a few of my personal favorites from this year.
Garlic Tomato Burrata Appetizer
Whether you call this a burrata board or just an amazing Garlic Tomato Burrata Appetizer recipe, one thing is for sure: It’s not to be missed.
Grilled Mussels with Shallots, Garlic, and White Wine
Fragrant and nuanced, Grilled Mussels with Shallots, Garlic, and White Wine are a delightful, light meal perfect for serving with grilled crusty bread to sop up the juices.
Carbonara with Quail Eggs and Pancetta
This creamy, rich, salty, satisfying Carbonara with Quail Eggs and Pancetta recipe is a quick and easy recipe that won’t feel like it. Try it for a special dinner.
So, What’s Coming in 2026?
That’s a great question. And if I am being super honest, I am not sure.
In an ideal world, I would fulfill those plans I had for 2025.
But ultimately, the only thing I know for sure right now is that I have a lot of recipes ready to post including a killer chocolate cookie recipe, an amazing Brussels sprouts recipe and a killer sausage pasta recipe. I can’t wait to develop more recipes too and post those as well.
Beyond this site, I also have two new cookbooks coming out this year, so I will be working on some promotion surrounding those too. That might even include some exclusive content here on SCB.
So no big resolutions for the site this year. Just a promise that I will be here, spreading the word about good food, for another great year.
Wishing you all the best as we cross into 2026!