Italian Food: Most Popular Articles
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Making Pasta
Making pasta at home takes effort, but can be lots of fun.
Making pasta at home takes effort, but can be lots of fun.
Making Risotto
Making a good risotto is rather like riding a bicycle: It takes a little bit of practice to begin with, and a certain amount of concentration thereafter. But making risotto is easy, and quite satisfying
Making a good risotto is rather like riding a bicycle: It takes a little bit of practice to begin with, and a certain amount of concentration thereafter. But making risotto is easy, and quite satisfying
Bruschetta
Bruschetta is one of the simplest things in the world to make, and can be very satisfying if you have good extravirgin olive oil.
Bruschetta is one of the simplest things in the world to make, and can be very satisfying if you have good extravirgin olive oil.
Classic Italian Dishes
Italian cooking is very difficult to pin down -- almost every city and town has its specialties, and there are regional trends too; the end result is a huge number of local cuisines rather than a single national cuisine. However, there are some dishes that you will find almost everywhere, and that are now standards among the many Italian communities scattered across the globe.
Italian cooking is very difficult to pin down -- almost every city and town has its specialties, and there are regional trends too; the end result is a huge number of local cuisines rather than a single national cuisine. However, there are some dishes that you will find almost everywhere, and that are now standards among the many Italian communities scattered across the globe.
Farro: Grain of the Legions
Farro: Grain of the Legions Grano Farro has a long and glorious history: it is the original grain from
Farro: Grain of the Legions Grano Farro has a long and glorious history: it is the original grain from
How to Make Focaccia
Focaccia, or schiacciata, is a simple savory flatbread that's a fine change of pace from regular bread. It's also a wonderful base for a sandwich, and, when made with a topping, is one of the finest nibble-foods there is.
Focaccia, or schiacciata, is a simple savory flatbread that's a fine change of pace from regular bread. It's also a wonderful base for a sandwich, and, when made with a topping, is one of the finest nibble-foods there is.
Favorite Summer Pasta
Italian foods are seasonal, with rich foods during the winter to keep the chill at bay, and lighter, more refershing dishes in the summer to help us deal with the heat. Here are some summer pasta dishes I especially like.
Italian foods are seasonal, with rich foods during the winter to keep the chill at bay, and lighter, more refershing dishes in the summer to help us deal with the heat. Here are some summer pasta dishes I especially like.
Using a wood-fired pizza oven
To use a wood-fired pizza oven you must have two things: A hot oven and pizza dough (toppings aren't essential, as there are also focaccia and other flat breads). We'll begin with the dough.
To use a wood-fired pizza oven you must have two things: A hot oven and pizza dough (toppings aren't essential, as there are also focaccia and other flat breads). We'll begin with the dough.
Zucchini
Zucchini Zucchini were, in the past, the quintessential Italian summer vegetable: Tiny, flavorful baby
Zucchini Zucchini were, in the past, the quintessential Italian summer vegetable: Tiny, flavorful baby
Squash and Zucchini Blossoms
Zucchini and squash blossoms are an extraordinarily delicate summer treat. Zucchini blossoms are wonderful fried and delightful stuffed. How to select and cook zucchini blossoms.
Zucchini and squash blossoms are an extraordinarily delicate summer treat. Zucchini blossoms are wonderful fried and delightful stuffed. How to select and cook zucchini blossoms.
About Potato Gnocchi
Gnocchi, Potato and Otherwise: Gnocchi are little dumplings, and though gocchi di patata -- potato gnocchi -- are the best known, there are many other tasty varieties of gnocchi.
Gnocchi, Potato and Otherwise: Gnocchi are little dumplings, and though gocchi di patata -- potato gnocchi -- are the best known, there are many other tasty varieties of gnocchi.
Stuffed Zucchini
There are many recipes for stuffed zucchini. This stuffed zucchini recipe is from Basilicata, and is quite simple, with bread crumbs, minced beef, and grated pecorino.
There are many recipes for stuffed zucchini. This stuffed zucchini recipe is from Basilicata, and is quite simple, with bread crumbs, minced beef, and grated pecorino.
Pizza: Background & More
Italy has many traditional pizza toppings, for example the quattro stagioni, which I have never come across in pizzerias elsewhere. Here's a quick rundown.
Italy has many traditional pizza toppings, for example the quattro stagioni, which I have never come across in pizzerias elsewhere. Here's a quick rundown.
Polenta, Angelo e Demone
Polenta is easy to make, and the home made variety does taste better than what you can buy in a store. Never made it? Here's how.
Polenta is easy to make, and the home made variety does taste better than what you can buy in a store. Never made it? Here's how.
The Pasta Shapes Glossary
Pasta comes in an astonishing variety of shapes, some of which are common throughout Italy, and some of which are limited to a particular region, or even town. There are also specialty shapes produced by individual pasta makers.
Pasta comes in an astonishing variety of shapes, some of which are common throughout Italy, and some of which are limited to a particular region, or even town. There are also specialty shapes produced by individual pasta makers.
Creamy Tomato Sauce
A delicate cream sauce with a pleasing blush from tomatoes, and all over pasta: This is good when you're in a rush, or if unexpected company stops in.
A delicate cream sauce with a pleasing blush from tomatoes, and all over pasta: This is good when you're in a rush, or if unexpected company stops in.
The Whole Spread
A Fabulous Fruit Bar!
A Fabulous Fruit Bar!
Insalata Caprese
Insalata Caprese is a simple summer salad made with tomatoes, mozzarella olive oil, and basil: Food fit for a king!
Insalata Caprese is a simple summer salad made with tomatoes, mozzarella olive oil, and basil: Food fit for a king!
Arancini di Riso
In addition to being fine snacks, these golden filled rice balls make excellent antipasti at parties, and if you make several small batches with different fillings they'll work very well with other fried foods as part of a fritto misto (mixed fried foods). Or you may want a lighter meal, and just serve them with a tossed salad.
In addition to being fine snacks, these golden filled rice balls make excellent antipasti at parties, and if you make several small batches with different fillings they'll work very well with other fried foods as part of a fritto misto (mixed fried foods). Or you may want a lighter meal, and just serve them with a tossed salad.
Pasta with Smoked Salmon
Pasta with smoked salmon is one of the standard Italian Valentine’s Day recipes (the versions printed are often aimed at men). This particular pasta with smoked salmon recipe is based on a dish of pasta I enjoyed many years ago at Il Pantheon, a restaurant in Rome.
Pasta with smoked salmon is one of the standard Italian Valentine’s Day recipes (the versions printed are often aimed at men). This particular pasta with smoked salmon recipe is based on a dish of pasta I enjoyed many years ago at Il Pantheon, a restaurant in Rome.
Dino's Marinara Sauce Recipe
Dino Romano recently took me to task for linking to a modern Italian (in Italian) marinara sauce recipe that took liberties he was right to object to, saying: "Even Neapolitans, known for some departures when it comes to plain tomato sauce, wouldn't use parsley and oregano AND onion mixed with garlic in a sauce." Here is his marinara sauce recipe. Actually, two marinara sauces, one with whole tomatoes and the other with pureed tomatoes.
Dino Romano recently took me to task for linking to a modern Italian (in Italian) marinara sauce recipe that took liberties he was right to object to, saying: "Even Neapolitans, known for some departures when it comes to plain tomato sauce, wouldn't use parsley and oregano AND onion mixed with garlic in a sauce." Here is his marinara sauce recipe. Actually, two marinara sauces, one with whole tomatoes and the other with pureed tomatoes.
Cannelloni & Manicotti
Easy, delicious and elegant -- who could ask for more? From your Mining Co. Guide
Easy, delicious and elegant -- who could ask for more? From your Mining Co. Guide
Lambrusco
Lambrusco is the perfect wine for a picnic, cookout, or light meal.
Lambrusco is the perfect wine for a picnic, cookout, or light meal.
Spaghetti with Pesto Sauce
Pesto Sauce is a classic garlicky basil sauce from Liguria. Pesto sauce is one of one of the finest summer pasta sauces.
Pesto Sauce is a classic garlicky basil sauce from Liguria. Pesto sauce is one of one of the finest summer pasta sauces.
Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan, or Melanzane alla Parmigiana, is one of the great Neapolitan dishes that has spread across the globe. Eggplant Parmesan is a superb Neapolitan combination of tomatoes, eggplant, and cheese.
Eggplant Parmesan, or Melanzane alla Parmigiana, is one of the great Neapolitan dishes that has spread across the globe. Eggplant Parmesan is a superb Neapolitan combination of tomatoes, eggplant, and cheese.
Zucchini Stuffed with Meat
Zucchine Ripiene di Carne: Stuffed zucchini are a wonderful main dish in the summer months, and these, which have a meat filling, will also work for an elegant meal. They will be good both hot and cold.
Zucchine Ripiene di Carne: Stuffed zucchini are a wonderful main dish in the summer months, and these, which have a meat filling, will also work for an elegant meal. They will be good both hot and cold.
Florentine Style Steak
Many in the English-speaking world would call this a Porterhouse and wonder what the fuss is about. And they'd be right in most cases; though Bistecca alla Fiorentina is featured prominently on the menus of almost all the restaurants in Florence, finding a good one isn't at all easy. But when you do it's heaven on earth, delightfully rich, flavorful rare meat so tender it can be cut with a spoon. Much of the secret is the breed of cattle, Chianina beef...
Many in the English-speaking world would call this a Porterhouse and wonder what the fuss is about. And they'd be right in most cases; though Bistecca alla Fiorentina is featured prominently on the menus of almost all the restaurants in Florence, finding a good one isn't at all easy. But when you do it's heaven on earth, delightfully rich, flavorful rare meat so tender it can be cut with a spoon. Much of the secret is the breed of cattle, Chianina beef...
About Ravioli, Tortellini...
Almost every region of Italy has some form of stuffed pasta. A quick overview and many recipes.
Almost every region of Italy has some form of stuffed pasta. A quick overview and many recipes.
The heart of the spread, with the pineapple starburst in the foreground.
All Kinds Of Beautifully Arranged Fruit
All Kinds Of Beautifully Arranged Fruit
Orecchiette
Orecchiette Orecchiette are a distinctive Puglian type of pasta shaped roughly like small ears, hence
Orecchiette Orecchiette are a distinctive Puglian type of pasta shaped roughly like small ears, hence
Fresh Figs!
Fresh figs have been a South Italian staple for thousands of years. They're wonderful as is, make excellent jams, are superb in cakes, and that's just the beginning.
Fresh figs have been a South Italian staple for thousands of years. They're wonderful as is, make excellent jams, are superb in cakes, and that's just the beginning.
Grilled Zucchini
Grilled Zucchini: One would expect grilled zucchini to be an obvious dish, but it's not nearly as common as all that. The recipe is courtesy of Ivana, who prepared it for a wonderful meal in the hinterland of Verona. It's more of a procedure than a recipe.
Grilled Zucchini: One would expect grilled zucchini to be an obvious dish, but it's not nearly as common as all that. The recipe is courtesy of Ivana, who prepared it for a wonderful meal in the hinterland of Verona. It's more of a procedure than a recipe.
Pasta Cooking
Cooking pasta is easy, but there are rules to pasta cooking that will lead to perfectly cooked pasta every time.
Cooking pasta is easy, but there are rules to pasta cooking that will lead to perfectly cooked pasta every time.
Caponata alla Siciliana
The dish more people probably associate with Sicily than any other is caponata, a (generally) eggplanty delight that has now spread throughout the Peninsula -- a zesty summer dish that's ideal for perking up an indolent appetite on a hot day.
The dish more people probably associate with Sicily than any other is caponata, a (generally) eggplanty delight that has now spread throughout the Peninsula -- a zesty summer dish that's ideal for perking up an indolent appetite on a hot day.
Vitello Tonnato
Vitello tonnato, chilled veal in a tuna sauce, is one of THE classic summer dishes, and is also the traditional centerpiece of the Ferragosto dinner in Milano (Assumption Day, August 15).
Vitello tonnato, chilled veal in a tuna sauce, is one of THE classic summer dishes, and is also the traditional centerpiece of the Ferragosto dinner in Milano (Assumption Day, August 15).
Fried Mozzarella
The idea of frying a cheese that melts when it gets hot might strike some as strange, but if it's breaded the breading will form a golden crunchy crust, while what's inside will be deliciously creamy. As an added bonus, fried mozzarella is very easy to do. To serve 4:
The idea of frying a cheese that melts when it gets hot might strike some as strange, but if it's breaded the breading will form a golden crunchy crust, while what's inside will be deliciously creamy. As an added bonus, fried mozzarella is very easy to do. To serve 4:
Tiramisu
A couple of people have asked me for which is my favorite among the dozens of Tiramisu recipes out there. Put simply, wife Elisabetta's.
A couple of people have asked me for which is my favorite among the dozens of Tiramisu recipes out there. Put simply, wife Elisabetta's.
Cannoli
Cannoli Carnival, otherwise known as Martedì Grasso (Mardigras), means different things in different
Cannoli Carnival, otherwise known as Martedì Grasso (Mardigras), means different things in different
Bucatini all'Amatriciana
Bucatini all'Amatriciana: This zesty pancetta and tomato sauce is commonly associated with Lazio and Rome, but is actually from the town of Amatrice, a part of the Abruzzo before Mussolini redrew the maps.
Bucatini all'Amatriciana: This zesty pancetta and tomato sauce is commonly associated with Lazio and Rome, but is actually from the town of Amatrice, a part of the Abruzzo before Mussolini redrew the maps.
Funghi Porcini
Funghi Porcini "Every year come September, the price of mushrooms drops and I stock up on porcini," wrote
Funghi Porcini "Every year come September, the price of mushrooms drops and I stock up on porcini," wrote
Lemon Ice
Lemon Ice: Aggie, who has kindly shared several recipes, says: "This is a Lemon Ice recipe from a friend in CT who said it was passed down from her Italian ancestors. We have enjoyed it."
Lemon Ice: Aggie, who has kindly shared several recipes, says: "This is a Lemon Ice recipe from a friend in CT who said it was passed down from her Italian ancestors. We have enjoyed it."
Tuscan Bread Salad
Panzanella is a refreshing Tuscan summer bread salad. Panzanella is quick to make, requires no cooking, and is the perfect thing to enjoy on a hot summer day, especially at a picnic or cookout.
Panzanella is a refreshing Tuscan summer bread salad. Panzanella is quick to make, requires no cooking, and is the perfect thing to enjoy on a hot summer day, especially at a picnic or cookout.
Rice with Basil and Tomatoes
Tomatoes, basil and rice go perfectly together and make for a delightfully refreshing summer dish.
Tomatoes, basil and rice go perfectly together and make for a delightfully refreshing summer dish.
A watermelon basket filled with grapes and surrounding fruit.
A Watermelon Basket, Filled With Grapes and Surrounded By Fruit
A Watermelon Basket, Filled With Grapes and Surrounded By Fruit
Saltimbocca alla Romana
Saltimbocca is one of the most classic Roman dishes. The name literally translates as hopinthemouth and is singularly appropriate -- you can never have too many of these veal cutlets with prosciutto and sage.
Saltimbocca is one of the most classic Roman dishes. The name literally translates as hopinthemouth and is singularly appropriate -- you can never have too many of these veal cutlets with prosciutto and sage.
Pollo al Mattone
Pollo al Mattone, Chicken under a Brick, is an ancient recipe: It's featured in Etruscan frescos. And well it might be, because it's simple to do and quite tasty.
Pollo al Mattone, Chicken under a Brick, is an ancient recipe: It's featured in Etruscan frescos. And well it might be, because it's simple to do and quite tasty.
Bolognese Sauce
You may grow old, even doddering, but if you know how to make a good meat sauce for pasta people will still beat a path to your door.
You may grow old, even doddering, but if you know how to make a good meat sauce for pasta people will still beat a path to your door.
Pickled Vegetables
Giardiniera, or mixed pickled vegetables, is what most Italians think of when they hear the words Sotto Aceti, a collection of mixed pickled vegetables. The standard Italian antipasto misto wouldn't be quite right without these, and they also work very well with boiled meats in the winter months.
Giardiniera, or mixed pickled vegetables, is what most Italians think of when they hear the words Sotto Aceti, a collection of mixed pickled vegetables. The standard Italian antipasto misto wouldn't be quite right without these, and they also work very well with boiled meats in the winter months.
How To Fry Zucchini Blossoms
Zucchini and squash blossoms are (I think) one of the most delightful summer vegetables. They're good stuffed, but divine when fried.
Zucchini and squash blossoms are (I think) one of the most delightful summer vegetables. They're good stuffed, but divine when fried.
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Spaghetti with Meatballs When I was little, I always wondered why I never encountered the spaghetti with
Spaghetti with Meatballs When I was little, I always wondered why I never encountered the spaghetti with
Aglio!
Italian cooking is less garlicky than many think, though it does play a vital roll in Italian kitchens, and there are some tremendous exceptions to this generalization.
Italian cooking is less garlicky than many think, though it does play a vital roll in Italian kitchens, and there are some tremendous exceptions to this generalization.
Never Cooked Italian?
One of the drawbacks of living in Italy is that one tends to take Italian culture for granted and assume everyone else is familiar with it too. If you've never been to Italy you may well not, even if you enjoy cooking Italian dishes -- the few times I have eaten in Italian restaurants abroad the meals haven't been anything like what I'd serve at home in Tuscany.
One of the drawbacks of living in Italy is that one tends to take Italian culture for granted and assume everyone else is familiar with it too. If you've never been to Italy you may well not, even if you enjoy cooking Italian dishes -- the few times I have eaten in Italian restaurants abroad the meals haven't been anything like what I'd serve at home in Tuscany.
Four Cheese Sauce for Pasta
Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi, or Four Cheese Sauce for Pasta: I was recently asked for a four cheeses sauce for pasta. Here are a couple variations on four cheese sauce.
Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi, or Four Cheese Sauce for Pasta: I was recently asked for a four cheeses sauce for pasta. Here are a couple variations on four cheese sauce.
Vegetarian Lasagna
There are as many variations on lasagna as there are cooks. This vegetarian lasagna recipe is light and refreshing, and will be perfect in the hotter months, when a richer meaty lasagna would simply be too much.
There are as many variations on lasagna as there are cooks. This vegetarian lasagna recipe is light and refreshing, and will be perfect in the hotter months, when a richer meaty lasagna would simply be too much.
Spaghetti Aio Oio
Spaghetti Aio Oio, with garlic and olive oil, is the one dish that all Italian men know how to make. It's also quite popular as a late night snack among friends, say after a night out at the theater.
Spaghetti Aio Oio, with garlic and olive oil, is the one dish that all Italian men know how to make. It's also quite popular as a late night snack among friends, say after a night out at the theater.
Pasta al Forno
Italy has many recipes for lasagna, and other kinds of baked pasta, which are collectively called pasta al forno in Italian. Here you will find a rundown of Italian lasagna recipes and baked pasta recipes, with timballo and timpano recipes too
Italy has many recipes for lasagna, and other kinds of baked pasta, which are collectively called pasta al forno in Italian. Here you will find a rundown of Italian lasagna recipes and baked pasta recipes, with timballo and timpano recipes too
Spaghetti with Clams
Spaghetti with clams is the quintessential summer dish, and is amazingly refreshing on a hot day. Though you can use canned shellfish packed in their juice to make spaghetti alle vongole, live clams are far better. I prefer them in a white (tomato free) sauce because I find that tomatoes overshadow the flavor of the clams.
Spaghetti with clams is the quintessential summer dish, and is amazingly refreshing on a hot day. Though you can use canned shellfish packed in their juice to make spaghetti alle vongole, live clams are far better. I prefer them in a white (tomato free) sauce because I find that tomatoes overshadow the flavor of the clams.
Classic Italian Breads
Bread is one of the most variable of Italian foods: In different areas you'll find different flours or combinations of flours, some poeple use salt and others do not, some shape their breads into loaves, whereas others prefer rounds, wheels, or even crosses, some brush their bread with oil, some dry it... And that's just a beginning.
Bread is one of the most variable of Italian foods: In different areas you'll find different flours or combinations of flours, some poeple use salt and others do not, some shape their breads into loaves, whereas others prefer rounds, wheels, or even crosses, some brush their bread with oil, some dry it... And that's just a beginning.
Grilled Eggplant
Eggplant is one of the easiest vegetables to grill, and grilled eggplant is an excellent antipasto or side dish.
Eggplant is one of the easiest vegetables to grill, and grilled eggplant is an excellent antipasto or side dish.
Zucchini w/a Meatless Filling
This is a Lenten zucchini recipe, and as such shouldn't contain meat. But it does have some, because Italians consider cured meats to be flavoring agents rather than meat. You can omit it if you want truly meatless zucchini.
This is a Lenten zucchini recipe, and as such shouldn't contain meat. But it does have some, because Italians consider cured meats to be flavoring agents rather than meat. You can omit it if you want truly meatless zucchini.
Artusi's Minestrone Recipe
Minestrone, a thick, hearty vegetable soup, is one of Italy's signature dishes. Minestrone never comes out the same way twice, and it's always good.
Minestrone, a thick, hearty vegetable soup, is one of Italy's signature dishes. Minestrone never comes out the same way twice, and it's always good.
Limoncello
True Limoncello is made in Sorrento, from lemons whose trees overlook the Mediterranean. However, if you have good lemons where you live (I'd want organically grown here), you can get pretty close. And it's easy.
True Limoncello is made in Sorrento, from lemons whose trees overlook the Mediterranean. However, if you have good lemons where you live (I'd want organically grown here), you can get pretty close. And it's easy.
Favorite Zucchini Recipes
Zucchini are one of the hallmarks of summer, and one of the best excuses to plant a summer vegetable patch, which will allow you to harvest them when they're smaller than many commercial growers prefer, and also more flavorful than what you'll find at the market. Wife Elisabetta likes her zucchini just steamed. I prefer to do a little more with them, and here are some of my favorite Italian zucchini recipes.
Zucchini are one of the hallmarks of summer, and one of the best excuses to plant a summer vegetable patch, which will allow you to harvest them when they're smaller than many commercial growers prefer, and also more flavorful than what you'll find at the market. Wife Elisabetta likes her zucchini just steamed. I prefer to do a little more with them, and here are some of my favorite Italian zucchini recipes.
Rice Salad - Insala di Riso
Rice salad, or insalata di riso, is one of those classic Italian summer dishes that varies greatly from cook too cook. This recipe is especially rich to give an idea of what can go into it. Feel free to tone it down or substitute other things to your taste.
Rice salad, or insalata di riso, is one of those classic Italian summer dishes that varies greatly from cook too cook. This recipe is especially rich to give an idea of what can go into it. Feel free to tone it down or substitute other things to your taste.
Salumi
Recipe requests come in waves. In winter, people write for instructions on making cold cuts from pork: Salami, prosciutto, salsiccia, finocchiona, pancetta, and so on, which are collectively referred to as salumi. In the past these were all made when hogs were butchered in late fall or early winter, and set aside to guarantee a supply of meat during the warmer months when uncured meats would spoil rapidly.
Recipe requests come in waves. In winter, people write for instructions on making cold cuts from pork: Salami, prosciutto, salsiccia, finocchiona, pancetta, and so on, which are collectively referred to as salumi. In the past these were all made when hogs were butchered in late fall or early winter, and set aside to guarantee a supply of meat during the warmer months when uncured meats would spoil rapidly.
Home-Made Ricotta
Home-Made Ricotta From Cosa Bolle in Pentola , the Newsletter : Moving decisively towards food, Diana
Home-Made Ricotta From Cosa Bolle in Pentola , the Newsletter : Moving decisively towards food, Diana
Picnic Foods
With the arrival of the summer months, Italians flee the cities whenever possible -- down to the shore to catch some rays, or up into the mountains to escape the heat. Food plays an important part in this, especially in escapes to the hills, where, come lunch time folding chairs, picnic tables, and coolers appear, and everyone settles in the shade of the trees....
With the arrival of the summer months, Italians flee the cities whenever possible -- down to the shore to catch some rays, or up into the mountains to escape the heat. Food plays an important part in this, especially in escapes to the hills, where, come lunch time folding chairs, picnic tables, and coolers appear, and everyone settles in the shade of the trees....
Italian Pizza Toppings & More
cup tomato sauce pizza ovens calzone pizza shredded mozzarella pizza pizza: Pizza toppings and Calzone Fillings.
cup tomato sauce pizza ovens calzone pizza shredded mozzarella pizza pizza: Pizza toppings and Calzone Fillings.
Panna Cotta
Here's a recipe for Panna Cotta, a traditional Piemontese pudding.
Here's a recipe for Panna Cotta, a traditional Piemontese pudding.
Pasta Primavera
Pasta Primavera: This recipe, which Italians call either garden or greengrocer's pasta (all'orto or dell'ortolano, respectively) is extremely refreshing and very nice in the summer months.
Pasta Primavera: This recipe, which Italians call either garden or greengrocer's pasta (all'orto or dell'ortolano, respectively) is extremely refreshing and very nice in the summer months.
Vittorio's Grilled Chicken
Vittorio's grilled chicken is a cut above most: Simple, delicately flavored, and mild enough that you won't need to chase your drumstick with a bottle of Lambrusco.
Vittorio's grilled chicken is a cut above most: Simple, delicately flavored, and mild enough that you won't need to chase your drumstick with a bottle of Lambrusco.
Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms
Mushroom risotto is wonderful, especially in the fall when the mushrooms are freshly dried.
Mushroom risotto is wonderful, especially in the fall when the mushrooms are freshly dried.
Penne with Vodka Sauce
Penne alla Vodka, Penne with a creamy, tomatoey Vodka Sauce, is very easy to prepare. Quick, too.
Penne alla Vodka, Penne with a creamy, tomatoey Vodka Sauce, is very easy to prepare. Quick, too.
Pasta and Bean Soup
Pasta e fagioli, also known as pasta fazool (and many other variations on the spelling) is a universal comfort soup that almost everyone has come up with, and there are a tremendous number of local variations on the theme in Italy. This particular pasta e fagioli recipe is Tuscan.
Pasta e fagioli, also known as pasta fazool (and many other variations on the spelling) is a universal comfort soup that almost everyone has come up with, and there are a tremendous number of local variations on the theme in Italy. This particular pasta e fagioli recipe is Tuscan.
Neapolitan Tomato Sauce
Though slow-cooking pomarola is quite tasty, there are times you'll want something quicker -- that's when this classic Neapolitan tomato sauce, known in the US as Marinara Sauce, comes into play. It's perfect for pasta, but will also work well with rice or pizza.
Though slow-cooking pomarola is quite tasty, there are times you'll want something quicker -- that's when this classic Neapolitan tomato sauce, known in the US as Marinara Sauce, comes into play. It's perfect for pasta, but will also work well with rice or pizza.
Focaccia
Focaccia: This is a simple savory bread warm from the oven, to be enjoyed with a crisp cool white wine, or a rosé from the regione di Ponente (western Liguria, where the sun sets over the mountains). It's also a wonderful base for a sandwich, and is one of the finest nibble-foods there is.
Focaccia: This is a simple savory bread warm from the oven, to be enjoyed with a crisp cool white wine, or a rosé from the regione di Ponente (western Liguria, where the sun sets over the mountains). It's also a wonderful base for a sandwich, and is one of the finest nibble-foods there is.
Tuscan Tomato Sauce, Pomarola
There's no dish quite so refreshing on a hot day as a bowl of pasta seasoned with lots of freshly made pomarola (Marinara in the US) and a handful of grated cheese. This recipe expands well, and most households make gallons of it when the flood of tomatoes reaches its peak in August, forcing the prices down. It can also be adapted to canned plum tomatoes.
There's no dish quite so refreshing on a hot day as a bowl of pasta seasoned with lots of freshly made pomarola (Marinara in the US) and a handful of grated cheese. This recipe expands well, and most households make gallons of it when the flood of tomatoes reaches its peak in August, forcing the prices down. It can also be adapted to canned plum tomatoes.
Grilled Bell Peppers
It is extremely easy to grill bell peppers, and few dishes are as satisfying in summer. Italians generally serve grilled bell peppers cool or lightly chilled, and they work very well as an antipasto, or with grilled meats or fish. These grilled bell peppers are mild-flavored; should you prefer them hotter add some shredded fresh hot pepper to the seasonings. Though the peppers will be excellent the day they are made they will be better the next day, and you may want to make them ahead.
It is extremely easy to grill bell peppers, and few dishes are as satisfying in summer. Italians generally serve grilled bell peppers cool or lightly chilled, and they work very well as an antipasto, or with grilled meats or fish. These grilled bell peppers are mild-flavored; should you prefer them hotter add some shredded fresh hot pepper to the seasonings. Though the peppers will be excellent the day they are made they will be better the next day, and you may want to make them ahead.
Yogurt Gelato
Yogurt Ice Cream, or Gelato di Yogurt: Yogurt adds a pleasing liveliness to ice cream, and makes it very refreshing too. The recipe calls for fruit, which can be whatever you choose that's fresh and ripe. You can also make plain yogurt ice cream, which is perfect on a hot day.
Yogurt Ice Cream, or Gelato di Yogurt: Yogurt adds a pleasing liveliness to ice cream, and makes it very refreshing too. The recipe calls for fruit, which can be whatever you choose that's fresh and ripe. You can also make plain yogurt ice cream, which is perfect on a hot day.
Puttanesca Sauce
There are a number of stories about the origins of puttanesca sauce, the raciest being that a Puttana, or Lady of the Evening, could cook it in the time it took her to take care of a client, and enjoy it while recovering from her exertions. Whatever, it is good.
There are a number of stories about the origins of puttanesca sauce, the raciest being that a Puttana, or Lady of the Evening, could cook it in the time it took her to take care of a client, and enjoy it while recovering from her exertions. Whatever, it is good.
Preparing Live Clams
Simply put, you soak them in salted water.
Simply put, you soak them in salted water.
Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Spaghetti alla Carbonara is breathtakingly simple: Eggs, mixed into cooked, crumbled pancetta and stirred into pasta, whose heat cooks them. Very tasty and very simple.
Spaghetti alla Carbonara is breathtakingly simple: Eggs, mixed into cooked, crumbled pancetta and stirred into pasta, whose heat cooks them. Very tasty and very simple.
Vinegar: An Unlikely Gift from the Gods
Vinegar has many uses, and is easy to make at home too, as are aromatic vinegars that do a wonderful job adding zest to other foods.
Vinegar has many uses, and is easy to make at home too, as are aromatic vinegars that do a wonderful job adding zest to other foods.
Alfredo Sauce and Cream Sauce
Fiesolana Sauce is a smooth, creamy, cream sauce, and will work well over pasta or stuffed pasta, especially tortellini with a meat filling. If you modify the recipe slightly, you instead obtain an Alfredo sauce.
Fiesolana Sauce is a smooth, creamy, cream sauce, and will work well over pasta or stuffed pasta, especially tortellini with a meat filling. If you modify the recipe slightly, you instead obtain an Alfredo sauce.
Melanzane - Eggplant, or Aubergines
We've come a long way since the days Italian thought eggplant was poisonous. Eggplant is now one of the most popular summer vegetables in Italy.
We've come a long way since the days Italian thought eggplant was poisonous. Eggplant is now one of the most popular summer vegetables in Italy.
Fagiolini: String Beans!
Fagiolini Back when vegetables were seasonal, string beans were glorious proof that the increasingly
Fagiolini Back when vegetables were seasonal, string beans were glorious proof that the increasingly
How to Make Risotto
Making Risotto: You sauté your herbs and flavorings in unsalted butter or olive oil, add the rice and sauté it too in the oil to lightly toast it, add a little wine, and, once it has evaporated, begin adding simmering broth or stock until the rice is done add butter and cheese if you want, let it sit for a couple of minutes, and serve. There are some variations, however. For example, if your flavoring is moist, and thus can't be sautéed, you can use the two pot technique.
Making Risotto: You sauté your herbs and flavorings in unsalted butter or olive oil, add the rice and sauté it too in the oil to lightly toast it, add a little wine, and, once it has evaporated, begin adding simmering broth or stock until the rice is done add butter and cheese if you want, let it sit for a couple of minutes, and serve. There are some variations, however. For example, if your flavoring is moist, and thus can't be sautéed, you can use the two pot technique.
Classic Italian Cakes
classic italian dishes cassata alla siciliana panettone milano panettone ripieno layer cakes: Classic Italian dishes
classic italian dishes cassata alla siciliana panettone milano panettone ripieno layer cakes: Classic Italian dishes
Walnut Liqueur - Nocino
Nocino, or Walnut liqueur, is quite tasty and extremely delicate. It's also easy to make, and a great gift.
Nocino, or Walnut liqueur, is quite tasty and extremely delicate. It's also easy to make, and a great gift.
Ceci!
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzos, may be native to the Orient, but have been a staple in the Mediterranean Basin for hundreds of years, and are quite common throughout Italy.
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzos, may be native to the Orient, but have been a staple in the Mediterranean Basin for hundreds of years, and are quite common throughout Italy.
Zucchini Blossoms Certosina
Zucchini Blossoms Certosina-Style, or Fiori di Zucca alla Certosina: Here's a simple, zesty Emilia-Romagnan recipe for Zucchini blossoms. One could serve them with boiled meats, which require something to perk them up, but I think they'll do well with any mild-flavored dish.
Zucchini Blossoms Certosina-Style, or Fiori di Zucca alla Certosina: Here's a simple, zesty Emilia-Romagnan recipe for Zucchini blossoms. One could serve them with boiled meats, which require something to perk them up, but I think they'll do well with any mild-flavored dish.
Vinegar: Making it from Wine
Making Vinegar From Wine If you make wine (as oppesed to apple) vinegar, you can dispense with the apples
Making Vinegar From Wine If you make wine (as oppesed to apple) vinegar, you can dispense with the apples
Josephine's Pickled Eggplant
Josephine Caravetta's Pickled Eggplant: Anne has very kindly replied to another person's request with her Grandmother's pickled eggplant.
Josephine Caravetta's Pickled Eggplant: Anne has very kindly replied to another person's request with her Grandmother's pickled eggplant.
Baked Pasta Dishes
baked pasta recipes classic italian dishes sugo alla bolognese pasta dishes summer dish: Classic Italian dishes
baked pasta recipes classic italian dishes sugo alla bolognese pasta dishes summer dish: Classic Italian dishes
On Oil for Frying
Some oils are better than others for frying. I find olive oil to be the best oil for frying.
Some oils are better than others for frying. I find olive oil to be the best oil for frying.
Northern Italian Cuisines
Northern Italy comprises eight regions: Liguria, Valle D'Aosta, Piemonte, Lombardia, Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli Venezia-Giulia, and Emilia Romagna. Quick overviews of the cuisines, and links to regional recipes.
Northern Italy comprises eight regions: Liguria, Valle D'Aosta, Piemonte, Lombardia, Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli Venezia-Giulia, and Emilia Romagna. Quick overviews of the cuisines, and links to regional recipes.
Roman Gnocchi
Livio Jannattoni, one of the great Roman gastronomes, says he grew up eating potato gnocchi, and first encountered Gnocchi alla Romana made with semolina in a dining car on a train far from the city. "Where were the potatoes I knew so well? Horrors! These gnocchi were made just with semolina…" He does give a recipe for them, however, because some (not all) other Roman authors do.
Livio Jannattoni, one of the great Roman gastronomes, says he grew up eating potato gnocchi, and first encountered Gnocchi alla Romana made with semolina in a dining car on a train far from the city. "Where were the potatoes I knew so well? Horrors! These gnocchi were made just with semolina…" He does give a recipe for them, however, because some (not all) other Roman authors do.
Conserve: Jams
Fruit preserves to carry summer over into winter.: jams and preserves vecchia fattoria homemade jams wild berries commercial outfits
Fruit preserves to carry summer over into winter.: jams and preserves vecchia fattoria homemade jams wild berries commercial outfits
Fish-Based Pasta Sauces
spaghetti allo scoglio smoked salmon pasta pasta sauces pasta al salmone signature sauce: Pasta and Pasta Sauces
spaghetti allo scoglio smoked salmon pasta pasta sauces pasta al salmone signature sauce: Pasta and Pasta Sauces
Crema Pasticcera
Crema pasticcera, pastry cream, is one of the basic ingredients used in Italian pastries and cakes: it's the creamy custardy filling of the layer cake, or the cream you find in your morning pastry, or the creamy base of your pudding. In short, Italian desserts wouldn't be quite the same without it.
Crema pasticcera, pastry cream, is one of the basic ingredients used in Italian pastries and cakes: it's the creamy custardy filling of the layer cake, or the cream you find in your morning pastry, or the creamy base of your pudding. In short, Italian desserts wouldn't be quite the same without it.
Sott'Oli & Sotto Aceti: Capturing Summer for the Winter Months
Sott'oli & Sotto Aceti: Pickling vegetables or packing them in oil: preserving summer bounty for the winter months.
Sott'oli & Sotto Aceti: Pickling vegetables or packing them in oil: preserving summer bounty for the winter months.
Getting out of Town: An overview of Tuscan beaches
Getting out of Town: An Overview of Tuscan Beaches Dateline: 05/16/97 Folks, this has been a long week,
Getting out of Town: An Overview of Tuscan Beaches Dateline: 05/16/97 Folks, this has been a long week,
Scampi
Scampi, and a very simple recipe for them.
Scampi, and a very simple recipe for them.
Branzino, also known as Spigola: Sea Bass
Branzino, or European Sea Bass. In England it's simply called bass. Also, a recipe for Filetti Di Branzino in Crosta di Patate - Sea Bass Fillets in a Mashed Potato Crust.
Branzino, or European Sea Bass. In England it's simply called bass. Also, a recipe for Filetti Di Branzino in Crosta di Patate - Sea Bass Fillets in a Mashed Potato Crust.
Pasta Salads
Pasta salads are wonderful when it's hot, easy to make, improve with time, and perfect on picnics or cookouts. Who could ask for more?
Pasta salads are wonderful when it's hot, easy to make, improve with time, and perfect on picnics or cookouts. Who could ask for more?
Lasagna with Ricotta
Lasagna with Ricotta: When I was growing up, I was always rather taken back by the ricotta that I found in lasagna in the US -- there wasn't any in what I had in Tuscany. This is because putting ricotta in lasagna is southern tradition that reaches its apex with the glorious Neapolitan Lasagne con la Ricotta that are made for Carnival...
Lasagna with Ricotta: When I was growing up, I was always rather taken back by the ricotta that I found in lasagna in the US -- there wasn't any in what I had in Tuscany. This is because putting ricotta in lasagna is southern tradition that reaches its apex with the glorious Neapolitan Lasagne con la Ricotta that are made for Carnival...
La Crostata
La Crostata When I was growing up, my father directed the excavation of an Etruscan sanctuary on a hill
La Crostata When I was growing up, my father directed the excavation of an Etruscan sanctuary on a hill
Italian Regional Cuisines
Italian Regional Cuisines North Italian Cuisines | Central Italian Cuisines South Italian Cuisines |
Italian Regional Cuisines North Italian Cuisines | Central Italian Cuisines South Italian Cuisines |
How do Italians serve pasta?
There are two basic kinds of commercial pasta: pasta all'uovo, egg pasta such as tagliatelle, fettuccine, and whatnot (these are the same tagliatelle one makes at home, but made with semolina), and pasta di semola di grano duro, made with semolina, water and a touch of salt. The former are flat and of varying width, while the latter comes in all sorts of shapes, from spaghetti to penne to cart wheels. Which kind should you use?
There are two basic kinds of commercial pasta: pasta all'uovo, egg pasta such as tagliatelle, fettuccine, and whatnot (these are the same tagliatelle one makes at home, but made with semolina), and pasta di semola di grano duro, made with semolina, water and a touch of salt. The former are flat and of varying width, while the latter comes in all sorts of shapes, from spaghetti to penne to cart wheels. Which kind should you use?
A Selection of Classic Italian Stuffed Pasta Dishes
pasta dishes stuffed pasta national cuisine italian communities sans serif: Classic Italian dishes
pasta dishes stuffed pasta national cuisine italian communities sans serif: Classic Italian dishes
Classic Italian Puddings, Gelato & other Spoon Desserts
budino di cioccolato budino di riso classic italian dishes bianco mangiare bavarian cream: Classic Italian dishes
budino di cioccolato budino di riso classic italian dishes bianco mangiare bavarian cream: Classic Italian dishes
Baked Zucchini
Zucchine al Forno: A zesty baked zucchini recipe from Lombardia that will serve 6.
Zucchine al Forno: A zesty baked zucchini recipe from Lombardia that will serve 6.
A flower, carved from a watermelon.
A Carved Watermelon
A Carved Watermelon
Rigatoni with Zucchini
Rigatoni with a zucchini sauce: a classic summer pasta recipe.
Rigatoni with a zucchini sauce: a classic summer pasta recipe.
A Selection of Cream & Cheese Based Pasta Sauces
classic italian dishes aglio e olio pasta sauces sauce alfredo pasta dish: Classic Italian dishes: Pasta
classic italian dishes aglio e olio pasta sauces sauce alfredo pasta dish: Classic Italian dishes: Pasta
Salamureci
Salamureci is from Trapani, in Sicily, and is an unusual, at least by continental Italian standards: A chilled tomato soup (for want of a better term). It's peasant food of the finest sort, a dish that beautifully combines rusticity and frugality, and will be delightfully refreshing on a hot day.
Salamureci is from Trapani, in Sicily, and is an unusual, at least by continental Italian standards: A chilled tomato soup (for want of a better term). It's peasant food of the finest sort, a dish that beautifully combines rusticity and frugality, and will be delightfully refreshing on a hot day.
Veal Saltimbocca
veal saltimbocca dry white wine veal chops extra virgin olive oil virgin olive oil: Leaonard's version of a Roman classic
veal saltimbocca dry white wine veal chops extra virgin olive oil virgin olive oil: Leaonard's version of a Roman classic
Spaghetti with Squid Ink
Squid ink is just what it sounds like -- the ink of the squid, and it adds both a sea tang and a deep black glow to this recipe. You will likely have to go to a fishmonger who has very fresh fish to obtain it, but it's worth the trip.
Squid ink is just what it sounds like -- the ink of the squid, and it adds both a sea tang and a deep black glow to this recipe. You will likely have to go to a fishmonger who has very fresh fish to obtain it, but it's worth the trip.
Tortellini alla Panna - Tortellini with Cream
Tortellini alla Panna - Tortellini with Cream These tortellini are served dry, and should be a little
Tortellini alla Panna - Tortellini with Cream These tortellini are served dry, and should be a little
Liquori Casalinghi - Italian Liqueurs
Making liqueurs at home is easy, and they taste wonderful!
Making liqueurs at home is easy, and they taste wonderful!
Quick Italian Recipes
A selection of Italian recipes that take less than a half hour to prepare.
A selection of Italian recipes that take less than a half hour to prepare.
Strawberry and grape spiedini, or kebabs.
Grape and Strawberry Kebabs, or Spiedini
Grape and Strawberry Kebabs, or Spiedini
Zabaione
Zabaione is a delicate, liquid custard made from eggs and Marsala; it can be served as is, in little cups, or served with cookies and such (as a dip), or served over other desserts. In short, tasty and versatile!
Zabaione is a delicate, liquid custard made from eggs and Marsala; it can be served as is, in little cups, or served with cookies and such (as a dip), or served over other desserts. In short, tasty and versatile!
Pecorino Romano
Pecorino Romano There are two major kinds of the sheep's milk cheese known as Pecorino in Italy. The
Pecorino Romano There are two major kinds of the sheep's milk cheese known as Pecorino in Italy. The
Favorite picnic foods
The success of a cookout hinges upon the grill. However, even the tastiest steak or grilled chicken served up on a plate by itself will only go so far. And then you'll need a side dish. Some of my favorites:
The success of a cookout hinges upon the grill. However, even the tastiest steak or grilled chicken served up on a plate by itself will only go so far. And then you'll need a side dish. Some of my favorites:
DOCG, VdT, DOC: what does it mean?
DOC, VdT, DOCG: What does it mean? Reading an Italian label is usually straight forward: there's the
DOC, VdT, DOCG: What does it mean? Reading an Italian label is usually straight forward: there's the
Piemontese Onion Salad
Onion Salad, or Insalata di Cipolle: All sorts of things can go into a salad. This salad from Piemonte is made with onions, and will work best if you use mild or sweet onions -- sweet red onions if you're in Italy. If you're in the US, you might want to try Vidalias.
Onion Salad, or Insalata di Cipolle: All sorts of things can go into a salad. This salad from Piemonte is made with onions, and will work best if you use mild or sweet onions -- sweet red onions if you're in Italy. If you're in the US, you might want to try Vidalias.
How to Roast a Whole Piglet
When roasting a piglet, you begin the day before, marinating it.
When roasting a piglet, you begin the day before, marinating it.
South Italian Cooking
Southern Italy comprises 6 regions: Abruzzo, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Molise and Puglia. Quick overviews of the cuisines, and links to recipes.
Southern Italy comprises 6 regions: Abruzzo, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Molise and Puglia. Quick overviews of the cuisines, and links to recipes.
Orata: Gilthead Seabream
Orata: Gilthead Seabream, and a recipe from Bari, for sea bream with raisins
Orata: Gilthead Seabream, and a recipe from Bari, for sea bream with raisins
Spaghetti al Tonno
There are many many varieties of tuna sauce for pasta. This one is quick and tomatoey.
There are many many varieties of tuna sauce for pasta. This one is quick and tomatoey.
Italian Vegetables & Side Dishes: Eggplant
caponata siciliana caponata recipe italian vegetables eggplant parmesan side dishes: Vegetables & Side dishes
caponata siciliana caponata recipe italian vegetables eggplant parmesan side dishes: Vegetables & Side dishes
A starburst of papayas, strawberries, and carambola fruit.
Strawberries, Papayas, and Carambola Stars
Strawberries, Papayas, and Carambola Stars
Limoncello Cream
Limoncello Cream: This is a very nice variation on the standard Limoncello from Sorrento. I enjoyed it at a dinner in the hinterland of Verona.
Limoncello Cream: This is a very nice variation on the standard Limoncello from Sorrento. I enjoyed it at a dinner in the hinterland of Verona.
Spaghetti with Canned Tuna
Spaghetti with Tuna has a boring reputation. However, I first had this sauce during a geological field trip in the Apuan Alps: It had been raining for a week, and we were wet, cold, and miserable. When Marco was done feeding us, we were still wet, still cold, but satisfied. And I still make it when I'm out camping.
Spaghetti with Tuna has a boring reputation. However, I first had this sauce during a geological field trip in the Apuan Alps: It had been raining for a week, and we were wet, cold, and miserable. When Marco was done feeding us, we were still wet, still cold, but satisfied. And I still make it when I'm out camping.
Don's Steak Pizzaiola
Steak with a tasty, zesty, tomatoey pizzaiola sauce, which Don kindly posted to the Italian cuisine forum.
Steak with a tasty, zesty, tomatoey pizzaiola sauce, which Don kindly posted to the Italian cuisine forum.
White Sauce: Besciamella
According to Pellegrino Artusi, a good béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, and a properly cooked meat sauce are the principal secrets of refined cooking.
According to Pellegrino Artusi, a good béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, and a properly cooked meat sauce are the principal secrets of refined cooking.
Italian Finger Food
Italy has a long tradition of finger foods, tasty morsels to grab on the go: Arancini, panelle, calzoni, frittelle, or any number of things. These finger foods also make great party foods, while the many spreads and toppings people put on crostini (toasted bread) also make great dips. Much to enjoy!
Italy has a long tradition of finger foods, tasty morsels to grab on the go: Arancini, panelle, calzoni, frittelle, or any number of things. These finger foods also make great party foods, while the many spreads and toppings people put on crostini (toasted bread) also make great dips. Much to enjoy!
Frico: A Cheesy Delight from Friuli Venezia Giulia
montasio cheese fred plotkin crunchy delight venezia giulia sans serif: A very tasty cheese dish from Friuli
montasio cheese fred plotkin crunchy delight venezia giulia sans serif: A very tasty cheese dish from Friuli
Italian Vegetables & Side Dishes: Zucchini, Zucchini Flowers and Squash
summery dish zucchini flowers italian vegetables cheesy sauce baked zucchini: Vegetables & Side dishes
summery dish zucchini flowers italian vegetables cheesy sauce baked zucchini: Vegetables & Side dishes
Apricot or Peach Jam
Apricot jam and apricot marmalade are among the finest jams one can make in the summer months. This recipe for apricot jam is drawn from Pellegrino Artusi, who notes that the same procedure will also work well for making peach jam.
Apricot jam and apricot marmalade are among the finest jams one can make in the summer months. This recipe for apricot jam is drawn from Pellegrino Artusi, who notes that the same procedure will also work well for making peach jam.
Millefoglie
Millefoglie, which the French call Mille-Feuille, is one of the most delightful cakes around: Flaky puff pastry interlayered with rich crema chantilly (or chocolate, or both). Libidenous! Wonderful! The perfect birthday cake!
Millefoglie, which the French call Mille-Feuille, is one of the most delightful cakes around: Flaky puff pastry interlayered with rich crema chantilly (or chocolate, or both). Libidenous! Wonderful! The perfect birthday cake!
Raspberry Syrup
When raspberries come into season in late summer, it's time to transform them into a tasty raspberry syrup for ice cream and many other things.
When raspberries come into season in late summer, it's time to transform them into a tasty raspberry syrup for ice cream and many other things.
Drying Orange or Lemon Peel
How to Dry Orange or Lemon Peel at Home: It's quite easy.
How to Dry Orange or Lemon Peel at Home: It's quite easy.
Watermelon Sherbet
Watermelon Sherbet, or Sorbetto di Anguria: It's hard to imagine anything more refreshing than chilled watermelon, but this watermelon sherbet is.
Watermelon Sherbet, or Sorbetto di Anguria: It's hard to imagine anything more refreshing than chilled watermelon, but this watermelon sherbet is.
Roast Fish - Pesce al Forno
Roasting a fish is more a procedure more than a recipe, and these roast fish instructions will work well with any sort of fish that takes well to being roasted. Perfect roast fish!
Roasting a fish is more a procedure more than a recipe, and these roast fish instructions will work well with any sort of fish that takes well to being roasted. Perfect roast fish!
Culatello
Culatello, the most prized cold cut of Parma
Culatello, the most prized cold cut of Parma
Vegetable-Based Pasta Sauces
pasta sauces pasta fish boscaiola sauce sauce pasta pasta primavera: Pasta and Pasta Sauces
pasta sauces pasta fish boscaiola sauce sauce pasta pasta primavera: Pasta and Pasta Sauces
Angry Penne
Arrabbiata means angry, and if made right this pasta is spicy. Though the versions offered by the really cheap eateries in Rome rely primarily on garlic and hot pepper for their punch, some of the versions printed in cookbooks also call for pancetta (cured, unsmoked salt pork) and onions.
Arrabbiata means angry, and if made right this pasta is spicy. Though the versions offered by the really cheap eateries in Rome rely primarily on garlic and hot pepper for their punch, some of the versions printed in cookbooks also call for pancetta (cured, unsmoked salt pork) and onions.
Stuffed Potatoes
Potatoes stuffed with ground beef: the perfect stuffed potatoes!
Potatoes stuffed with ground beef: the perfect stuffed potatoes!