A classic Sicilian dish, the pasta alla norma combines the textures of fried aubergine and mushy sauce to give you a flavorful feast topped with ricotta cheese! One of the most-loved Sicilian dishes, the pasta all norma originated in the Etna side of Catania, Sicily. This vegetarian dish is traditionally made using macaroni pasta, fried …
Tomatoes, onions, and basil come together to make the perfect Italian Pasta Sauce. Salsa di pomodoro alla napoletana or Neapolitan Sauce is as Italian as it gets! The first historical mention of the classic tomato sauce was in Antonio Latini’s 17th-century cookbook called Lo Scalco alla Moderna or The Modern Steward. Forming the basis for …
A rich roux-based sauce, the creamy Besciamella or Bechamel Sauce goes well with almost every dish, be it meat, fish, veggies, or pies. All you need is 15 minutes on the stove and your silky sauce is ready! Easy to make at home, the creamy bechamel sauce doesn’t need many ingredients. Just cook butter, flour, …
Think pasta and you’ll naturally think of the most delicious Italian sauces, from the simple marinara to the rich pesto or the creamy bechamel. A cauldron of tomatoes, a saucepan of cream, a mortar full of pine nuts, a handful of olives, capers, and garlic, white wine to taste, and more; all of these are …
This buttery and creamy Polenta is made even richer and classier with Parmesan cheese. Goes perfectly with some hearty meaty dishes or roast vegetables! This classic dish made from cornmeal is a staple food from the regions of Northern and Central Italy. History tells us that the earlier version was made with other grains such …
Topped with a marinara sauce and filled with goat cheese and spinach, these roasted and stuffed portobello mushrooms are amazing! Did you know that some of the most popular edible mushrooms include the common mushroom or the button mushroom that’s also called the portobello mushroom? It’s also called a portabella mushroom or a portobello mushroom …
These fried savory turnovers are a Puglian classic. Stuffed and deep-fried, these pizza pockets are a special twist on the traditional Italian panzerotti. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even a quick light dinner, these deep-fried breakfast pockets of egg, ham, and cheese are a special twist on the classic Apulian panzerotto. What are Panzerotti? Panzerotti, …
A refreshing cocktail for hot summer nights and days, the raspberry, rosé, and vodka spritzer will lighten your spirits and keep you sparkling! Summer is the perfect time to indulge in some invigorating cocktails, and what better mix to make than a raspberry, rosé wine, and vodka spritzer? What is a Spritzer? A spritzer is …
A classic Italian dessert, panna cotta is rich, creamy and the perfect dish when you need something impressive that’s easy and quick! Serve topped with a raspberry sauce to make it more heavenly! What is panna cotta? Literally translating to “cooked cream” panna cotta is a traditional Italian dessert made of cream that is sweetened …