Quick Navigation Bucatini Recipe with Sardines and Wild FennelIngredientsInstructionsNotesNutrition With fresh sardines and wild fennel, this bucatini recipe has a few less common ingredients (outside of Italy, at least), though the extra search is worth it. Specialty Italian stores may have what you are looking for, or in a pinch, you can make a few […]
Quick Navigation PASTA: SOME BIT OF HISTORYTHE ULTIMATE TYPES OF PASTA LIST1. BUCATINI2. PENNE3. SCIALATELLI4. TAGLIATELLE5. CASERECCE6. MAFALDA7. GNOCCHETTI SARDI8. GNOCCHI9. SPAGHETTI10. SAGNE TORTE11. PACCHERI12. TORTIGLIONI13. RIGATONI14. DITALINI15. FARFALLE16. MACCHERONI17. LINGUINE18. PICI19. RAVIOLI20. TORTELLINI21. CAPRICCI22. FUSILLI23. CANULE24. CHIOCCIOLE25. DITALI26. ZITI27. FRICELLI28. ORECCHIETTE29. STELLINE30. PASSATELLI31. MEZZE PENNE32. LASAGNE33. CROXETTI34. VERMICELLI35. AGNOLOTTI36. TORTELLONI37. TORTELLI38. FILINI39. ANELLI40. ANELLINI41. […]
Quick Navigation History of the dishAuthentic Steak Pizzaiola RecipeCooking MethodsHow do you serve Pizzaiola?Authentic Italian Steak Pizzaiola RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNotesNutrition If you have ever ordered steak pizzaiola from a restaurant menu expecting a traditional pizza to come your way, you were undoubtedly surprised by what you received. Steak pizzaiola does not resemble a modern day pizza in […]
Quick Navigation Spaccatelle Pasta with Tuna, Artichokes, Olives, and CapersIngredientsInstructionsNutrition For a quick weeknight supper that feels gourmet or an easy dish with which to impress guests, try making spaccatelle with tuna, artichokes, olives, and capers. The variety of textures and flavors in this recipe will surely leave you feeling satisfied. If you have difficulty […]
Quick Navigation History of the Artichoke in the Italian CuisinePreparing and CleaningStuffing the artichokesCooking Stuffed ArtichokesServingItalian Stuffed Artichokes RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutrition An artichoke can be an intimidating vegetable. Not only does it’s spiky appearance make working with it seem daunting but it can be tough to know where to begin when making an artichoke. What parts are […]
Quick Navigation Baked Ziti – Ziti al FornoIngredientsInstructionsNutritionHistory Behind Baked ZitiThe NoodlesThe SauceThe Meat (or meats)The CheeseThe MethodEat it or Store it?Authentic Italian Baked Ziti Recipe Print Recipe 4.67 from 15 votes Baked Ziti – Ziti al Forno This baked ziti (ziti al forno) recipe is a delicious way to cook and enjoy pasta. […]
Quick Navigation What Knives Do I Need?What Should I Look for in a Knife?CostConstructionTangComfortWeightBalanceMaterialsSharpnessCare and MaintenanceStorageRecommended Knife SetsMessermeister San Moritz Elité 23-Piece Knife Block SetProsConsBenefitsMercer Culinary Genesis 6-Piece Forged Knife Block Set, Tempered Glass BlockProsConsBenefitsVictorinox 8-Piece Knife Block SetProsConsBenefitsZwilling J.A. Henckels Four Star 3pc Knife SetProsConsBenefitsWusthof Classic 7-piece Slim Knife Block Set (Cherry)ProsConsBenefitsChicago Cutlery Insignia2 […]
Quick Navigation What is Veal Saltimbocca?Origins of Veal SaltimboccaWhat To Serve With Veal SaltimboccaHow To Make Veal SaltimboccaOur Recipe for Veal SaltimboccaTraditional Veal Saltimbocca RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutrition What is Veal Saltimbocca? Meaning literally “to jump in mouth,” saltimbocca is an iconic Roman dish traditionally made with veal, prosciutto, and fresh sage leaves in a delicate white wine […]
Quick Navigation Now, what is Cavatelli?The Pasta of Many NamesWhat is the difference between gnocchi and cavatelli?How to make Cavatelli?Authentic Cavatelli and Broccoli RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNotesNutrition When you mention pasta, what usually comes to mind for many people is Italian cuisine. As a matter fact, pasta has always been associated with Italy and Italian cooking. To be […]
Quick Navigation Authentic Italian Pizza Dough RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutrition We talk all the time about how great homemade food is, not just because we consider cooking to be a relaxing and satisfying experience, but because it’s so much more budget-friendly than going out and spilling all your money at a fancy restaurant. Plus, it never hurts getting […]
Quick Navigation What Is Calabrian Chili ?Some Like It Hot – Calabrian Chili OilCalabrian Chili Is So Popular It Even Has It’s Own Festival What Makes Calabria So Special For Chilis? The palate of the nation is always on the lookout for something new, exciting and adventurous. That special taste which brings flavor and punch […]
Quick Navigation Origins of MarinaraBasic IngredientsThe Mighty TomatoMarinara MethodMarinara UsesThe Master RecipeAuthentic Marinara Sauce RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNotesNutrition Having a wide variety of Italian pasta sauce recipes at your fingertips is necessary for any chef especially a great marinara sauce recipe which is the key to unlocking a whole world of amazing cooking. Marinara is so versatile that […]
Quick Navigation What is Granita? How To Make Granita1. First Transform The Fruit Into A Pulp2. Freeze The Fruit In A Shallow Metal Pan3. Time To Go Back To The FreezerWhat Are The Key Differences Between Granita, Ice-Cream, and Sorbet?What is the history of Granita? The Different Varieties of GranitaHow to Make Granita With any […]
Quick Navigation What Is Prosciutto?The History Of Prosciutto How Is Prosciutto Made?What Is Protected Designation of Origin?What Is The Best Way To Eat Prosciutto?What Is The Difference Between Prosciutto and Pancetta?What is the Nutritional Value Of Prosciutto?Is Prosciutto Gluten Free?Why Is Prosciutto So Expensive?Types of ProsciuttoProsciutto CrudoProsciutto CottoProsciutto di ParmaProsciutto di San DanieleProsciutto di ModenaProsciutto […]
Quick Navigation Pasta al Pomodoro RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutritionFew tips and tricks to cook the perfect pasta al pomodoro recipeWhat is Pasta al Pomodoro?Pomodoro: The Golden AppleA Bit of History: The Origins of Tomato in Italy A great example of authentic Italian cuisine is pasta in tomato-based sauce. In this article, we shall be looking into a Pasta […]
Quick Navigation Italian Sfogliatelle: The Origin StoryThe Many Different Sfogliatelle TodaySfogliatelle: The Energy BoosterAuthentic Italian Sfogliatelle RecipeIngredientsTHE DOUGHTHE FILLINGFOR BRUSHING/TOPPINGInstructionsVideoNutrition If you have visited the Campania region, then you must have encountered this curious-looking puff pastries called sfogliatelle. And yep, that’s not a typo, no matter how the spellcheck may tell you otherwise. That is […]
Quick Navigation 1) LASAGNE EMILIANE2) TRENETTE AL PESTO3) SPAGHETTI AMATRICIANA4) MALTAGLIATI SHRIMP AND ZUCCHINI5) LA FIORENTINA6) SAGNE E FAGIOLI7) CANEDERLI IN BRODO8) TRIPPA ALLA ROMANA Italian cuisine needs no introduction. It’s famous around the world, for all the right reasons. We love their pasta, their soups, their Tiramisu—there’s just nothing they can do wrong. Their […]
Quick Navigation What is Struffoli?A Bit of HistoryStruffoli, Cicerchiata, and Other Sweet TreatsAuthentic Struffoli RecipeEasy Struffoli RecipeIngredientsInstructionsMixing the doughFrying the dough ballsGlazing the dough ballsNutrition There’s no denying that Italian cuisine is among the most popular in the world. Many international chefs have certainly mentioned that often enough. And the number of Italian restaurants you […]
Quick Navigation Pretty as a PeachHow to Make Delicious Peach Jam?Easy Peach Jam RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutrition Peaches are among the most delicious fruits in the world. That’s probably why you can see canned peaches and jars of peach jam in supermarkets almost everywhere in the world. But how well do you really know this amazingly fuzzy skinned […]
Quick Navigation The Truth about RisottoThe History of RisottoHow to Make RisottoRisotto with peasIngredientsInstructionsNotesNutritionSome Useful Tips in Cooking Risotto1. Avoid Too Mushy Rice2. Look for Short-Grain3. The Right Wine 4. Don’t Forget the Tostatura Technique5. Don’t Drown the Rice6. Follow the Right OrderIs Risotto Gluten-free?Famous Risotto RecipesRisotto alla MilaneseRisotto ai FunghiRisotto al Nero di SeppiaRisotto alla […]
Quick Navigation What is Cioppino?Some Bit of History:How to Make Cioppino?An Easy and Delicious Cioppino RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutritionAdditional Cooking Tips:What to serve with Cioppino? Considered mainly as an Italian-American variant of the many fish and seafood stews in Italian cuisine, cioppino is also quite a popular dish for the holiday season, especially the Feast of the Seven […]
Quick Navigation Health Benefits of SquidA Good Source of ProteinLow in Fat and CaloriesLow in Mercury ContentAn Array of Vitamins and MineralsHow to Make Calamari Ripieni?How to Make Calamari Ripieni?IngredientsInstructionsNutritionSome Notes: Calamari Ripieni is traditional dish is typically from the autonomous island-region of Sicily. There are also some versions of this in Calabria and Puglia. This recipe, […]
Quick Navigation Authentic Italian Antipasto Salad RecipeIngredientsTo marinateInstructionsNutrition Oh, the nerve!! Actually, nervetti. Wait, what? What does that have to do with food? I thought eating good food warms the heart?! Okay, enough with the mystery. Today, we’re going to talk about an authentic Italian antipasto salad recipe also known as insalata di nervetti. But what exactly […]
Quick Navigation Baccalà: Some Interesting FactoidsThings You Need to Know Before Cooking Baccalà:How to Make Baccalà alla NapoletanaHow to Make Baccala alla Napoletana?IngredientsInstructionsNutrition Another popular pescetarian dish for the Feast of the Seven Fishes is Baccalà alla Napoletana. As you might already know, baccalà or salt-cured cod is a favorite ingredient in various Italian cities, […]
Quick Navigation The Healthy Goodness of OctopusEssential Tips when Cooking OctopusA Delectable Octopus Salad RecipeEasy Octopus Salad RecipeIngredientsInstructionsNutrition One of the main things in Italian cooking is the use of fresh ingredients, and that is the same thing you can expect from Calabrian food. A perfect example of this is Insalata di Polpo, otherwise known […]
