For a unique, colorful presentation to wow your guests and your taste buds, top black squid ink pasta recipe with vibrant homemade San Marzano tomato sauce. Sauteed squid adds protein and texture to this fun, flavorful dish inspired by summertime in Italian coastal towns. Check the pasta aisle of your local grocery store or visit […]
If you’re looking for a fresh way to prepare pork chops, this is it. Despite the title, these pork chops are baked rather than fried, making them perhaps a little healthier than you expected while still retaining a wonderfully crispy crust. The addition of Parmigiano-Reggiano and fresh parsley in the breadcrumb mixture adds delicious flavor […]
Frying gnocchi is an unnecessary step, but it adds a nice golden color and deepens the flavor of the gnocchi. Fresh basil and grated pecorino Romano further add to the excellent taste of this comforting dish. Whether you start with a pile of potatoes or a packet of pre-made gnocchi, the result will be warm, […]
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 substitutions. If you can’t find fresh sardines, high quality […]
Pasta–who doesn’t love it? When many of us think of pasta, we typically think of the more popular styles such as spaghetti, penne or linguine, but there are actually dozens of different types of pasta, each with their own special flavor profile, culinary application and even regional origin. But how did pasta actually came to […]
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 any way. So what exactly is authentic steak pizzaiola, where did it originate and how do you make […]
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 finding spaccatelle, any type of medium length pasta will do. […]
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 edible? What is the best way to prepare an artichoke? And what is an artichoke anyway? This article will […]
Print Recipe 4.65 from 17 votes Baked Ziti – Ziti al Forno This baked ziti (ziti al forno) recipe is a delicious way to cook and enjoy pasta. Prep Time20 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time1 hr Course: Casserole, PrimoCuisine: Italian-americanKeyword: bazed ziti, ziti al forno Servings: 8 people Calories: 716kcal Author: Nonna Box Ingredients1/4 cup […]
When it comes to home cooking, you can’t get very far without a good set of knives. Whether you’re chopping vegetables, carving meat, or slicing bread, you need the right knife for the job. Ideally, the knives will stand up over time and give you years of culinary enjoyment. Though you can buy knives individually, […]
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 and butter sauce. With a short ingredient list, traditional veal saltimbocca—also called veal scaloppine or saltimbocca alla Romana—is remarkably simple to make. Modern variations include […]
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 fair, pasta did originally come from Ancient Rome. Although many historians believe Arabs were the ones who introduced the cultivation of durum wheat centuries ago to […]
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 compliments from your friends and family–they’ll be […]
The palate of the nation is always on the lookout for something new, exciting and adventurous. That special taste which brings flavor and punch to bland food, an ingredient that will have your guests asking for more. Calabrian Chili could be one of many ingredients that inspire you to create beautiful, tasty culinary masterpieces. What […]
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 one batch of sauce can give you countless meals. From pasta to pizza to dip, […]
Italians are famous the world over for their beautiful, creamy ice-cream, and yet there is another substance that the Italians have perfected, that could quite possibly be the perfect thirst quencher known to man. If you fancy something a little more adventurous, dare I say a little more original, and something that is quick and […]
Italians are famous for many things: red Ferraris, demonstrative and passionate attitudes, and delicious food that is enjoyed the world over. Speak to virtually any Italian, and you will see that passion and enthusiasm spill over at the mention of food, with prosciutto being one of the favorite dishes served in homes across Italy on […]
A great example of authentic Italian cuisine is pasta in tomato-based sauce. In this article, we shall be looking into a Pasta Al Pomodoro recipe. It is simple to make and only requires basic ingredients. But before we get to the scrumptious part, let us first discuss some basic factoids, shall we? Print Recipe 5 […]
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 really how it’s spelled. As for how you pronounce it, you read it as sfol-ya-tel-le. And what is it exactly? […]
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 food is a symbol of quality and excellence, especially since each region, town and village offers their own definition of taste and delight. And while […]
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 can find in every major city is a glaring testimony to that. But more than all the scrumptious pastas, yummy pizzas, and hearty soups […]
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 delectably sweet fruit? Pretty as a Peach Now, if you haven’t seen a peach […]
When you hear the word “risotto,” the most common first assumption, of course, is that it’s Italian. Especially to those who haven’t heard the word before, the way it sounds clearly makes it a foreign term. And then when you google it, you’re given pictures of a variety of dishes that pretty much look like […]
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 Fishes. This is probably because you can combine several fish and seafood in the dish, shortening the quota for the number of […]
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, however, is the version from Sicily. Calamari ripieni is basically stuffed squid. The filling/stuffing, however, can be made of different ingredients, which usually includes the squid tentacles that are chopped or […]
