Olives are one of the most extensively cultivated fruit crops in the world and Italy may know a thing or two about them, since it’s one of the main production countries, right behind Spain. When it comes to nutritional value, eating olives comes along with numerous benefits, which makes the idea of a risotto with […]
I have a confession to make. I hate eggplants. I absolutely loathe eggplants and if you would trick me into eating them unknowingly, friendships could be broken—and I mean it. Okay, maybe I just thought I hated eggplants. When the idea of risotto with eggplant appeared right before my eyes, my first thought was, “Nope!” […]
“Red, red wine. Stay close to me,” , as the song says. However, we think stay close to my risotto is a far better option. Yes, once again we are tackling a risotto recipe, and this time it’s risotto with red wine (Risotto al vino rosso). You just can’t have too much risotto—not when there are […]
What do you think when you hear about Pizzo Calabro? If your answer is “Did anyone say pizza?” then you need to know that Pizzo Calabro is a seaside resort in the province of Vibo Valentia (Calabria, southern Italy), famous—in terms of cuisine—for its delicious (which is an ice cream) and its long tradition of […]
For all the vegetarians out there—we see you and we hear you! While some of us unabashedly love meat, we understand and support vegans, and this is why we decided to give them a helping hand, with a vegan-friendly recipe, which doesn’t require more than one hour of preparation. And truth be told, it’s so […]
Quick Navigation Scallops: The Versatile SeafoodEasy Risotto with Scallops RecipeRisotto with scallopsIngredientsInstructions One of the yummiest Italian grains with one of the most delectable edible bivalves, this Risotto with Scallops recipe makes a great primo dish. But why choose scallops, in particular, for your risotto dish? Read on to find out. Scallops: The Versatile […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with Feta and Herbs Servings: 2 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients160 g riceHalf onionA clove of garlic100 g fetaMixed herbs sage, thyme, basil, parsley, marjoram, chivesVegetable brothExtra virgin olive oil InstructionsIn a skillet, brown the chopped onion and garlic with a little oil. Add the rice and toast for […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with Garlic Servings: 4 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients320 g rice1 onion4 cloves garlic1 cup white wine1 carton meat and vegetable brothExtra virgin olive oilParmesan cheese to taste InstructionsIn a pan, saute the coarsely chopped onion with a little oil. Add the rice and deglaze with white wine. Add the […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with Kale Pesto Servings: 4 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients200 grams of white cabbage60 ml of extra virgin olive oil50 grams of almonds peeled50 grams of walnuts2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese grated1 tablespoon of Romano cheese grated350 grams of Carnaroli rice50 grams of shallot2 teaspoons of mustard seeds1.7 liters of […]
Print Recipe 5 from 1 vote Baked Risotto with Kale Servings: 4 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients½ cup walnuts coarsely chopped4 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion finely chopped1 cup arborio riceKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper½ cup dry white wine1 small garlic clove1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives2 cups torn Tuscan kale […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with Milk Servings: 4 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients350 gr grain rice80 g butter1.75 liters of milkSalt InstructionsPut the milk in a pot and add a pinch of salt, then bring to a boil over medium heat, and stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. When the milk is boiling, add […]
Print Recipe 5 from 1 vote Risotto with Onions Servings: 4 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients350 g arborio rice2 white onions1 red onion1 liter of vegetable broth50 g grated Parmesan cheese40 g butterWhite wine to tasteSalt to taste InstructionsPeel the onions and chop finely, then pour into a pan to fry with 20 g of butter. When […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with Oats Author: NonnaBox Ingredients½ cup of oatmeal½ cup of rice2 cups water1 cup skim milk1 tablespoon butter½ cup finely chopped tomatoes½ cup chopped zucchini½ cup chopped cauliflower½ cup grated low-fat cheese½ teaspoon pepperSalt to taste InstructionsCombine water, oats, white rice and vegetables in a pot and cover. […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with Parmesan Servings: 2 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients1 liter of vegetable broth1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 shallot160 g of rice50 ml dry white wine40 g of grated Parmesan cheeseParmesan cheese shavings to garnishBalsamic vinegar InstructionsBring the vegetable broth to a boil. In another pot, fry the finely chopped […]
Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with mushrooms and peas Author: NonnaBox Ingredients300 grams rice300 grams mushrooms200 grams fresh or frozen shelled peas1 clove finely chopped garliconiondry white wine1 bunch parsley1 carton vegetable brothextra virgin olive oilsaltpeppergrated Parmesan cheese InstructionsFry the finely chopped garlic in a pan. Add the mushrooms and peas, cooking for […]
Quick Navigation In favor of filteringIn favor of not filteringHow to tell the differenceMy verdict To filter or not to filter extra virgin olive oil: there’s a lot of chatter around which is best. Many well-meaning foodies will tell you to only buy unfiltered, but in reality this is hardly true, as the answer is more […]
Quick Navigation The History of FontinaFontina: How a World-Class Cheese is MadeFontina and Its Many ImitatorsFontina: The “Anytime Cheese” Fontina is a creamy, semi-firm Italian cheese that comes from cow’s milk. Although there are quite a few cheeses that have similar names (e.g., Fontella, Fontal, Fontinella, etc.), only the Italian Fontina — known as “Fontina […]
Add another risotto recipe to your repertoire with this easy-to-make risotto with grilled shrimp version! Print Recipe 5 from 1 vote Risotto with Grilled Shrimp Servings: 4 Author: Nonna Box Ingredients1 pound large shrimp cleaned and peeled1 teaspoon lemon zest¼ teaspoon red chili flake4 cups shrimp stock*2 tablespoons olive oil divided½ cup white onion diced2 […]
Keen to try your hand at making risotto? Here’s an easy-to-prepare and authentically Italian risotto recipe made with fragrant and flavorful porcini mushrooms. Print Recipe 0 from 0 votes Risotto with dried mushrooms Servings: 4 Author: NonnaBox Ingredients1 liter vegetable broth150 g dried porcini mushrooms30 g butter1 onion3 sprigs of parsley400 g rice30 g grated […]
Quick Navigation THE HISTORY OF GRANA PADANOHOW GRANA PADANO IS MADENUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES OF GRANA PADANOCULINARY APPLICATIONS FOR GRANA PADANOTHE GRANA PADANO PROTECTION CONSORTIUM Grana Padano is an immensely popular cheese with a hard, grainy texture and a wonderfully sweet flavor. It is often compared to Parmigiano-Reggiano due to their highly similar texture, flavor and history, […]
Quick Navigation HOW BOTTARGA IS MADETHE HISTORY OF BOTTARGABOTTARGA VS. CAVIAR: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?TUNA BOTTARGA VS. GREY MULLET BOTTARGAWHAT IS BOTTARGA: USES AND CULINARY APPLICATIONS Bottarga is an unfamiliar name to many, but this distinctive ingredient can be found in a wide range of Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese and Greek cuisine. Often referred to as […]
Quick Navigation THE HISTORY OF PARMIGIANO REGGIANOHOW PARMIGIANO REGGIANO IS MADEPROTECTING A TIME-HONORED HERITAGE: THE PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CONSORTIUMPARMIGIANO REGGIANO VS. PARMESAN CHEESE Parmigiano Reggiano is one of the most popular cheeses on the planet, with a rich history that spans more than nine centuries. This hard, granular cheese is widely hailed for its unique texture […]
Each month, your Nonna Box arrives with its delicious and story-filled products ready to transport you to Italy via your kitchen. It’s a seamless and tasty experience, and yet so many stars must align before you ever receive your box. Indeed, a couple months ago I struggled to snag the last imported batch of pizzoccheri anywhere in […]
We’ve been so busy gearing up for Mother’s Day that we’ve hardly spent enough time oohing and ahhing over the Tuscany box itself. With that in mind, let’s chat about the remaining two of six products in this month’s box. First up is this herbed sea salt, a flavorful mix of Italian coarse sea salt, juniper, […]
“I left Radda in Chianti this morning on the 7 a.m. coach and I arrived in Montepulciano around 11:30 a.m. Last night, I couldn’t sleep for excitement,” scrawled Nonna Gabriella in her diary on September 10th, 1955. She was traveling to this “foreign place,” as she described it, for a handicraft exhibition, but little did she know it would […]
