Blog Archives for tag Italy

Chocolate Chip Affogato

Searching for a simple yet decadent dessert on this Valentine’s Day? Search no more. This classic Italian dessert is one… Continue reading »

Panna Cotta Tart with Rose-Scented Strawberries

Once you master the four basic steps of making a classic Italian panna cotta, it will become of your favorite… Continue reading »

Chicken Cutlet Caprese

Beneath this flavorful and fresh caprese salad are grilled, balsamic-marinated chicken cutlets.  The thinly sliced chicken cutlets marinate overnight in… Continue reading »

‘Cauliflower Risi e Bisi’

I served this low-carb version of a Venetian risotto alongside the Steak Peperonata recipe from yesterday’s post.  A classic Risi e Bisi is a… Continue reading »

Steak Peperonata

A classic peperonata is a southern Italian sauce made with olive oil, sweet peppers, fresh herbs and capers.  The peppers gently… Continue reading »

Radicchio & Watercress Salad with Pine Nuts, Mushrooms and Prosciutto

Very similar to the classic Italian tricolore salad of radicchio, endive and arugula with shaved Parmesan over top, my version of… Continue reading »

Mami Camilla’s Marinated Chili Peppers

While studying in Italy a few years back, I stayed at the charming Hotel Soleluna, a bed & breakfast in… Continue reading »

‘Crêpe Cannelloni’

This is Italian comfort food at its best. Traditionally made with long, round pasta tubes or cannelloni, this filled and… Continue reading »

‘Spicy Pasta all Norma’

Pasta alla Norma is a classic Italian pasta dish made with cubes of tender eggplant, fresh basil, garlic, dried oregano,… Continue reading »

Endive Salad with Fennel, White Beans & Salami

Something new we are growing in this year’s summer garden is curly endive.  An Italian bitter green variety that is… Continue reading »