Blog Archives for tag basil

Eggplant Parmesan

The truth is, Eggplant Parmesan cooked Italy just tastes better than it does when eaten at home.  This fact perplexed… Continue reading »

Melanzane in Barchetta

Melanzane in Barchetta, or Stuffed Eggplant Boats, are a colorful and simple way to enjoy some of the most cherished… Continue reading »

Caprese Panino

Here’s a quick Italian lesson for you—the word panini is the plural form of panino, which is the word for… Continue reading »

Fusilli alla Norma di Bellini

Fusilli alla Norma di Bellini, or Fusilli with Eggplant and Mozzarella Cheese is another delicious way to practice your homemade… Continue reading »

Coniglio all’Ischitana

Coniglio all’Ischitana, or Rabbit Ischia Style, is a popular braised rabbit with vegetables served in the Campania region of Italy. … Continue reading »

Handmade Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce

The best way I can think to describe handmade gnocchi is as follows: tender pillows made of riced potatoes and… Continue reading »

Roasted & Stuffed Red Peppers

This colorful side dish is both delectable and a perfect representation of one of Southern Italy’s favorite flavor combinations—that of… Continue reading »

Cheese Ravioli with Pesto Sauce

If you ask me, you can’t go wrong with anything served with a homemade pesto sauce.  Pesto sauce is one… Continue reading »

Neapolitan Lasagna

Grab your fork.  This is no ordinary lasagna.  This is the ultimate lasagna—tender lasagna noodles layered between a mixture of… Continue reading »

Simple Tomato Sauce

Most of the time, when that tomato sauce craving hits, it seems easier to buy a jar of your favorite… Continue reading »