Blog Archives for tag Italy

Cherry Tomato & Fried Caper Caprese

 A classic caprese salad is one of everyone’s Italian favorites.  Juicy tomatoes sliced and served with fresh basil and creamy… Continue reading »

Linguine Genovese

 This traditional pasta recipe from the city of Genoa is popular throughout all of Italy.  Al dente pasta tossed with… Continue reading »

Orecchiette alla Vodka

 Undeniably one of my favorite pasta sauces, a traditional vodka sauce is a creamy pink tomato sauce that is undeniably… Continue reading »

Casarecce with Braised Asparagus, Peas & Pancetta

 Not only is pasta making an exact science, but so is the theory behind which pasta goes with which sauce. … Continue reading »

Beef Tagliata with Arugula & Pecorino

A mainstay on most any menu in Italy is a simple beef salad topped with arugula and shaved Pecorino or… Continue reading »

Red Wine Spaghetti

 This is yet another super simple pasta recipe that you will make again and again!  What a lovely way to… Continue reading »

Stuffed Eggplant Parmesan

 I absolutely love this modern twist on traditional eggplant parmesan!  Halved, plump eggplants roasted until tender and topped with your… Continue reading »

Creamy Polenta with Swiss Chard, Pancetta & Pine Nuts

 This hearty Italian side dish starts with a plate of creamy polenta.  A simple start to an extraordinary dish.  The… Continue reading »

Parmesan Risotto with Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta & Thyme

 Risotto is a classic Italian dish of short-grained rice cooked slowly with white wine, onions, and homemade stock until al… Continue reading »

Homemade Cinnamon-Ricotta Ravioli with Bolognese Sauce

 For me, both the process of making homemade ravioli and the joyous event of eating homemade ravioli are equally comforting. … Continue reading »