How to make a real Italian Caprese salad – insalata Caprese
During the months of June and July when our basil is springing forth, I like nothing more that to throw...
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How to make baked breaded zucchini
Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, baked breaded zucchini are a delicious summer side dish. They are...
How to make goats cheese and bacon stuffed artichokes
Once you have tried goat cheese and bacon stuffed artichokes, you'll be sure to be making them time and time...
How to make polenta and goats cheese pie
Polenta and goats cheese pie - an absolutely wonderful dish for any time of the day and for all occasions....
How to prepare octopus the Italian way
How Italians prepare octopus: While on the island of Ponza, some years ago, I was fortunate enough to watch Maurizio,...
how to make mussels alla Napolitana
Mussels alla Napolitana is a dish normally served during the season. However, you can find some very good quality freshly...
How to make mushroom, broccoli and red pepper bruschetta
We make no secret of our love for bruschetta. This mushroom, broccoli and red pepper bruschetta, may be some distance...
How to make a fresh fennel and orange salad with olives
Fresh fennel and orange is a popular Sicilian salad. It is made with blood oranges when they are in season,...
How to prepare easy boiled shrimp
easy boiled shrimp: We love shrimp in our house and so it's always handy to have some ready cooked, chilled...
How to make focaccia stuffed with cheese
This is a thinnish, focaccia stuffed with cheese. The dough is easy to work and can be stored in the...
How to make cashew and ricotta cheese spread
Cashew and ricotta cheese spread is a very simple recipe with very simple ingredients. It comes together easily in a...
how to make savory baked ricotta with cherry tomatoes
Savory baked ricotta is an Italian favorite for outdoor eating and you can serve it hot or chilled. You may...
How to make the best hummus ever!
How to make hummus: I had not made hummus for many years and I had forgotten how much better it...
how to make caprese stuffed portobello mushrooms
Caprese stuffed portobello mushrooms are a wonderful antipasto or side and pretty garnish or even a stand alone vegetable dish....
how to make cheese and ham eggplant rollatini
Cheese and ham eggplant rollatini: It won't be long now until those eggplant start overwhelming us, so we thought it...
How to pickle beets using just 4 ingredients
PiHow to pickle beets: If you need a reason to wander around your local farmer's market, an opportunity to meet...
How to make kale slaw – coleslaw
Kale Slaw: There are many great ideas for using kale and this recipe for kale slaw (or coleslaw), is one...
Our Top 5 Recipes for turnip greens
Our Top 5 Recipes for Turnip Greens: It really is a thing of beauty to see all the greens growing...
How to make a farmer’s market carrot top pesto
Farmer's market carrot top pesto: Who doesn’t walk through their local fruit and vegetable market without gathering inspiration for the...
How to make a raw artichoke salad with Parmesan
If you love artichokes and have access to fresh ones, this recipe for raw artichoke salad with Parmesan cheese, is...
How to make Monferrato pesto with ricotta – agliata verde Monferrina
Monferrato pesto with ricotta (as we are calling it), is known in Italy as 'agliata verde Monferrina' and is a...
About bruschetta and how to make them successfully
We know from experience, that you love our artichoke pâté bruschetta! This is because we often sample goodies at the...
How to make a French pork and asparagus terrine
Pork and asparagus terrine, a hearty dish that requires a number of steps to prepare. However, we encourage you to...
How to make baked peeled sweet potato wedges
Baked peeled sweet potato wedges: I usually cook my baked sweet potatoes in their skins, in the oven. Once they...
How to make a shrimp cocktail with orange and horseradish mayonnaise
We love shrimp and this little recipe for an easy shrimp cocktail, is the perfect party dish or snack. This...
How to make traditional Italian eggplant caponata
Caponata is one of the typical side dishes of Italian cuisine, Sicilian to be precise. Here is how we prepare...
How to prepare steamed shrimp with balsamic glaze
Steamed shrimp with balsamic glaze: This recipe for steamed shrimp with balsamic glaze is perfect for your next antipasto. The sweetness...
What is the Italian order of service – buon appetito!
what is the Italian order of service? There are many colorful, inventive and varied courses served to you in Italy,...
How to make baked spinach and artichoke dip
There are many different recipes for baked spinach and artichoke dip. It appears that everyone has their own personal favorite...
How to ma collard greens as crispy seaweed
Collard greens as crispy seaweed: Collard greens belong to the same brassica family as broccoli and cabbage. According to research collard...
