Sicilian pasta con le sarde with sardines and fennel
Palermo-style pasta con le sarde: bucatini with fresh sardines, wild fennel, raisins, pine nuts and anchovies, scented with saffron and finished with toasted breadcrumbs.
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Creamy Mushroom Risotto, Perfectly Mantecato
Creamy mushroom risotto with Carnaroli rice, sautéed mixed mushrooms, and a final stir of butter and parmesan: a comforting first course.
Seafood spaghetti allo scoglio with mussels and clams
Spaghetti allo scoglio with mussels, clams, prawns and squid, tossed in a light sauce of cherry tomatoes, garlic and parsley. The seafood first course of summer Sundays.
Sicilian Pasta alla Norma with Fried Eggplant and Ricotta Salata
Sicilian pasta alla Norma with fried eggplant, basil tomato sauce, and grated ricotta salata: a simple, generous first course.
Neapolitan eggplant a funghetto
Neapolitan eggplant a funghetto: diced eggplant fried and then tossed in the pan with cherry tomatoes, garlic and basil. A tasty summer side, good warm or at room temperature.
Zucchini alla scapece, fried and marinated with mint
Neapolitan zucchini alla scapece: zucchini slices fried and marinated in oil, vinegar, garlic and fresh mint. A summer sweet and sour side, even better after a few hours.
Classic Roman Cacio e Pepe: the authentic recipe with perfect pecorino cream
Authentic cacio e pepe with DOP pecorino romano, toasted black pepper, and the right technique for a smooth, lump-free cream sauce.
Homemade Béchamel Sauce, Creamy and Lump-Free
Homemade béchamel sauce with milk, butter, and flour: creamy, smooth, and lump-free in minutes. The base for lasagne, baked pasta, and gratins.
Bolognese Ragù, the Classic Slow-Cooked Recipe
Classic bolognese ragù with ground meat, soffritto, and slow cooking: thick, fragrant, and perfect for tagliatelle and lasagne.
Homemade Tomato Sauce, Simple and Quick
Homemade tomato sauce with passata, garlic, and basil: a simple, quick base for pasta, pizza, and countless Italian recipes.
Classic Pastry Cream, Smooth and Velvety
Classic Italian pastry cream with milk, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla: smooth, velvety, and lump-free. The base for tarts, choux, and filled cakes.
Glossy Chocolate Ganache, Just Two Ingredients
Chocolate ganache with cream and dark chocolate: glossy, smooth, and versatile. The base for glazes, fillings, and truffles, ready in ten minutes.