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The pastiera is the queen of Easter celebrations in the home of Neapolitans. Created to wish good luck and prosperity, it is a very ancient dessert that probably dates back to remote pagan rites and has maintained its origin as a propitiatory food even with Christianity. It is an irresistible, soft, enveloping, moist, fragrant dessert….
POLPO ALLA LUCIANA is a typical second course of Neapolitan cuisine, a simple and slow preparation that makes the octopus very soft and incredibly tasty. The name of this dish should not be misleading; octopus alla luciana is typical of the Santa Lucia suburb in Naples, an old fishing district, called precisely “luciani,” famous for…
Easter is synonymous with rich and hearty dishes, and Pizza Chiena is a standout treat that combines tradition and indulgence. Passed down through generations, this savory pie is a delightful combination of buttery pastry and a luscious, cheese-filled center. It’s the perfect dish to celebrate the holiday with family and friends. Why Love Pizza Chiena?…
Eggplant rolls or Eggplant Rollatini with mozzarella and prosciutto are a tasty and easy-to-prepare dish. In the Nonna Nella recipe the eggplant is grilled, so it is a fairly light dish that you can serve as a main course or as an appetizer. Eggplant Rolls are a delightful Italian-inspired dish that combines tender slices of…
Naan is a leavened, oven-baked or tawa-fried flatbread which is found in the cuisines mainly of Western Asia, Central Asia, Indian subcontinent, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Caribbean. I make naan bread for my children. They love Italian-style naan bread. Once the bread is prepared, I stuff it with a few salad leaves, some cooked…
What Is a Maritozzo con Panna? A maritozzo (plural maritozzi) is a soft, sweet yeast bun from Rome. It is split open on the side and filled with a thick layer of whipped cream, then smoothed flat and dusted with powdered sugar. This version flavors the dough with orange and lemon zest and honey. Romans…
LINGUINE AGLI SCAMPI is a rather quick dish to prepare, very tasty, flavorful and ideal to bring to the table in both cold and warm months; in short, a great impression with this first course is always assured!!! It is advisable to use fresh fish for the preparation as the latter will give even more…
Neapolitan-style escarole is a very tasty side dish with a very simple preparation. It is a combination of flavors with a strong and contrasting character. The sweet flavor of the raisins first meets the savory flavor of the black olives and capers and soon after is enriched with the hint of sea from the anchovies…
What Is Crema Pasticcera? Crema pasticcera is Italian pastry cream. It is a thick, smooth custard made from egg yolks, milk, sugar and starch, flavored with lemon zest and vanilla. Italian bakeries use it to fill cream puffs, cornetti, pasticciotti and lobster tails. It is cooked on the stove until it thickens, then chilled. This…
Artichokes stuffed with “tappa dell’uovo,” are among the most beloved Sicilian recipes ever. They are part of tradition and are really simple to prepare. These artichokes, in fact, are always stuffed with flavored breadcrumbs but this is sealed inside with an egg “cap.” This is why they are called in dialect “carciofi ca tappa i…
Parmigiano Reggiano has a millennia-long history, but even today it is still produced as it was originally: few ingredients, all 100 percent natural and no additives. Although according to some the birth of this cheese can be dated more or less 2,000 years ago by the Etruscans, the first written traces come from the Middle…
Artichokes, with their delicate flavor and versatility, are a jewel of Italian cuisine. From hearty stews to elegant appetizers, they lend themselves to an array of dishes that delight the palate. However, for many home cooks, the thought of cleaning artichokes can be daunting, a task often avoided because of its seemingly intricate nature. …
It is not pasta repassed in a pan…. They are not run-of-the-mill spaghetti with tomato sauce…. They require seriousness and devotion…They are Spaghetti all’Assassina. The most famous recipe involving the use of cooking spaghetti entirely in a frying pan. What separates this pasta from everything else are two elements, both related to the way it…
You surely know Amaretti cookies, the best known ones are the hard ones we find in the supermarket, this instead is the soft version, much better! It is the recipe for the famous Calabrian Amaretti, soft inside as only almond paste can be, slightly caramelized outside… in short you have to try them! They are…
Here in Italy, by the term “PASTINA,” we mean any kind of pasta with a very small size. “Fili d’Angelo, Stelline, Semini, Risoni,” these are some of the names of the most commercialized “pastina” formats. Here in Italy, “pastina” is always present in all stores and is marketed by brands such as Barilla, Divella, De…
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is a quintessential dish from the Campania region, blending tender potato gnocchi with a rich tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella, and fragrant basil. This comforting, oven-baked dish is a celebration of Italian tradition and simplicity. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Cooking Time Preparation Time: 45 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes…
Fettuccine Alfredo is one of the most popular pasta dishes in the United States and has been a true symbol of Italian cuisine for several generations of Americans. Even today they can be found in overseas restaurants – fewer and fewer – and among supermarket shelves, either as a ready-made sauce or packaged with pre-cooked…
Today I will guide you through the preparation of an exquisite Torta della Nonna, enriched with a creamy ricotta velouté, all embraced by the crunchiness of almonds. A journey through the genuine flavors of home cooking, where love of tradition is combined with creativity in a dessert that will win palates and hearts. Get ready…
Chocolate custard, or Crema Pasticcera al Cioccolato, is a versatile and essential preparation that serves as the base for countless desserts. Made with simple ingredients such as milk, egg yolks, sugar, cocoa and dark chocolate, it offers a luxurious texture and rich flavor. Whether as a filling for cakes, pies or tarts, or served on…