This bright green soup uses simple, wholesome ingredients and is full of fresh flavour. Light and quick to prepare, it’s perfect for a weekday dinner or a relaxed weekend lunch. Serve it with crusty bread for a comforting bowlful. After a week of pasta dishes, I wanted something lighter and refreshing, so I made this … Read more
A rich, comforting Pistachio Lasagna layered with a silky pistachio béchamel, thin slices of Italian ham, fresh mozzarella and Pecorino Romano. Inspired by Sicilian flavours, this lasagna balances the nutty intensity of pistachios with creamy cheese for an elegant family-style meal. We love lasagna, and this pistachio version stands out. A classic béchamel is blended … Read more
Minestrone Primavera — a bright, green spring vegetable soup made with asparagus, leek, peas and cannellini beans. Light yet satisfying, it’s full of fresh flavours and ready in about 35 minutes. Minestrone is a classic Italian soup with many regional and seasonal variations. While some versions are thick and tomato-based with pasta and beans, others … Read more
Insalata di Riso is a classic Italian rice salad enjoyed throughout the summer. Bright, flavourful and simple to prepare, this salad makes a perfect light lunch, a picnic staple or a crowd-pleasing dish at barbecues. Insalata di Riso captures the essence of an Italian summer. Alongside ripe peaches and juicy watermelon, this rice salad is … Read more
Learn how to make a truly refreshing Sicilian Pistachio Granita at home. This simple recipe uses just four ingredients and yields a light, creamy granita that’s perfect for hot days. Serve it with a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream and a soft Sicilian brioche bun for an authentic touch.
Quick, simple and budget-friendly, spaghetti alla puttanesca is the perfect weeknight meal. The sauce combines salty olives, briny capers and anchovies with tomatoes, then it’s tossed with spaghetti and finished with fresh parsley. A classic Italian dish that’s ready in minutes.
Make ultra-smooth, creamy Stracciatella Gelato without an ice cream machine. This no-churn Italian gelato uses just four simple ingredients and takes about five minutes to prepare. It’s incredibly easy and delicious.
Make an outstanding Italian Lamb Ragu (Ragu di Agnello) with vegetables, red wine and fresh rosemary. This rich, slow-simmered sauce is easy to prepare and ideal for a relaxed family meal. Serve it tossed with pappardelle or folded into lasagna, and finish with shavings of Pecorino and plenty of crusty bread to mop up the sauce (fare la scarpetta!).
You’ll love this Sour Cream Pesto Dip with Prosciutto Dippers. Fresh homemade pesto is folded into sour cream and served with crisp mustard, Parmesan and prosciutto pastry twists—perfect for parties. I’ve made this dip for years. It started when Nathan and I were living with his family in Edinburgh and discovered how irresistible fresh pesto … Read more
Pizza Scima is a traditional unleavened flatbread from Abruzzo. Made simply with flour, white wine and olive oil and finished with flaky sea salt, it’s quick to prepare and incredibly moreish. Serve warm with cured meats, cheeses, olives and a drink for an easy antipasti-style treat. Pizza Scima (pronounced sheema) is unlike the familiar leavened … Read more