Pasta alla Norcina is a luxurious, deeply satisfying pasta from Umbria. Traditionally made in Norcia with pork sausages and black truffle, this version pairs Italian sausage and white wine with a creamy truffle sauce, finished with a generous grating of Pecorino. It’s indulgent, full of flavour and can be on the table in about 30 minutes.
Egg Yolk Ravioli made with fresh homemade pasta, a creamy spinach and ricotta filling, and a single golden egg yolk in the center. The ravioli are tossed in a simple brown butter sauce and finished with plenty of Parmigiano Reggiano. Egg Yolk Ravioli is an elegant dish that makes a special starter for anniversaries, Valentine’s … Read more
Chicken cutlets cooked in a bright cherry tomato sauce with garlic and fresh basil. This easy one-pan dinner is light, summery and perfect with crusty bread, roasted potatoes or a simple vegetable side. This recipe showcases fresh tomatoes and basil, making it an ideal summer meal. Cutting the chicken into cutlets speeds up cooking and … Read more
Simple, fast and delicious Herby Garlic Butter Pasta Sauce made with fresh herbs and tossed with your favorite long pasta. Ready by the time the pasta is cooked, this sauce is perfect for quick weeknight meals. This herby garlic butter sauce packs a lot of flavor while taking very little time to prepare. It combines … Read more
A flavour-packed winter salad made with baby spinach, crisp red apple, creamy Gorgonzola and crunchy candied walnuts. Bright pomegranate seeds, salty streaky pancetta and a tangy, cheese-forward dressing make this salad a warming, satisfying option for cold-weather meals. This salad needs cheese: a creamy, silky Gorgonzola that melts into the dressing and ties the sweet … Read more
The most delicious sausage-stuffed mushrooms made with Italian sausage and creamy gorgonzola. These are perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a simple, comforting main. Mushrooms are one of my favorite ingredients for colder months. They have a rich, earthy flavor and are wonderfully versatile. I often use them in mushroom ravioli, creamy mushroom risotto or … Read more
Smooth, creamy and irresistibly rich Cherry Chocolate Ice Cream made with classic Italian Amarena cherries. This no-churn recipe is incredibly simple — about 10 minutes of active prep delivers silky, decadent ice cream with a delicious black forest character. Amarena cherries are a wonderful Italian pantry item: tart, packed in a sweet syrup and perfect … Read more
Learn how to make vibrant spinach pasta dough from scratch with just two main ingredients: flour and spinach. This straightforward recipe yields a bright green dough that can be rolled into lasagne sheets, cut into tagliatelle, or shaped however you like.
The simple and utterly delicious Burrata and Anchovy Sandwich, inspired by the Amalfi coast. Creamy burrata pairs with salty anchovies, sweet sun-blushed tomatoes and peppery arugula for a sandwich that comes together in about five minutes yet tastes extraordinary. If you find yourself in Amalfi, be sure to visit La Bottega dei Ferrari for one … Read more
This Cannellini white bean salad with tuna, fresh basil and bright lemon is light, fresh and ready in under 10 minutes. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or a healthy side dish. Simple ingredients combine to make a flavourful, satisfying salad. I love this recipe for three reasons: It’s fast – aside from finely chopping … Read more