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Italian Recipes

Authentic Italian Recipes

There are the great cuisines of the world and then there is Italian food, which rises above everything else. (What can we say, we're partial!)  The phrase "Italian cuisine" is actually a misnomer since there is no uniform cuisine for the entire country of Italy but rather dishes and cooking styles that vary from one of Italy's regions to another. Seasonal, fresh ingredients are key to authentic Italian recipes. In many regions, such as Tuscany, the simple dishes are from age-old cucina povere or the cuisine of the poor farmers. If you can't travel to Italy, you can always cook up some of her Italian dishes, at home.


The following articles are free for all readers to access:

Italian Christmas Dessert Recipe: Salame Dolce (Sweet Chocolate Salami)
Sicilian Seafood Recipes for an Italian Christmas Eve
Villa d'Este Reveals the Recipe for Frank Sinatra's Favorite Risotto
Limoncello: The Nectar of Italy's Amalfi Coast
Panettone: An Italian Holiday Tradition

The articles below are available to paid subscribers only:

Dine With the Locals with Home Food + Recipe for Italian Pear Cake (Feb. 2012)
I had been trying to attend a Home Food meal at a private home in Italy since I first learned of the organization in the winter of 2005. Somehow the stars never aligned until this past fall when a dinner in Florence fit perfectly in my schedule. And may I say, it was worth the wait… . . . read more
Recipe From Piedmont: Bagna Cauda al Val Chisone (October 2011)
Traditionally bagna cauda dipping sauce combines only garlic, anchovies and olive oil, served in a small ceramic pot heated by a votive candle, accompanied by with a great variety of vegetables. . . . read more
Recipes from La Tavola Marche: Fava Bean Crostini, Spaghetti with Clams, Whole Fish in Salt Crust (June 2011)
Enjoy these authentic Italian recipes from the owners of an agriturismo and cooking school in Le Marche. . . . read more
Recipe from Friuli-Venezia Giulia: Gnocchi di Zucca (Butternut Squash Gnocchi) (September 2010)
Fall is the perfect time of year to cook this Friulian specialty - gnocchi made from butternut squash. One of the delightful flavors of the Friuli region of Italy. . . . read more
The Warmth and Charm of Ca' Villa - A Piemontese Agriturismo (March 2010)
This agriturismo not only exemplifies the best of Piemontese hospitality, but the best of the local cuisine. . . . read more
Puglia, Florence Hotels, Christmas in Sicily
Two natives take us inside the culinary scene of Puglia, unveil the region's natural wonders and tell us which festivals are not to be missed.Looking for a hotel or apartment rental in Florence? Barbara Ohrbach has the scoop. Finally, a trip to Sicily for Christmas Eve plus seafood recipes. (8 pages) . . . read more
The Dream Interview: Catching Up with the Diva of Tuscan Cooking (May 2009)
We catch up with our friend - the diva of Tuscan cooking, chef, cooking school owner, culinary tour guide and now cookbook author - Judy Witts Francini. She shares the secrets of Tuscan cooking and her favorites places to eat in Florence and Tuscany. . . . read more
Tuscan Recipe: Diva's "Ravioli Gnudi" (Naked Ravioli) (May 2009)
Divina Cucina Judy Witts Francini shares her recipe for an easy and delicious Tuscan dish - Ravioli Gnudi. . . . read more
Gelato: A Sweet Taste of Italy (July/August 2008)
Need something sweet to cool down with on these steamy summer nights? The answer is gelato, gelato...sempre gelato! Discover the story behind gelato here, and pick up a recipe or two to try on your own! . . . read more
Tales of Risotto on Lake Como (March 2007)
Villa d'Este Chef Luciano Parolari, also known as the "King of Risotto" shares cooking tips for his famous risotto, which has been wowing famous and non-famous guests alike for decades . . . read more
Restaurant Reviews/Recipes from "A Culinary Traveller in Tuscany" (June 2006)
Restaurant reviews and recipes from the new book, A Culinary Traveller in Tuscany by Beth Elon. . . . read more
On The White Truffle Trail in Alba Italy
Of the world's most sought after delicacies, the white truffle (tartufo bianco) of Alba is surely near the very top. Follow along as we join a veteran truffle hunter and his dogs for an exciting hunt! . . . read more
Recipe: Pappa al Pomodoro (Thick Tomato and Bread Soup) (July/August 2005)
Try your hand at making this delicious tomato and bread soup! . . . read more
The Dream Interview: Italian Cookbook Author Faith Willinger (June 2005)
Dream of Italy picks the brain of Italian culinary specialist and author of several Italian cookbooks, Faith Willinger, to find out about her favorite Italian ingredients and her weekly Market to Table cooking classes held in Florence. . . . read more
Waiter, More Pizza Please! (February 2004)
Recent research suggests that pizza may lower your risk for various types of cancer. . . . read more
The Power of Parm (September/October 2003)
Forget about the canned variety - search out the true Parmigiano. . . . read more
Sicilian Wines Emerge from the Shadows (July/August 2003)
Sicily is being hailed as Europe's most promising quality wine-producing region . . . read more
A Dining Dictionary for Bologna (July/August 2003)
An explanation of Bolognese favorites - Tortellini in brodo, Tagliatelle con ragu, Lasagne, Bollito misto, and Mascarpone. . . . read more
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