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Bagna Cauda
Bagna Cauda is a classic sauce from Piedmont, Italy which is for garlic lovers only. The name means “hot bath” and it is served in the same way as fondue, in a pot in the center of the table over a candle. Surround it with raw vegetables which are dipped into the sauce. Serve with plenty of red wine and…
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Shrimp Arancini
Shrimp Arancini, or stuffed rice balls, are a delicious Italian dish that combines creamy risotto with shrimp, then breaded and fried until crispy. Tips for Making Shrimp Arancini Perfect Risotto: Start with a well-cooked risotto. Use Arborio rice for the right texture and creamy consistency. Stir frequently to release the starches. Flavorful Additions: Enhance the risotto with ingredients like garlic,…
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Biscotti di Prato
Biscotti di Prato, also known as Cantucci, are traditional Italian almond biscuits that originate from the city of Prato in Tuscany. These twice-baked treats are made with simple ingredients such as flour, sugar, eggs, and toasted almonds, resulting in a crunchy texture. Biscotti di Prato are typically enjoyed with a glass of Vin Santo, a sweet dessert wine, into which…
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Lemon Biscotti
Lemon biscotti are a delightful Italian treat, characterized by their crisp texture and refreshing citrus flavor. Made with ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and lemon juice and zest, these twice-baked cookies are perfect for dipping into coffee or tea. The addition of almonds or other nuts can enhance their texture and flavor, while a light glaze of lemon icing…
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Focaccia
The first time I ever tasted “Roman bread” was at Monti’s la Casa Vieja in Tempe, Arizona. I vowed to find a good focaccia recipe and tweak it to my liking, and this is the result. There is nothing quite like Italian Garlic-Cheese Bread.
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Cuccidati
Cuccidati are fig or date bars. They are beautiful on cookie trays during the holiday season. Cuccidati, also known as Italian fig cookies, are a traditional Sicilian treat typically prepared during the holiday season, especially for Christmas. They are filled with a mixture of dried figs, nuts, spices, and sometimes citrus zest, all encased in a sweet dough.
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Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp scampi is an Italian-restaurant favorite made right in a skillet. Serve these succulent shrimp over a bed of hot fettuccine or angel hair pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired. Shrimp are sold according to the number of shrimp per pound. A good size shrimp for scampi is 20 to 25 per pound. Very large shrimp tend to…
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Italian Beef
This makes delicious roast beef sandwiches in your slow cooker.
