Calamari in umido (calamari stew) is a common recipe found throughout Italy. A similar recipe is also common with octopus :: polipo, an ingredient loved and used often in Italian cuisine.
This calamari stew is a great recipe when you want a meal that warms you up. It’s a synch to make and is packed with aromatic Mediterranean flavors like onions, garlic, white wine :: vino bianco, tomatoes, Read More
Although summer tried to hang on, autumn has officially arrived bringing an array of beautiful colors and cool temperatures. Finally I can use my oven once again after shunning it during the hot and humid summer that kept me out of the kitchen. It’s the perfect moment to make these delicious dutch cocao squares that Paolo Folloni from Forno di Mario (Mario’s Bakery) in Correggio shares with me in this video recipe {in italian}. Continue Reading
My family and I live over 5000 miles apart, but we were doing the same thing this weekend: harvesting. My brothers’ and their families got together at my parent’s house in Washington State for their annual “Harvest Weekend” where they picked apples :: mele and made apple cider, apple pies, apple crisps, dried apples and apple sauce. It’s one of my favorite family traditions. There is a lot of Continue Reading
The classic recipe for mashed potatoes :: purè calls for butter, cream, milk…and usually more butter. I wanted to create a lighter version that didn’t compromise the delicious taste. After a few trial and errors, I perfected the recipe for creamy mashed potatoes that are loaded with flavor.
Don’t get me wrong, I still use butter :: burro in my recipes. It’s a natural ingredient that used in moderation can actually have health benefits, like Continue Reading
October proposes many new vegetables, from pumpkin to Swiss chard, radicchio to cabbage. And, although cucumbers :: cetrioli rounded out their season in September, I’ve slipped them into one final recipe as I make the transition from summer to fall cooking.
Mr. Italicano and I eat legumes about 2-3 times a week. I usually make a big batch and we eat them in different ways, either in Continue Reading