Phyllis Smith, Italian Recetas

Pasta with Tuna and Cherry Tomatoes

What to make when there's nothing to make, it's been a long day, no long cooking is desired, or whenever…

Tuna Stuffed Eggs

I first had these as part of a beautiful salad that also included fried eggplant rounds and several types of olives, at the Locanda Rosati near…

Tuscan White Bean Spread

So good, so easy, so adaptable ... Make it the way YOU like it.

Giada's White Bean Dip/Spread

She calls this a sort of Italian version of hummus. It's excellent for dipping with pita bread or spreading on crostini.

Porcini and Sweet pepper Sauce

From the Madonna del Piatto blog and Letizia Matiacci, with gratitude.

Italian Bruschetta

This is as close as I have gotten to the treat I have enjoyed in Italy many times. Some regions include ricotta cheese, some have parmigiano…

Meditteranean Salad

Zuppa Di Verdure, Vegetarian

Quick, easy, good. Be careful not to overcook vegetables.

Italian Farro Salad

This is from Letizia Mattiaci's Madonna del Piatto blog. Beautiful and healthy with the summer's tomato bounty (whatever looks and tastes best at…

Farfalle Con Asparagi

Another favorite recipe from Chef Paolo at the Locanda Rosati in Umbria. A white wine reduction breaks down the vegetable and gives the sauce a…

White Bean & Tuna Salad

This is Giada De Laurentiis's original recipe classic for this. Very basic. One can also add cherry tomatoes, capers, and serve on a bed of arugula.…