Italian Recetas

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.…

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus w/ Taleggio Sauce

Oven roasted, prosciutto wrapped asparagus served over a creamy, mild taleggio cheese sauce.

PASTA PILAU

Frittelle carnival treats

Hurray it's that time of the year again! It's carnival, so it's time to make those addictive deep fried, gorgeous cakes. Every year for me has…

Basil Dipping Oil

This is an easy and quick dipping oil. It is a nice dipping oil for freshly baked breads. I did not add salt, pepper or other ingredients that may…

Mega Garlic Basil Foccacia

This Foccacia bread is adapted from a recipe made at the California Culinary Academy at a "Weekends At The Academy" class that I took 17 years ago.…

Parmesan tuna belly red

Beans Beans Beans, Dried Beans Rule!

The easiest way to make sure they are always cooked perfectly. Here is a video in the link to show you how~

Bobby Lovera's Skillet Carbofredo with Grilled Sea Scallops

Carbonara, the Coal Miner's pasta. Can be made with eggs for a sticky frittata style or without eggs for a…

Veal Stew Osso Bucco Castano

Veal Osso Buco slow simmered in a rich Portobello sauce with Lavender, Cinnamon, Black Truffles and Allspice. Red Wine, Marcona Almonds, and a hint…

Italian Apricot Semolina Sunburst Bread

This bread is adapted from a recipe made at the California Culinary Academy at a "Weekends At The Academy"…

PIGNOLI COOKIES

“Spiced ~ Up” Red Sauce with Cannellini Beans and Spaghetti!!!

This is a meal that is sure to please, served with a beautiful side salad. With Love, Catherine xo

Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

For a romantic dinner, try this superb shrimp, sauteed in a buttery, garlic and lemon wine sauce. It doesn’t…

Pane ZICHI al ragu' di cinghiale

Un piatto molto antico legato fortemente alla cultura gastronomica sarda!!! Povero ,ma unico nela sua specie…