Ravioli gnudi alla fiorentina (spinach and ricotta dumplings) – Toscana Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 35 mins These feather-light balls of spinach, ricotta and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses with a hint of nutmeg take a warm bath in sage infused butter before being served. They are the perfect…
Minestrone alla Genovese (vegetable soup)- Liguria
Minestrone alla Genovese (vegetable soup)- Liguria Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 35 mins Total time 50 mins Categories: Healthy, Vegetarian, Gluten free*use gluten free pasta, Quick and Easy, Dairy Free*leave out cheese I do find it tempting to tamper with this dish everytime I make it. It seems illogical that simply…
Verdure grigliate (grilled mixed vegetables)
Verdure grigliate (grilled mixed vegetables) Print Prep time 45 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 1 hour 15 mins Categories: Healthy, Dairy-Free, Gluten free, Season: Spring/Summer/Autumn Grilled vegetables are a standard starter on many menus across Italy. It makes for a delicious variety of flavours, textures and colours. It is also very…
Piadina (griddled flatbread) -Emilia-Romagna
Piadina (griddled flatbread) -Emilia-Romagna Print Prep time 45 mins Cook time 45 mins Total time 1 hour 30 mins Categories: Kids Piadina are a typical dish of Romagna where there are many informal restaurants with outside seating during the summer frequented by families and groups. Piadine can be enjoyed with various sauces, sautéed…
Pansotti (triangular ravioli filled with greens and cheese) – Liguria
Pansoti (triangular ravioli filled with greens and cheese) – Liguria Print Prep time 45 mins Cook time 25 mins Total time 1 hour 10 mins Categories: Vegetarian, Healthy, Season: Spring Pansoti are a quintessentially Ligurian dish traditionally paired with salsa alle noci (walnut sauce). It can also be served with olive oil…
Torta verde (chard and ricotta pie) – Liguria
Torta verde (chard and ricotta pie) – Liguria Print Prep time 2 hours 15 mins Cook time 1 hour 10 mins Total time 3 hours 25 mins Categories: Vegetarian This is best baked in a metal cake tin so that the pastry crisps on the bottom as well. Store bought puff pastry…