Polpettone (meatloaf) – Emilia Romagna Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 45 mins Total time 55 mins Categories: Kids, Quick and Easy, Gluten free*use gluten free breadcrumbs Polpettone, known as meatloaf in America, is made in several regions in Italy with many variations. It is typically made free form however and cooked…
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…
Spaghetti con polpette (spaghetti and meatballs) – Sicilia
Spaghetti con polpette (spaghetti and meatballs) – Sicilia Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 40 mins Categories: Kids, Dairy-Free*eliminate cheese and substitute wine or water for milk, Gluten free* use gluten free pasta, Quick and Easy Spaghetti and meatballs is a favourite amongst children and adults love…
Spaghetti aglio, olio e peperoncino (spaghetti with garlic chilli oil) – Campania
Spaghetti aglio, olio e peperoncino (spaghetti with garlic chilli oil) – Campania Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 20 mins Categories: Quick and Easy, Kids* eliminate chilli, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Gluten free*use gluten free pasta This is the simplest and quickest Italian pasta dish. It can be made…
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…
Pappa col pomodoro (tomato and bread soup) – Toscana
Pappa col pomodoro (tomato and bread soup) – Toscana Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 2 hours Total time 2 hours 20 mins Categories: Healthy, Kids, Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Season: Summer This soup originates from Siena in Toscana and was a traditional way to use up leftover bread. It can be…
Risotto alla primavera (spring vegetable risotto) -Veneto / Toscana
Risotto alla primavera (spring vegetable risotto) -Veneto / Toscana Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 50 mins From Veneto (vegetarian) or Toscana (with meat), Primo (First course) Categories: Kids, Vegetarian, Healthy*can substitute butter with olive oil, Dairy Free* substitute butter with olive oil and eliminate the cheese,…
Brodo vegetale (vegetable stock) – Ricetta di base (Base recipe)
Brodo vegetale (vegetable stock) – Ricetta di base (Base recipe) Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 25 mins Total time 35 mins Categories: Vegetarian, Healthy Vegetable broth is the base for soups, risottos and many other dishes. Author: Woo Wei-Duan Recipe type: Ricetta di base (Base recipe) Serves: 1.2 litres Ingredients…
Spaghetti ai frutti di mare / Spaghetti allo scoglio (seafood spaghetti)
Spaghetti ai frutti di mare / spaghetti allo scoglio (seafood spaghetti) Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 30 mins Categories: Kids, Dairy-Free, Quick and Easy, Gluten free*use gluten free pasta, Healthy Spaghetti with seafood’s a favourite in my house with young and old alike. For dinner parties,…
Carciofi alla romana (artichokes with parsley, garlic and mint) -Lazio
Carciofi alla romana (artichokes with parsley, garlic and mint) -Lazio Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 1 hour Total time 1 hour 20 mins Categories: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Healthy, Gluten free, Season: Spring, Summer, Autumn I love this dish and it pairs perfectly with roasted lamb. It can be served hot or…