Panzarotti (deep-fried pizza turnovers) Print Prep time 1 hour 20 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 1 hour 40 mins Historically, it was rare to have an oven at home and food to be baked was brought to the baker to be placed in the oven. Everyone could deep-fry however, so…
Asparagi gratinati (asparagus and Parmesan gratin)
Asparagi gratinati (asparagus and Parmesan gratin) Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 22 mins Total time 32 mins This recipe works great for both a starter and as a side dish. I like to make big trays of these for dinner parties so that guests can help themselves. Author: Woo Wei-Duan Recipe…
Polpettone Genovese (potato and vegetable casserole) – Liguria
Polpettone Genovese (potato and vegetable casserole) – Liguria Print Prep time 40 mins Cook time 1 hour Total time 1 hour 40 mins This is a great starter which works well as a main for any vegetarians. It could also be served as a side dish with a meaty meatloaf and be…
Frittata di zucchine (courgette / zucchini omelette)
Frittata di zucchine (courgette / zucchini omelette) Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 35 mins Categories: Kids, Quick and Easy, Gluten Free, Dairy Free*eliminate cheese, Vegetarian Here is a quick, simple and nutritious dish which works well as a starter, light lunch or as a main with a…
Crostoni ai funghi (mushroom toast)
Crostoni ai funghi (mushroom toast) Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 15 mins Categories: Healthy, Gluten free*Use gluten free bread, Dairy free*eliminate cheese, Quick and Easy Wild mushrooms are too good to resist. I love to saute them with some garlic, parsley and splash of vinegar. When the…
Sardenaira / Pizzalandrea (focaccia topped with tomato, anchovy, olives and capers) – Liguria
Sardenaira / Pizzalandrea (focaccia topped with tomato, anchovy, olives and capers) – Liguria Print Prep time 1 hour 30 mins Cook time 1 hour 30 mins Total time 3 hours Categories: Healthy, Dairy-free*substitute water for the milk, Vegetarian*leave out the anchovies Pissaladière is a caramelised onion, anchovy and olive topped bread from Nice,…
Parmigiana di melanzane in crosta (bread filled with aubergine Parmigiana) – Sicilia
Parmigiana di melanzane in crosta (bread filled with aubergine Parmigiana) – Sicilia Print Prep time 1 hour 30 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 2 hours The deliciously familiar layers of aubergine married with cheese and tangy tomato sauce were conveniently encased in a soft, slightly sweet bread reminiscent of childhood packed…
Cavolfiore al Castelmagno (cauliflower cheese) – Piemonte
Cavolfiore al Castelmagno (cauliflower cheese) – Piemonte Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 15 mins Children shudder at the sight of cauliflower on their plate but I have yet to meet a child that did not adore cauliflower cheese. In Piemonte, it is made with arguably Piemonte’s greatest…
Bruschetta con asparagi (grilled asparagus bruschetta)
Bruschetta con asparagi (grilled asparagus bruschetta) Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 5 mins Total time 15 mins This is based on one of my favourite ways to make asparagus- grilling it with lemon zest and olive oil and then finishing it in lemon juice. The base of the asparagus is then…