An all-time classic from Milan, risotto alla Milanese works perfectly as a side dish with ossobuco or as a first course on its own. The key ingredient is the use of saffron which give this dish it’s unique taste and signature yellow colour. SERVES 4 Ingredients Preparation Heat stock and saffron in a 2-qt. saucepan…
Category: Starter
Steamed Mussels With Tomato
Whether we’re talking about a dinner party or a quick weeknight meal, it doesn’t get much better than a big bowl of steamed mussels. Mussels have a lot of things going for them—they are quick to cook and they are delicious. Often made in bianco, they also pair perfectly with tomatoes.
Pasta e Piselli alla Napoletana
Pasta e piselli alla napoletana is a simple yet delicious recipe from the Campania region. This traditional dish, midway between a minestra and a pasta asciutta, is perfect for every season. Easy to make, this classic ricetta povera (poor recipe) is an exquisite and substantial everyday dish ready in 30 minutes.
Eggplant Parmigiana Towers
A lighter alternative to traditional eggplant parmigiana, these single-serving eggplant towers are a wonderful summer meal. They are a much easier, faster and lighter version of the hearty traditional dish because the eggplants are grilled, not fried. Served hot or cold, this vertical rendition of the parmigiana is sure to impress your guests
Fennel and Orange Sicilian Salad
This orange and fennel salad is a fresh, colourful starter perfect for hot summer months. The mix of soft and crunchy textures and sweet and sour flavours of this dish are really what make it so attractive. Add a few black olives for an additional briny taste and a few drops of white balsamic vinegar to liven up the fennel’s licorice flavour. As with every simple recipe, success lies in the details. Carefully slice your ingredients, making sure to balance them out in the plate for a nice presentation. This salad also makes an interesting main course when combined with ricotta salata or a beautiful side dish with some seared tuna.
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