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Category Archives: First Course
In Honor of Parmigiano Reggiano Night: Risotto Cacio e Pepe!
October 27, 2012 at 8pm at the “Salone del Gusto” in Turin, Italy, was the webcasted event “Parmigiano Reggiano Night.” This occasion was to celebrate one of Italy’s most beloved cheeses and an opportunity to virtually share the table with … Continue reading
Posted in Entree (lunch/dinner), First Course, Vegetarian
Tagged cacio, cacio e pepe, celebration, cheese, easy recipe, elegant dish, italian recipe, Massimo Bottura, parmesan, parmesan cheese, parmigiano reggiano, Parmigiano Reggiano Night, pepe, pepper, rice, risotto, romantic dinner, sophisticated dish
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Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
Spaghetti cacio e pepe’s simplicity will surprise you. Its sauce, as the name suggests, is made only with cacio (cheese), pepe (black pepper), and the addition of pasta water to make it creamy. I first saw this pasta recipe when … Continue reading
Posted in Entree (lunch/dinner), First Course, Pasta, Vegetarian
Tagged black pepper, cacio, cacio di roma, cheese, easy recipe, easy recipes, formaggio, italian recipe, pasta, pecorino, pecorino romano, pepe, pepper, peppercorn, peppercorns, roman dishes, simple dishes, spaghetti, spaghetti cacio e pepe, spagueti, vegetarian
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Grilled Eggplant with Fresh Mozzarella Tomato & Basil
Eggplants (also known as aubergines) are wonderful whether grilled, baked, fried, or sautéed and can be served diced, sliced, puréed, or halved. I simply adore eggplants. Their earthy almost naturally smoky flavor compliments beef, lamb, and chicken; yet also make … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers, Entree (lunch/dinner), First Course, Light Dishes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
Tagged appetizer, aubergine, baked eggplant, basil, easy recipe, easy recipes, eggplant, first course, grill, grilled aubergine, grilled eggplant, healthy recipe, light dish, mozzarella, side dish, tomato, vegetable, vegetarian
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Ravioli di Ricotta
Ricotta ravioli takes me back to Milan. It’s a wonderful primo piatto (first course) or a meal on its own. It’s a simple yet elegant dish with great balance of delicate flavors. The creamy ricotta filling combined with the rich … Continue reading
Posted in Entree (lunch/dinner), First Course, Pasta, Vegetarian
Tagged browned butter, burro, butter, butter sage sauce, easy recipe, easy recipes, entrees, first course, fresh pasta, fresh ricotta, italian recipes, italy, macarrao, noce moscata, nutmeg, pasta, ravioli, ravioli di ricotta, recipes, ricotta, ricotta ravioli, sage, salvia, vegetarian
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Minestrone
Minestrone is an Italian soup which usually consists of seasonal vegetables and sometimes the addition of pasta, rice, and/or beef. This is one of my favorite soups. It’s hearty, healthy and the best comfort food on a cold night. It’s … Continue reading
Posted in First Course, Light Dishes, Soups, Vegetarian
Tagged healthy meal, healthy recipe, italian recipe, minestrone, soup, vegetable, vegetable soup
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