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Spaghetti al Ragù is a classic Italian dish that brings together the comforting flavors of slow-cooked meat sauce and perfectly al dente pasta. This rich, hearty ragù is made with minced beef, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of red or white wine for depth, simmered to create a full-bodied sauce. Paired with fresh spaghetti and […]

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced olive oil 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 400g of San Marzano tomatoes, (or the best quality you can find) 400g of penne pasta basil leaves, torn Instructions: Step 1: To begin, heat a tablespoon of olive oil on a low heat in a pan and gently soften the minced garlic. […]

Pasta Puttanesca Ingredients: ¾ pound thin spaghetti Kosher salt For The Sauce ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, I often use Italian Nocellara EVOO for this one 4 to 8 anchovy fillets, use to your liking 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional 4 to 5 large garlic cloves, minced 1 28- ounce can whole peeled […]

The stuffing is made with a mixture of bread crumbs, grated cheese, garlic, parsley and olive oil Recipe for 4 persons How to make Sicilian Style Stuffed Artichokes Ingredients: 8 medium sized artichokes 1 pound plain bread crumbs 1/4 pound grated pecorino, Grana Padano or Parmigiano Cheese 2 Cloves finely chopped garlic parsley extra virgin […]

How to make Italian Seasoned Chicken I usually cook at least 6 days a week, it’s cheaper and safer now days lol In a bowl I mixed 2 packets of Italian dressing, 1 1/2 TBSP of the following paprika, cayenne, garlic and onion powder, 1/2 TBSP salt, 1 tbsp pepper, 1/4 cup of oil, a […]

How to make Tagliatelle Bolognese Ingredients: 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 onion finely chopped 2 carrots finely chopped 2 celery stalks finely chopped 1.1 lbs ground beef mince (500g) 0.45 lbs pancetta (200g) 5 fl oz white wine (150ml) or red wine 8.5 fl oz milk (250ml) 8.5 fl oz beef stock (250ml) […]

Ingredients: For The Polenta: ¾ cup fine-grind cornmeal ¼ cup medium-grind cornmeal 4 cups cold water 1 teaspoon fine salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or ghee For The Shrimp: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped ½ to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes ½ cup dry white wine (such as Soave or […]

Ingredients: 4c boiling water (or chicken broth) 1C Instant grits 1/2-1C grated Romano or parm Sea Scallops Juice of 1/2 a lemon 3 TBL butter Chopped parsley Minced garlic (2-4 cloves) Crushed red pepper or cayenne Instructions: Bring water to a boil, slowly whisk in grits then bring down to med low, whisking occasionally till […]

Italian Broccoli Pasta with Pecorino and Lemon offers a delightful fusion of flavors—tender broccoli, savory garlic, zesty lemon, and sharp Pecorino Romano cheese, all harmonizing over perfectly cooked pasta. This dish celebrates simplicity and freshness, making it a satisfying meal that’s both easy to prepare and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Follow these steps to create […]

Baked Eggplant Rollatini offers a delicious twist on traditional Italian flavors, combining tender slices of eggplant with a creamy ricotta filling and savory marinara sauce. This dish showcases layers of flavors and textures, from the lightly baked eggplant that’s been carefully seasoned to the rich, cheesy filling infused with garlic and basil. Topped with marinara […]