Italian Pistachios Biscotti with Cardamon and Orange Zest are a spiced twist on the classic Italian Almond biscotti aka cantucci. I have to confess that the inspiration on this variation came from many years spent leaving in the Middle East, where I learned about different …
A warm, hearty and comforting Italian lentil soup bursting with flavors. This traditional lentil soup is easy to make and is perfect for colder days. I grew up eating lot of lentils and definitely this soup has been a staple. Still today I make it …
Spelt Tagliatelle with Kale and Mushroom is a hearty pasta, a bit more rough since I played with different flours to obtain a more rustic pasta texture. Spelt pasta and in general all whole wheat and whole grains pasta have a less smoother texture compared …
Roasted Beetroot, Pumpkin and Lentil Salad makes a flavorful root vegetable salad that is a meal by itself. This salad has a nutritious mix of ingredients and a flavorsome combination of textures and flavours, so make it right now to take advantage of the seasonal …
Although February is the shortest month of the year, it is packed with holidays and events. Valentine’s Day, Superbowl Sunday and Mardi gras all revolve around food, so figuring out what to cook in February can be a challenge if you want to celebrate it …
Winter. It makes me think of the freezing temperatures, grey skies, and mountains covered with snow. But while everything seems to be asleep, nature offers us an incredible array of fresh vegetables and fruits. The colorful orange, fennel and beet salad celebrates winter fruits and brings …
January is the strangest month of the year for me. While it marks the start of a new year and the need to clear my mind and drive what matters in my life, I also feel I need to take it slow since everything around …
This deeply satisfying Gemelli pasta with leek and mushroom is an ideal recipe for the colder months. Seasonal vegetables such as Leeks and mushrooms are caramelized and stick to the pot until they are deglazed with dry vermouth to break all those delicious bits that …
Classic Italian Minestrone Soup is a traditional soup that every family in Italy makes differently, but the common ingredients are different vegetables, beans and sometimes pasta. This is the recipe you need when you want a comforting meal that will leave you nourished and satisfied. Minestrone …
This classic Italian lentils recipe is the traditional meal we eat in Italy on 31st December after the stroke of midnight. I have to confess that I grew up eating lentils quite often during the winter, but on 31st December in the morning my parents …
