Almost every article contains a beautiful, related photo (no, we didn't take them ourselves) inspiring you to rush into the kitchen or to your favorite Italian restaurant. We briefly describe each item, followed by a direct quote to entice you to read it. While we do not necessarily agree with each author's affirmations, we only present material that we feel is of value. We plan to increase our collection from time to time. Check out our new section on regional specialties and wine pairings.
A simple lamb stew with uncomplicated flavours. This calls for an Italian wine, Try it, you'll like it.
Heathcock ~Click to read Italian Lamb Stew Recipe"...Make some potatoes, cubed and roasted in olive oil to accompany it, some salad and a perfect Sunday lunch fit for a king is yours for very little effort."
Ideally this dish is made in a wood burning fireplace. And don't forget the wine. Splurge - use a good quality Italian red; it's worth it.
Speciale ~Click to read For The Love Of Lamb - Italian Lamb Stew"Also like most of my recipes, serve this Italian lamb stew with..."
We are sort of cheating by including Teng's Mexican meatball recipe here. Try it - you'll forgive us.
Teng ~Click to read 2 Killer Meatball Recipes From Italy And Mexico"Meatballs... how good they are... especially when they are from Italy and Mexico...
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Excellent when made, these meatballs can be frozen and reheated. Make sure that you follow Altobelli's suggestions.
Altobelli ~Click to read Looking For A Great Italian Meatball Recipe"IMPORTANT! Do not cook meatballs in your pasta sauce! Meatballs cooked in sauce..."
I was quite young when I first learned about Osso Buco from my aunt Sarah who was quite a gourmet cook. I don't have her recipe, but you'll love Hanus's.
Hanus ~Click to read Entree Italian Osso Bucco-Recipe"I serve one shank per person. If the cost is high you can..."
Dekker's recipes are great for people who are watching their weight. They are also great for people who are not watching their weight.
Dekker ~Click to read Light Veal Recipes To Barbeque Or To Broil"...You will never be able to tell that these unique recipes are considered to be..."
Are you familiar with morel mushrooms? Speciale lets us know how great they are with Veal Scaloppini and in Risotto, an Italian rice.
Speciale ~Click to read For The Love Of Morel Mushrooms"...Unlike thousands of people each year who actually go into the woods searching fot these mushrooms, I hunt for my mushrooms at... "