Anchovies are healthy too! Anchovies are also very nutritious and have many vitamins and minerals that provide great health benefits. Best known as a source of Omega-3 fatty acids, anchovies are packed with protein. In addition, they are an excellent source of calcium, selenium, niacin, vitamin B12, potassium and vitamin A! Aside from their flavor-enhancing … Read more
Also known as gnocchetti dalla Valle D’Aosta, these dumplings (chnèfflènè) are a wonderful example of Italian mountain food. They are made with a thick dough similar to spaetzle cooked in boiling salted water and garnished with onions sautéed in butter, wine and a little broth. A simple vegetarian recipe that takes little time to make … Read more
Italians love both farmed and foraged mushrooms, and there are so many delicious ways they can be prepared and eaten. However, I would say the most popular way is with pasta, like in these mushroom pasta recipes. Mushrooms can be paired with meat or seafood or be the main character in a recipe. You can … Read more
This La Calamarata recipe is a classic dish from southern Italy that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. The dish pairs tender squid (calamari) with sweet cherry tomatoes and calamarata pasta, a unique pasta shape that resembles calamari rings. This recipe is excellent for anyone who loves authentic Neapolitan flavors and wants … Read more