Tag: ItalianFood

One Pot Pasta

One Pot Pasta

A quick and easy creamy one pot pasta made with caramelized onions, chicken stock, and a kick of chili oil. Cooking the fettuccine directly in the sauce means fewer dishes and maximum flavor in under 40 minutes. Prep Time:10minutes minsCook Time:25minutes minsServings:4 people Equipment Ingredients For garnish / 

Tomato Burrata Salad

Tomato Burrata Salad

This Tomato Burrata Salad with Basil is the easiest summer salad worth making, built on ripe tomatoes, creamy burrata, and a small trick that turns the tomato juice into the dressing. No cooking, ready in about 10 minutes. Prep10minutes minutesServings 4 Ingredients Instructions  Notes Nutrition Information Serving: 1servingCalories: 135kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 2g (4%)Fat: 11g (17%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated 

Polenta

Polenta

Polenta is a comforting Italian staple known for its creamy texture and versatility. Warm, rich, and satisfying, it can be served soft and velvety or cooled and crisped to perfection. Whether paired with hearty sauces, roasted vegetables, or enjoyed on its own, polenta transforms simple ingredients into a deeply comforting dish.

Prep 10minutes mins
Cook 25minutes mins
Total 35minutes mins

Ingredients

  • ▢6 cups water
  • ▢2 tsp salt
  • ▢1 3/4 cups yellow cornmeal
  • ▢4 tbsp butter unsalted
  • ▢1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • ▢1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Method

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the 6 cups of water to boil. Add the 2 teaspoons of salt. Whisk in the cornmeal, reducing the heat to low and cooking until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal becomes tender which will take about 25 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat, add in the butter and stir until melted, then add in the parmesan cheese. Garnish with extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition

Calories415kcalCarbohydrates55gProtein12gFat17gSaturated Fat3gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat5gCholesterol4mgSodium1284mgPotassium242mgFiber7gSugar1gVitamin A57IUVitamin C1mgCalcium109mgIron

Burrata Pasta

Burrata Pasta

This One-Pot Spicy Vodka Burrata Pasta cooks entirely in a single pan in exactly 30 minutes. Dry penne simmers directly in a spicy tomato and vodka broth, naturally thickening into a rich sauce without needing to drain any hot water. Finished with a fresh ball 

Brown Butter Fettuccine Alfredo

Brown Butter Fettuccine Alfredo

Brown Butter Fettuccine Alfredo is a rich, comforting twist on a classic pasta favorite. Nutty browned butter blends with a creamy, velvety sauce to coat every strand of fettuccine, creating a simple yet indulgent dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or an easy restaurant style 

White Pizza With Shaved Vegetables and Pesto

White Pizza With Shaved Vegetables and Pesto

This fresh take on white pizza has a base of pesto and white cheeses topped with a veritable salad of all our favorite green vegetables. Peas and crispy, thin-shaved asparagus, zucchini, and leeks are topped with watercress, basil, and pecorino curls for a satisfying slice that just happens to be vegetarian.

Recipe information

  • Total Time45 minutes
  • Yield4 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta

16 ounces prepared pizza dough, room temperature

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided, plus more for pan

1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), trimmed, thinly shaved with a vegetable peeler

2 small leeks, whites and pale-green parts cut into half moons, very thinly sliced (about 1 cup)

4 ounces asparagus, trimmed, thinly shaved with a vegetable peeler

1/2 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella

1/4 cup store-bought or homemade pesto

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

1/2 cup watercress

1/4 cup torn basil

1.5 ounces Pecorino, shaved into curls with a vegetable peeler (about 1/2 cup)

1/3 cup unsalted, roasted pistachios, coarsely chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Place a rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 500°F. Drain ricotta in a paper towel-lined colander.

Step 2

Gently stretch dough to a 16×12″ oval and transfer to a lightly oiled rimmed baking sheet. (If dough springs back, cover with plastic wrap and let rest 10 minutes, then stretch again, resting as needed.) Brush with 1 Tbsp. oil, then bake until dry and golden, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, toss zucchini, leeks, asparagus, peas, salt, and 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium bowl. Whisk ricotta, mozzarella, pesto, garlic, and lemon zest in another medium bowl until smooth.

Step 4

Spread ricotta mixture over dough, then arrange vegetables over. Bake pizza, rotating pan halfway through, until cheese is melted, vegetables are roasted and tender, and crust is golden brown, 7–9 minutes.

Stp 5

Meanwhile, toss watercress and basil with remaining 1 tsp. oil. Remove baking sheet from oven, then transfer pizza with a pizza peel or offset spatula to wire rack. Top pizza with watercress mixture, Pecorino, and pistachios. Let cool slightly, then cut into wedges and serve.

Garlic Parmesan Knots

Garlic Parmesan Knots

Garlic Parmesan Knots are soft, buttery, and packed with savory flavor. Twisted into bite-sized knots and baked to golden perfection, they’re brushed with garlic and Parmesan for an irresistible appetizer or side that’s perfect for sharing or enjoying all on your own. Prep: 10minutes minutesCook: 10minutes minutesYield: 16 servings Ingredients Instructions

Creamy Shrimp Risotto With Mascarpone

Creamy Shrimp Risotto With Mascarpone

Creamy Shrimp Risotto with Mascarpone is a luxurious, comforting dish that feels elegant yet approachable. Tender shrimp mingle with perfectly cooked risotto, enriched with creamy mascarpone for a silky, rich finish an indulgent meal that’s perfect for special dinners or anytime a touch of sophistication 

Caprese Frittata

Caprese Frittata

Caprese Frittata is a fresh, flavorful dish inspired by the classic Italian salad. Fluffy eggs are combined with juicy tomatoes, melty cheese, and fragrant basil, creating a light yet satisfying meal that works just as well for breakfast and brunch as it does for an easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time:5minutes mins
Cook Time:13minutes mins
Servings:8 generous serves

Ingredients

  • ▢1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ▢2 teaspoons garlic minced, or 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • ▢250 g grape tomatoes
  • ▢1/2 cup fresh basil leaves stems removed, finely sliced or shredded
  • ▢1 pinch salt to season – optional
  • ▢8 eggs large
  • ▢1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or skim/low fat milk
  • ▢1/2 cup baby spinach leaves pre washed and ready to use
  • ▢3 ounces mozzarella cheese fresh, slice thinly into rounds
  • ▢2 tablespoons grated mozzarella cheese optional
  • ▢1 drizzle balsamic glaze

Instructions 

  • Preheat your oven to broil or grill setting on medium heat.
  • Slice tomatoes in half horizontally. Heat oil in an 8-inch non stick pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the garlic, stirring while it cooks for about one minute until fragrant. Add the tomato slices and basil. Continue cooking until the tomatoes are becoming slightly blistered and soft.
  • While the tomatoes are frying: whisk the eggs, milk and a pinch of salt together in a medium-sized bowl until well combined. When tomatoes are ready, transfer HALF of the tomato mixture onto a warmed plate; cover and set aside.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the remaining tomatoes in the pan, stirring the tomatoes around through the eggs (for about 20 seconds) to mix the flavours through.
  • Reduce heat to low-medium; add in the spinach leaves and arrange the mozzarella slices evenly over top, pressing them down slightly into the egg, and cook until the eggs are almost set (the centre will be slightly runny). It takes about 8 minutes (approximately).
  • Sprinkle the extra cheese (if using) over the top and transfer pan/skillet into the preheated oven. Grill/broil until the top is golden, puffed up and cooked through. The edges and the bottom of the frittata will be golden.
  • To serve, warm the remaining tomatoes and basil mixture, and spoon over the top. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze.

Notes

We recommend using fresh mozzarella both grated and sliced into rounds for the best consistency. 

Nutrition

Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 850IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Fried Calamari

Fried Calamari

Crispy, flavorful Fried Calamari is a delicious appetizer that tastes like something you would order in a fancy restaurant. The calamari is tenderized, breaded and then fried to golden brown, crunchy perfection. Take it to the next level with marinara sauce for dipping! Prep Time:20minutes minutesCook Time:30minutes minutesServings:4 people