This delicious potato pie is a versatile recipe to be served as an appetizer, a side dish or as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad. The base is prepared with brisèe dough that adds crispness. The filling is prepared with potatoes enriched with cream and Parmesan cheese to give it an aromatic note….
Gatto’ Napoletano di Patate (Napolitan Potato Gateau)
Gateau in French, or gattò in Italian dialect from Naples, is a unique dish that can be served as piatto unico (one-dish-meal) or antipasto. It is fast to prepare and tasty to enjoy. Both kids and adults love it! The term gateau is a French word and means cake. This dish is an example of…
Fettuccine al Pesto “Ricco”(Fettuccine with “Rich” Pesto)
Fettuccine with “rich” pesto (also called ” avvantaggiato”, or advantaged) is the ancient version of pasta with pesto that is commonly enjoyed in Liguria today. This recipe is made with potatoes, green beans and pesto. The addition of potatoes and green beans makes this dish truly appetizing, a real delight for those who love vegetarian…
Crocchette di Patate (Potato Croquette)
Potato croquette is a small breaded, fried potato roll, usually shaped into a cylinder. It is an Italian classic that can be served either as a tasty appetizer or a fancy side dish. A plate of croquettes becomes something a bit more special when stuffed with cheese or ham, and it can even be served…
Insalata di Polpo con Patate (Octopus and Potato Salad)
Octopus and potato salad, a refreshing and light dish that reveals the exquisite taste of the octopus. It is a Mediterranean delight to enjoy either as an appetizer or a main course, served either warm or cold and accompanied by a glass of dry white wine. The simple dressing made with olive oil and lemon…
Frittata al Forno con Zucchine (Baked Zucchini Frittata)
Frittata is an Italian-style omelette made with beaten eggs and milk, and enriched with various ingredients such as vegetables, cheese, ham, pasta and herbs. For example in the Neapolitan tradition frittata is commonly made with left over pasta (spaghetti, angel-hair, etc.), ham and cheese. The word frittata literally comes from the Italian verb “friggere” to…
Gnocchi di Patate al Pomodoro (Potato Dumplings with Tomato Sauce)
Gnocchi di patate (potato dumplings) is an Italian classic. These dumplings are small pieces of potato dough, usually round or oblong in shape, which are boiled in water and then served with various toppings such as tomato sauce and fresh basil, oil olive and grated Parmesan cheese, Bolognese sauce or even Brasato al Barolo sauce….
Pizzoccheri Recipe
Pizzoccheri is a homey dish for the cold months, linked to the traditions of the Alpine farmers. The original recipe comes from a small village named Teglio in Valtellina (Lombardy), a well known ski area in the heart of the Alps. The name pizzoccheri seems to derive either from the root of the word, piz…