Salt-crusted sea bass is a mouth-watering and healthy dish. Sea bass is low in calories and an excellent source of protein, minerals, vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Salt-crust baking is one of the oldest and healthiest methods of cooking food. The salt insulates the food, cooking it gently and evenly. In this recipe sea bass…
Involtini di pollo all’italiana (Italian Style Chicken Breast Rolls)
Chicken breast rolls are a perfect and healthy dish for a family dinner any day of the week. The preparation is simple: lay a slice of chicken breast flat and place sliced ham and sage leaves on it, then just roll them up and cut in half, making beautiful and tasty rolls. Sage is a…
Patate Dolci al Forno con Salvia e Parmigiano (Baked Batatas with Sage and Parmesan)
This tasty recipe can be a colorful and nutritious side dish to accompany a main course. I usually enjoy it with stuffed roasted turkey, turkey roll or chicken salad. The addition of sage and Parmesan cheese is my Italian touch that makes this recipe delightful. I love the combination of the batatas’ sweetness and the…
Foglie di Salvia Fritte in Pastella (Fried Sage Leaves in Batter)
This is an excellent appetizer or a cocktail treat to enjoy with a glass of prosecco. Fried sage in batter is a crispy, easy and tasty goody to prepare at the last minute for your family and friends. I usually prepare it in summer with fresh and flavorful sage from the plant on my balcony….
Saltimbocca alla Romana
The saltimbocca (literally “jumps in the mouth” from the skillet, referring to the fact you have to eat it hot off the stove) is one of the flagships of the Roman-style cooking. This tasty dish is made of veal slices lined with prosciutto crudo (dry-cured ham) and sage leaves, cooked in butter and flavored with…