…Finely sliced mushroom caps Shavings of white truffle For the garnish (optional): Arugula, watercress, microgreens or any other tender salad green Fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme, minced or…
Maccheroni positanesi
…the anchovy, capers and olives as well. Rub a salad or serving bowl large enough to hold all the pasta comfortably with the cut side of the garlic clove. Discard…
Scamorza alla piastra (Griddled Scamorza Cheese)
…slices are often topped with prosciutto (or cooked ham) which gives it even more flavor. Served with some good, crusty bread and a green salad, it makes a delightful, light…
Sautè di cozze (Italian Steamed Mussels)
…the table. Serve with crusty bread—a baguette is ideal—to sop up that delicious sauce! We followed our steamed mussels with a mixed green salad and a hunk of bucheron cheese…
Tortellini fatti in casa (Homemade Tortellini)
…pesto (the pesto would completely overwhelm and clash with the taste of the stuffing) and—even worse‚ tortellini “salad”. Whoever thought of the latter monstrosity should be strung up. Tortellini alla…
Pasta al forno (Baked Pasta)
…a primo or first course, but I suspect most people today would be happy to make it a meal in itself, perhaps followed by a green salad and a piece…
Pane Burro e Alici (Bread Butter and Anchovies)
…antipasto or snack, but if you ask me, you can make a light meal of them if you want, just followed by a salad and some fresh fruit. And for…
Crocchette d’agnello e bieta (Lamb and Swiss Chard Croquettes)
…cover) the strong taste of re-cooked lamb. But, personally, I think the best way to use leftover lamb is to eat it at room temperature as a kind of salad…