…other vegetables can be preserved using the same oil cure. Here are tips on some of the most typical: Peppers: The peppers can be preserved sott’olio two ways. Method 1:…
Ragù alla bolognese (Bolognese Sauce)
…every Italian dish needs oregano in it!?!?) or hot peppers, neither of which are at all characteristic of this sauce or the cooking of Bologna more generally. Ditto for bell…
Part III: How to Cook Authentic Italian Food At Home
…for example, and the Cajuns have their own ‘Holy Trinity’ of onion, celery and bell pepper. And so many Chinese stir-fried dishes start in almost the same way, with a…
Contorni and Salads
Basic Techniques How to Slice a Bell Pepper Salads, The Italian way of making Italian Tomato Salad: The Essential Guide Recipe List Bieta ripassata in padella (Sautéed Swiss Chard) Broccoli…
Brodo vegetale (Vegetable Broth)
…your mood. Leeks give the broth a mellow and savory flavor. Bell peppers, if used with discretion, can add a nice zesty edge. I always like to add some leafy…
Trippa alla romana (Roman-Style Tripe)
…chopped 1 celery stalk, peeled and finely chopped 1 dried red hot pepper (peperoncino) or a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) White wine Salt and pepper 250-300g (1/2-2/3 lb)…
Aglio, olio e peperoncino (Pasta with Garlic, Oil and Hot Pepper)
…the hot pepper and add tomatoes and a basil leaf you have the most basic of tomato sauces. Keep the pepper and add tomatoes and you have penne all’arrabbiata. Add…
Coscia di tacchino ripiena al forno (Oven-Roasted Rolled Stuffed Turkey Thigh)
…crushed Salt and pepper Grated nutmeg Olive oil For roasting: Olive oil, q.b. Salt and pepper, q.b. White wine, q.b. For garnish (optional): Peeled potatoes, cut into wedges if large…