Recipes

Authentic homemade Italian recipes, easy and full of flavor. Enjoy traditional and affordable dishes, perfect for any occasion.

Main courses, Recipes, Side dishes, Step-by-Step in 3 Minutes

Italian-style green beans with tomato and basil (fagiolini in umido)

28 September 2025 / No Comments

There are dishes that conquer you from the very first spoonful: these Italian-style green beans with tomato and basil (fagiolini in umido) are a great example. Al dente green beans in a light and aromatic Italian-style tomato sauce, made with three steps that make all the difference: cooking uncovered to keep them bright green, binding the sauce with a little…

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Eggs alla Pizzaiola with Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil

17 September 2025 / No Comments

Looking for a recipe that combines simple ingredients with all the flavor of Italy? Today I’m bringing you Eggs alla Pizzaiola, so called because they use some of the most iconic pizza ingredients: tomato, basil, and mozzarella. This Italian cooking technique brings those flavors to life in a comforting, easy dish, perfect for any occasion. Watch the video with all…

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Italo sandwiches, Recipes, Step-by-Step in 3 Minutes

Zingara ischitana: recipe for the Italian sandwich that is a hit in Ischia

17 September 2025 / No Comments

There are bites that taste like summer and music in the square. The Zingara ischitana was born in a pub in Ischia in the late 70s, in the midst of the hippie era. Its name, which in Italian means “gypsy”, evokes freedom and a desire to travel, and well defines the spirit of this crispy panini made with rustic bread,…

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Sicilian Caponata: The authentic sweet and sour eggplant stew from Italian cuisine

9 September 2025 / No Comments

There are dishes that call for calm and care, and Sicilian Caponata is one of them. A delight that everyone can enjoy, as it is vegan-friendly. Actually, it is said that there are almost 30 different variations of caponata. That is to say, there is no single recipe. Even so, the most popular ones are the Palermitana, which is the…

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Apulian frise (friselle): traditional Salento recipe with tomato, arugula, and eggplant
31 August 2025
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Apulian frise (friselle): traditional Salento recipe with tomato, arugula, and eggplant

31 August 2025 / No Comments

In the heart of the Salento, among centuries-old olive groves and the intense perfume of wild arugula, one of the most authentic jewels of Apulian gastronomy is kept: the Apulian frise (friselle). With origins so ancient that some historians link them to the diets of medieval travelers, this twice-baked bread transformed into a humble and resilient food, ideal for difficult…

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Spaghetti with Garlic, Olive Oil and Chili (Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino)

19 August 2025 / No Comments

Spaghetti with garlic, olive oil and chili (in Italian, pasta aglio, olio e peperoncino) is a classic of Italian cuisine: simple, quick and delicious. This dish requires few ingredients and is ready in under 15 minutes. It’s the perfect choice for a last‑minute dinner or whenever you want to enjoy a good plate of pasta without complications. It represents the…

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