When the heat intensifies and we look to enjoy the authentic taste of the sea without complicating our lives, the Neapolitan culinary tradition offers us true wonders. Preparing Italian-style mussels or impepata di cozze is the best proof that, often, less is definitely more. This preparation dispenses with heavy sauces, allowing the product to shine with its own light. Unlike…
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Pasta with fava beans and pecorino: traditional recipe with a grilled touch
There are combinations that define the arrival of spring in Italy, and none is as iconic and authentic as the union of tender fava beans with the bold character of pecorino cheese. This pasta with fava beans and pecorino recipe is not just a seasonal dish; it is a ritual that connects us to the land and the purest traditions…
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Steak with gorgonzola sauce: tricks for tender and juicy meat
Getting a beef steak to the perfect level of doneness is almost an art, especially for those taking their first steps in the kitchen. Often, the fear of the meat ending up as tough as shoe leather makes us avoid this dish, but today I will show you that with a couple of technical secrets, the result is spectacular. This…
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Vegetarian carbonara pasta with zucchini
The classic version with guanciale has character and power, I know it well (take a look at my original recipe). But this vegetarian carbonara pasta with zucchini surprises with its balance: lighter and fresher, with zucchini sautéed in extra virgin olive oil and the scent of basil, and all the creamy texture provided by egg yolks, pecorino, and parmesan cheese…
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Zucchini and shrimp pasta with saffron
The zucchini and shrimp pasta with saffron enhances every ingredient: the zucchini provides its sweetness and juicy texture, the shrimp offer a concentrated marine base by infusing their heads and shells into a light bisque, the saffron dyes the dish an intense gold and perfumes it with its characteristic aroma, and the fresh marjoram adds an herbal touch that balances…
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Bacalao frittelle: crispy and juicy fritters
During Holy Week, cod is a must on your table; the authentic Frittelle di baccalà, the Italian version of cod fritters, are golden and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, perfect for celebrating Easter with family. These fritters have roots throughout the Mediterranean basin: in Portugal, bolinhos de bacalhau are potato and cod croquettes served as…
