A lighter version of the Eggplant Parmesan: no eggs and no bread crumbs. Eggplants are sliced and grilled in the oven. Then you proceed according to the traditional recipe adding layers of tomato sauce and cheese.Still great flavor but less fat and less work. It will come as no surprise […]
Do you have some bread or pizza dough in your fridge that you made or from the grocery store? Even a small piece of dough can make lots of mini pizzas. You can make them in advance and freeze; in this way you’ll have an irresistible and healthy snack for your children (and for […]
I find the process of making lasagna extremely relaxing. I love working on the sauces and fillings and assembling them in a dish before baking. This recipe is one of the italian classics: creamy, cheesy, spinach lasagna flavored with a hint of nutmeg and a combination of white sauce and fresh […]
The tarte tatin (pronounced tart tah-TAN) is an upside-down tart, traditionally made with butter, sugar, apples and a pastry crust — but many creative cooks have found interesting ways to reinvent this classic French dish with vegetables instead of fruit, making what was once a sweet treat a savory indulgence. Here’s […]
Potato Gateau is a French savory potato cake re-adapted to the Italian cuisine, and mostly known around the area of Naples as “Gattò”. Made of mashed potatoes, egg, parmigiano and with a filling of mozzarella and usually ham you can easily convert it to vegetarian by using a mix of spinach (and scarola). […]
For all those cheese and mushroom lovers out there, here’s a simple recipe that fuses both loves. Layers of potatoes, mushrooms and cheeses baked till the mozzarella on the top becomes golden brown. This makes a good side dish but can also serve as a meaty main dish as well. Serve […]
The Pizza Quattro Formaggi is the ideal recipe for leftover cheese. The four cheeses I listed in the ingredients below are a suggestion but you can use any cheese you like or you’ve got in your fridge …. although Parmesan and Mozzarella are warmly recommended 🙂 photo coco zordan
This torta is perfect for a spring brunch, for your kids’ lunch box or for a light dinner. It can be served warm or at room temperature, accompanied by a fresh mixed salad. It will keep well in the fridge for over a week. photos by coco zordan
Matteo and Valeria has sent a delicious “spaghetti” recipe made with burrata* (a soft mozzarella filled with cream) and grilled cherry tomatoes. The instructions are both in italian and in english. *The name “burrata” means “buttered” in Italian. Recipe by Valeria and Matteo Zordan, Vicenza , Italy.