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August

 

 From a nutritional point of view this month is the triumph of the color red. Red is displayed in a thirst-quenching watermelon, red raspberries, and the blushing cheeks of nectarines and tomatoes. August in Friuli means the gardens will be full of vegetables as well as the shelves of vegetables […]

Dessert, Recipes

Basil Granita with Strawberry Compote

 

 The granita I made comes from a recipe from the magazine “La Cucina” of the Corriere della Sera. Since December last year (2012) I have not found on it on newsstands and for that I am very sorry. The magazine had very nice graphic layout with original recipes that were […]

Recipes, Rice

Tomato Risotto

 

 I tried this rice many years ago while camping with my classmate Carla. I was struck by the simplicity of its execution and its deliciousness. Carla said, “This is a typical dish suitable for camping and for those who do not want to cook like me!” I make it often […]

Recipes, Soups

Cream of Zucchini and Mint Soup

 

 Those who have a garden know that we often forget a few zucchini that grow up under the large leaves of the plant. In this case, we can gather these overgrown zucchini that are not really suitable to be consumed in the traditional ways. This principle also applies when you […]

Pasta, Recipes

Pesto Fettuccine

 

 Pesto pasta is known in various countries around the world thanks to an industrial production which allows you to store basil and pine nuts in glass jars ready to be enjoyed at any time of the year even when there is the snow. I personally believe that “Pasta al Pesto” […]

Recipes, Vegetables

Zucchini with the Taste of the Sea

 

 A few years ago while on vacation in Argentina, home of my Aunt Giuseppina, I noticed that the zucchini they sold in the market were mostly round and green, a variety that I’d never seen my usual grocery store. This year I found the round type that I had seen […]

Dessert, Recipes

Zuppa Inglese

 

 This cake reminds me of my childhood parties. I do not know exactly why it’s called “Zuppa Inglese” (English Soup) since it is very Italian. I think the name is linked with the key ingredient in the cake, the Creme Anglaise or English Cream, this cream is a cream without […]