All articles tagged with #italian cuisine
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Chowhound
Trader Joe's offers a highly praised frozen Family Style Meat Lasagna that tastes restaurant-quality, made with rich ingredients like ricotta, three cheeses, and a meaty tomato sauce, and can be cooked in the oven, microwave, or air fryer for a convenient and delicious meal.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Eater New York
Lupa, a rustic Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village once associated with Mario Batali, is being quietly sold and may close, as it is currently listed for $47,000 monthly rent; meanwhile, other local restaurant news includes Laurel Bakery opening a new location and Casa Azul in Park Slope closing after seven years.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Grub Street
I Cavallini, a cozy neighborhood trattoria and follow-up to the acclaimed Four Horsemen, offers a menu emphasizing pure flavors and simple, well-executed dishes, with a warm atmosphere and a focus on Italian-inspired small plates, though it faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor's reputation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Meal
Making homemade pasta with a pasta machine can be tricky, and there are several common mistakes to avoid. These include using dough that is too wet, letting the dough dry out while working, starting with the thinnest setting, not realizing there is dough stuck in the machine, and not using the proper technique. Other mistakes to avoid include trying to use too much dough at once, not letting the dough rest first, letting pasta noodles get too long, not asking for help, and turning the crank too fast.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The View from Great Island
Sicilian lemon cream, also known as Crema di Limone, is a classic Italian dessert with roots in Sicily, made with fresh lemons, sugar, cream, and mascarpone cheese. This creamy and refreshing dessert can be served on its own or used as a filling for cakes and tarts. Variations include using different citrus fruits, honey instead of sugar, and adding Italian liqueurs or herbs for extra flavor. The dessert can be garnished with fresh berries, fruit sauce, nuts, or whipped cream, and is a delicious and elegant treat that is easy to make.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Making traditional potato gnocchi can be challenging, but Roman-style gnocchi, known as gnocchi alla Romana, offers a simpler and heartier alternative. This dish, made with semolina flour, milk, egg, butter, and cheese, is baked rather than boiled, resulting in a creamy and soft texture. While traditionally served plain, variations with added ingredients like sautéed mushrooms or prosciutto are also popular. With just six ingredients, including salt, gnocchi alla Romana is considered almost foolproof to prepare.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Lifehacker
Cuccidati, also known as bucellati, are classic Sicilian Christmas cookies that deserve a spot in your holiday lineup. These fruity cookies feature a soft, buttery dough wrapped around a figgy fruit center, topped with sweet icing and colorful sprinkles. While they require a bit more effort than drop cookies, the dough and filling can be made quickly in a food processor. These delicious treats make a great addition to any Christmas cookie tin and are more satisfying than the usual sugar cookie.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tasting Table
This article provides a classic recipe for Italian Sunday sauce, a staple in Italian and Italian-American cuisine. The recipe includes simple ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, onion, carrot, canned crushed tomatoes, salt, and fresh basil leaves. The addition of grated carrot helps balance the acidity of the tomatoes. The sauce is simmered for 20 minutes and can be served immediately with pasta. The article also provides tips on choosing high-quality ingredients and variations for making the sauce.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Insider
Italian dietitian Marika Mancino, who follows the Mediterranean diet, shared five kitchen hacks to make maintaining a balanced diet easy. Her tips include keeping bags of salad in the fridge for quick and healthy meals, buying frozen vegetables for convenience, stocking up on tinned proteins like chickpeas and tuna, using herbs and spices instead of salt for flavor, and substituting miso paste for store-bought stock to reduce salt consumption. Mancino emphasizes the importance of planning and portion control for a healthy lifestyle.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KRON4
Barbacco, an Italian restaurant located in San Francisco's Financial District, is closing after almost 14 years due to struggles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The restaurant had hoped for a return to pre-pandemic levels by 2023, but foot traffic never fully recovered. Customers can still visit Barbacco's sister restaurant, Perbacco, which is also an Italian restaurant located on the same street. The closure highlights the challenges faced by businesses in San Francisco, including remote work and increasing rent costs.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Insider
An Italian dietitian who grew up following the Mediterranean diet shared her four favorite breakfast recipes, emphasizing the importance of including protein, carbohydrates, fat, and fiber in each meal. Her recommendations include whole grain toast with peanut butter and banana, porridge with various toppings, bran flakes with milk and fruit, and savory options like bread with ricotta or cream cheese paired with eggs. She also highlights the significance of staying hydrated and maintaining an active lifestyle for overall health.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eater NY
The Feast of San Gennaro in New York City's Little Italy offers a variety of traditional Italian foods, but it's important to choose wisely. Some standout options include the pork braciola at Johnny Fasullo's, zeppole at Sophia's, rice balls at Lucy's, St. Joseph's pastry at Ferrara, and baked clams at Umbertos Clam House. Visitors should stick to the three blocks south of Broome Street for the best food stalls, avoid pre-filled cannoli, and opt for freshly fried zeppole. It's also advised to avoid the overpriced restaurant areas and carnival games, and be cautious of pickpockets in the crowded evening hours.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WCVB Boston
Italians are dealing with an invasion of blue crabs, an invasive species that is wreaking havoc on Italy's marine ecosystem and fishing industry. The crabs are devouring stocks of eels, clams, and mussels, causing significant damage to shellfish production. To combat the problem, farm lobby group Coldiretti and fishing associations have been promoting the consumption of blue crabs as a culinary solution. However, the growing population of blue crabs poses a threat to Italy's prized clam harvests and other fish farms. The Italian government has allocated funds to fight the invasion, but the crabs continue to multiply due to favorable conditions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
Italy is grappling with an invasion of blue crabs, an invasive species that is wreaking havoc on the country's marine ecosystem and fishing industry. The crabs, which have no natural predators in Italy, are devouring stocks of eels, clams, and mussels, causing significant damage to shellfish production. To combat the problem, Italians are embracing the "if you can't beat them, eat them" approach, introducing blue crabs to their cuisine. However, the surge in blue crab population poses a potentially devastating threat to Italy's prized clam harvests, which are a key ingredient in dishes like spaghetti alle vongole. The Italian government has allocated funds to fight the invasion, but the problem extends beyond shellfish production, affecting other types of fish farms as well.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Katie Parla, author of "Food of the Italian Islands," highlights the underappreciated pestos of Southern Italy, including Pesto Pantesco from the island of Pantelleria. This rosy, tomato-based pesto is made with hand-harvested capers preserved in sea salt, fresh tomatoes, almonds, garlic, olive oil, basil, and mint. Parla suggests adding additional herbs to enhance the flavor when using American tomatoes. Pesto Pantesco can be served with pasta, vegetables, potatoes, crostini, or sautéed fish or chicken.