Braised Carrots with Parmesan Cheese
Carrots braised in butter and water until wrinkled and concentrated in flavor, finished with Parmesan.
Sautéed Sweetbreads with Tomatoes and Peas
Delicate calf’s sweetbreads (thymus), poached and peeled, then sautéed with peas and tomatoes.
Pizza Rustica Pork and Cheese Pie, Abruzzi Style
A savory pie from Abruzzi combining ham, mortadella, mozzarella, and ricotta inside a sweet egg pastry crust.
Lamb Stew with Ham and Red Bell Pepper
Lamb cubes stewed ‘a crudo’ with garlic and herbs. Finished with strips of ham and sweet red bell pepper.
Chicken Fricassee with Red Cabbage
Chicken is smothered in red cabbage and red wine, cooking until the cabbage melts into a dark, sweet, supple sauce. A unique and comforting winter …
Sweet and Sour Tuna Steaks, Trapani Style
Fresh tuna steaks are smothered in a caramelized onion sauce enriched with sugar, vinegar, and wine. A luscious Sicilian sweet and sour seafood dish.
Sautéed Swordfish with Capers and Vinegar
Swordfish steaks are sautéed and bathed in a tangy ‘Stimpirata’ sauce made with celery, onions, capers, and vinegar. A bright and flavorful Sicilian dish.
Blueberry Ripple Cheesecake
This cheesecake features a stunning purple marble effect created with homemade blueberry purée. The filling uses a blend of cream cheese and mascarpone for an …
Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes with Basil Cream
A sophisticated, individual take on the retro classic. Caramelized pineapple rings sit atop moist sponge cakes, served with a unique basil and lime cream that …
Peach Cobbler
This old-fashioned favorite features juicy peaches topped with a soft, biscuit-like dough. Poaching the peaches first ensures they are perfectly tender by the time the …