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INGREDIENTS (4 PEOPLE) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4-5 limes) 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 2 oranges) 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro or parsley 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste, and 1/4 cup olive oil 2 lbs sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced 2...
INGREDIENTS (4 people): 4 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup vegetable broth Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Grated Parmesan cheese for serving DIRECTIONS: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive...
PHOTO BY LA CUCINA ITALIANA A Brief History of Carbonara The origin of Pasta alla Carbonara is a matter of debate – as it happens when something is this popular and beloved. If it is true that there's a halo of mystery surrounding the history of one of the most famous pasta dishes in the world, it is also true...
INGREDIENTS (4 people) 1 lb lasagna sheets 1 lb ground beef 1 lb chicken livers, cleaned and chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup tomato passata 1/2 cup beef or chicken broth 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup béchamel sauce 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Salt...
INGREDIENTS (4 people): 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup Marsala wine 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a shallow bowl, mix together flour, salt,...
Ingredients (4 people) • 2 whole Branzino (cleaned and scaled) • 1 lemon, thinly sliced • 2 cloves of garlic, minced • 1 small bunch of fresh parsley, finely chopped • 1 small bunch of fresh thyme, finely chopped • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • Extra-virgin olive oil • Parchment paper, kitchen string Directions • Preheat the oven...
History of the Recipe According to legend, the dish was invented in the 1970s when a Verona chef decided to try using Amarone wine in a traditional risotto recipe. As a result of the risotto's creamy texture and the rich and complex flavors of the wine, the dish quickly gained popularity in eateries all over the area. Amarone wine has...
History of the Recipe The central Italian region of Umbria is where the traditional pasta dish known as "pasta alla Norcina" first appeared. It is believed to have come from Norcia, a small town in Umbria known for its sausages and other foods made from pork. The dish typically features a creamy sauce made with Italian sausage, heavy cream, and...
