Tuscan Panzanella with Peak-Season Tomatoes, Basil and Torn Sourdough
Tear the bread into rough 1-inch chunks rather than cutting it, so the craggy torn edges soak up dressing while the smoother f...
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No-Bake Italian Lemon Mascarpone Icebox Cake with Summer Berries
In a large bowl, whisk the mascarpone with the powdered sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and vanilla until smooth and creamy. ...
Chilled Italian Panzanella Salad with Tomatoes, Basil and Mozzarella
Place the sliced red onion in a small bowl of cold water and let it soak 10 minutes to mellow its bite, then drain well. Ser...
Grilled Peach and Charred Citrus Spritz with Fresh Thyme
Heat a grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates. Serves 4 Ingredients 2 ripe peaches, halved and pitted 1 o...
Grilled Peach, Prosciutto and Burrata Crostini with Hot Honey
Warm the honey with the red pepper flakes in a small pan over low heat for 2 minutes, then set aside to infuse into hot honey....
Grilled Bruschetta with Charred Tomatoes, Basil and Burrata
Heat a grill to medium-high direct heat. Serves 6 Ingredients 1 large sourdough or ciabatta loaf, sliced 3/4-inch thi...
Grilled Fig and Honey Skewers with Whipped Ricotta and Pistachios
Whip the ricotta, mascarpone, 2 tbsp honey, vanilla and orange zest together until light and smooth; chill until serving. Se...
Charred Peach and Basil Sparkler with Honey and Ginger
Brush the peach halves lightly with olive oil and grill cut-side down over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until deeply caram...
Sicilian Cannoli with Crisp Marsala Pastry Shells, Sheep's Milk Ricotta, Candied Orange and Pistachio Dust
Make the shell dough: in a bowl combine flour, sugar, cocoa, cinnamon and salt. Rub in the lard with cool fingertips until the mixture res...
Italian Negroni with Campari, Sweet Vermouth, London Dry Gin and Flamed Orange Peel
Understand the drink's philosophy: the Negroni is built on equal parts bitterness (Campari), botanical herbal sweetness (vermouth), an...
Osso Buco alla Milanese with Braised Veal Shanks, Gremolata and Saffron Risotto
Prepare the veal shanks: tie each shank around its circumference with kitchen twine — this holds the meat to the bone during braising and ...
Italian Aperol Spritz with Blood Orange, Prosecco, Sparkling Water and Fresh Rosemary Sprig
Choose the right glass: a large balloon wine glass (at least 16 oz) is traditional and essential — it allows the aromas to bloom and accom...
Italian Aperol Spritz with Prosecco, Blood Orange, Fresh Rosemary and Mediterranean Olives
Ingredients 3 oz Aperol 3 oz dry Prosecco DOC 1 oz sparkling water Ice (large cubes preferred) 1 slice blood orange (or regular orange) 1...
Italian Blood Orange Aperol Spritz with Rosemary and Prosecco
Ingredients 3 oz Aperol 3 oz Prosecco, chilled 1 oz fresh blood orange juice 1 oz club soda 1 sprig fresh rosemary Ice (large cubes) Bloo...
Burrata Bruschetta with Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil Oil and Aged Balsamic
Ingredients 4 thick slices sourdough or ciabatta 2 tbsp olive oil (for toasting) 1 clove garlic, halved 2 balls fresh burrata (4 oz each)...