Bruschetta (broo-SKAY-tah) is a perfect appetizer to serve with an aperitif; it’s healthy, fast and easy to prepare. The ingredients are simple: bread, tomatoes, olive oil (extra-virgin of course), basil and garlic, but the result is wonderfully flavorful. The type of bread that I use is homemade bread from Puglia or Tuscany. The quality of tomatoes…
Insalata di Lenticchie (Lentil Salad)
This lentil salad with fresh vegetables is a refreshing, summertime dish that you can enjoy either as a main course accompanied by cheese, or served as a side dish. This is a recipe you can prepare in advance and stored in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours. It is quick and easy, in fact, it is…
Lasagne al Pesto (Pesto Lasagna)
Lasagne, one of the most popular Italian dishes, has a long and interesting history. A popular tradition traces its origin to the ancient Greeks. In fact, the name “lasagna” is actually not Italian at all! It comes from the ancient Greek language, “laganon”, but over time, the term lasagne has come to refer to layers…