In a traditional Italian meal the “Contorni” are usually served as a side dish for the second course, just after the “Primi Piatti” but before the Desserts. In this recipe you will find recipes to cook almost any vegetables, ideas for salads, traditional preparations with potatoes and the likes.
A delicious finger-licking starter these raw black olives sautéed with garlic and chilli pepper. Purplish-black colour, sweetish flesh and a bitter aftertaste that together have a unique and irresistible flavour.…
Give these grilled aubergines seasoned with garlic, parsley and a drizzle of olive oil a serious boost. This type of Italian dressing, typically used for vegetables, is called ‘trifolato’ in…
Serve up these potato wedges Italian four-cheese style, a truly delicious mix of Gorgonzola Dolce, Asiago, Fontina and Parmigiano. Serves 2, Preparation 10 minutes, Cooking 30 minutes Method Preheat the…
Tuscan stewed bean soup also known in Tuscany as Fagioli all’Uccelletto, is an ancient recipe which consists of cannellini beans, sage and Tomato sauce. Sage is essential and this in…
Puntarelle are the tender side stems with leaves of Catalogna chicory, boasting a slightly bitter taste and crunchy texture. They are delicious either cooked or raw and when paired with…
