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Rustico Cooking Recipe Index

Here's an interactive index containing all the recipes on our website... Just click on the underlined recipe title to see the recipe in its entirety. All of the recipes were written by Micol Negrin. You can join Micol at our cooking school in NYC for day or evening hands-on cooking classes; click here for the current class calendar. Or cook with Micol at your very own private cooking party: cooking parties are an original way to celebrate a birthday or anniversary, and a great team-building activity for your office. Even more recipes are available in Micol's cookbooks Rustico: Regional Italian Country Cooking and The Italian Grill.

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Antipasti | Cold Salads & Vegetables | Pasta, Rice, Soup, & More | Fish & Seafood |
Meat & Poultry | Sides & Sauces | Bread, Focaccia, Pizza, & More | Desserts |
Step-By-Step Recipes | The Italian Grill Index | Rustico Cookbook Index

Antipasti

bruschetta, a classic Italian appetizer

Arugula and Two-Cheese Frittata (Puglia)

Asparagus Spears Wrapped in Pancetta

Step-By-Step Best-Ever Sage Fritters

Bresaola Topped with Arugula and Shaved Parmigiano (Lombardy)

Bruschetta with Prosciutto and Mozzarella

Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna

Classic Bruschetta (Molise)

Crispy Four-Cheese Phyllo Triangles over Baby Greens

Crostini with Artichoke Paste, Mozzarella, and Roasted Tomatoes (Campania)

Crostini with Quick Tuna Mousse (Piedmont)

Crostini with Radicchio, Pancetta, and Mascarpone (The Veneto)

Crostini with Roasted Peppers and Goat Cheese

Crostini with Smoked Salmon and Chive Mousse

Endive Boats with Gorgonzola and Walnut Mousse

Fontina, Tomato, and Arugula Triangles

the artichoke

Fried Mozzarella in a "Carriage" (Campania)

Fried Zucchini Blossoms

Grilled Eggplant Bundles Stuffed with Ricotta

Grilled Leeks in Pink Peppercorn Marinade

Grilled Polenta Coins with Mushroom Ragu (Val d'Aosta)

Grilled Radicchio in Warm Pancetta Dressing

Grilled Shrimp and Red Pepper Skewers

Harvest Vegetables with Warm Anchovy-Garlic Dip (Piedmont)

Italian Sausage and Pecorino Frittata

Lemon-Soaked Anchovies (Liguria)

Ligurian Fish Carpaccio (Liguria)

Miniature Onion-Herb Frittatas

Mirella's Truffled Artichoke Flan (Umbria)

Mozzarella and Bread Skewers in Warm Anchovy Sauce (Latium)

Mustard-Laced Celery Root and Ham Bundles Tied with Chives

Potato and Leek Frittata with Taleggio (Lombardy)

Prosciutto and Melon Lollipops (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)

Roasted Pepper Boats with Pancetta and Pecorino

Salt Cod Salad with Smoky Peppers and Green Olives

Shrimp Fritters over Spicy Fennel Slaw

Simple Chickpea Crostini (Calabria)

Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Coins over Grilled Focaccia

Smoked Salmon "Carpaccio" over Arugula

Smoked Swordfish Topped with Arugula

Smoky Mortadella Wedges (Emilia-Romagna)

Soft Bruschetta with Tomato and Purple Onion (Basilicata)

Speck and Asparagus Scrolls (Trentino-Alto Adige)

Spicy Jumbo Shrimp with Fresh Mint

Truffled Salmon Carpaccio over Baby Greens

Tuna- & Tomato-Topped Bruschetta

Tuscan Cheese Souffle (Tuscany)

Wine-Poached Shrimp over Cannellini Bean Salad

Zucchini & Zucchini Blossom Frittata with Three Cheeses

Cold Salads & Vegetables

Arugula, Tomato, & Olive Salad

Asparagus, Tomato, and Feta Cheese Salad

Baby Arugula, Walnut, and Scallion Salad with Hard-Boiled Eggs

Cannellini Bean and Tuna Salad with Cucumbers and Basil (Tuscany)

Crunchy Hearts of Palm Salad with Fresh Mint

Hearts of Palm Salad with Prosciutto Cotto, Bocconcini, and Olives

Fennel Slaw with Tarragon and Mustard Seeds

Grilled Peppers in Basil Marinade

Marinated Zucchini Ribbons

Mixed Baby Greens with Focaccia Croutons

Mom's Summer Salad

Step-by-Step Roasted Peppers

Shaved Fennel Salad in Balsamic Vinaigrette (Emilia-Romagna)

Sicilian Cauliflower Salad (Sicily)

Summer Radish and Tomato Salad

Tuna Panzanella (Tuscany)

Winter Pomegranate Salad

Pasta, Rice, Soup, & More

Baked Rigatoni with Gorgonzola Cream

Barley Risotto with Corn and Smoked Mozzarella

Bread, Cabbage, and Fontina "Soup"

Bucatini in Summery Pork Ragu (Sicily)

Buckwheat Pasta with Cabbage, Caraway Seeds, and Fontina (Lombardy)

Cavatelli are a classic southern Italian pasta

Cavatelli with Broccoli Raab and Toasted Bread Crumbs (Basilicata)

Cavatelli with Ricotta, Grape Tomatoes, and Basil

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup (Emilia-Romagna)

Step-by-Step Eggplant Parmigiana with Mozzarella, Basil, and Fresh Tomatoes

Escarole, Barley and Sausage Soup

Step-by-Step Escarole, Meatball, and Cannellini Bean Soup over Bruschetta (Molise)

Fava Bean Puree with Wilted Wild Greens (Puglia)

Farro Polenta with Game Ragù (Tuscany)

Fettuccine with Peas, Prosciutto, and Cream

Fresh Pasta with Poppy Seeds and Sugar (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)

Garganelli Pasta in Wilted Leek Sauce

Gemelli with Crab, Asparagus, and Saffron

Gnocchi in Delicate Mushroom Sauce (Piedmont)

Step-by-Step "Guitar Pasta" with Spicy Tomato Sauce (Abruzzo)

Herb-Flecked Crepes in Chicken Broth (Abruzzo)

Step-by-Step Homemade Rigatoni with Broccoli Raab

Knitting Needle Pasta with Pork Ragu (Sardinia)

Step-by-Step Lasagne al Pesto Ligurian-Style (Liguria)

Linguine with Shrimp and Arugula

Maria Rosa's Pasta with Mediterranean Herbs (Liguria)

Mom's Summer Rice Salad (Lombardy)

Mushroom "Rags"

New Year's Lentils (Latium)

Orecchiette with Broccoli Raab (Apulia)

Orecchiette with Meatballs and Mozzarrella (Basilicata)

Penne Rigate with Roasted Peppers and Pancetta

Penne with Arugula and Tomatoes (Apulia)

Penne with Creamy Radicchio and Bacon (The Veneto)

Potato Gnocchi with Basil Pesto

Step-by-Step Ravioli in Duck Ragu (Tuscany)

Step-by-Step Ricotta Cannelloni

Ricotta Ravioli with Asparagus Tips in Browned Poppy Seed Butter

Step-by-Step Ricotta Ravioli with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Rigatoni in Hearty Two-Meat Ragu (Latium)

Rigatoni with Roasted Peppers & Olives

Risotto with Endive and Shrimp (The Veneto)

Sardinian Pasta with Sausage and Ricotta (Sardinia)

Seafood Risotto (Apulia)

Spaghetti in Spicy Amatriciana Sauce (Latium)

Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Mozzarella in Foil Packets

Spaghetti in "Angry" Tomato Sauce

Spaghetti with Garlic and Olive Oil (Molise)

Step-by-Step Spaghetti with Mussels, Pancetta, and Tomatoes

Spaghetti with Sausage, Peppers, and Pecorino

Spaghetti with Spicy Sausage Sauce

Spicy Chickpea Soup with Pasta (Basilicata)

Spinach and Potato Gnocchi with Gorgonzola Sauce in Parmigiano Baskets

Summer Vegetable Soup and Eggs over Bread (Basilicata)

Tagliatelle with Basil Pesto and Zucchini Blossoms

Tagliatelle with Cauliflower, Pine Nuts, & Raisins (Sicily)

Tagliatelle with Celery Sauce (Puglia)

Tiny Gnocchi in Pesto Sauce

Tuscan Penne in Walnut-Garlic Sauce (Tuscany)

Step-by-Step Tuscan Ribollita Soup (Tuscany)

Umbrian Lentil Soup with Rosemary Shrimp

Vermicelli with Roasted Peppers and Eggplants (Sicily)

Wine-Laced Onion Soup (Piedmont)

Winter Minestrone with Barley and Sage (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)

Fish & Seafood

scallops

Bacon-Wrapped Truffled Monkfish Filets (The Marches)

Clams in Light Tomato Sauce (Calabria)

Grilled Squid in Chive-Tarragon Oil

Grilled Tuna with Arugula

Lemony Octopus Salad

Mediterranean Sea Bass al Cartoccio

Mixed Fried Fish and Seafood

Perfect Baked Salmon with Lime-Cilantro Sauce

Prosciutto-Wrapped Monkfish in Herbed Oil

Roasted Red Snapper Marinated with Mountain Herbs

Scampi and Asparagus in Lemon-Tarragon Dressing

Sea Bream Skewers with Caramelized Lemons and Fresh Bay Leaves

Shrimp with Cabbage, Scallions, and Bacon

Spice-Rubbed Salmon

Spice-Rubbed Tuna Steak (Tuscany)

Spicy Mahi-Mahi with Cherry Tomato Salsa

Steamed Mussels with Marjoram and Garlic Ligurian-Style (Liguria)

Stuffed Squid in Light Tomato Sauce

Stuffed Swordfish Rolls (Sicily)

Towering Seafood Salad

Traditional Fish & Seafood Cioppino

Meat & Poultry

lamb chops

Beer-Marinated Cornish Hen with Baby Vegetables and Aromatic Herbs

Braised Chicken with Juniper Berries and Potatoes (Trentino-Alto Adige)

Brined and Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

Chicken and Porcini Mushrooms

Chicken Scaloppine with Balsamic Vinegar and Basil (Emilia-Romagna)

Chicken with Fennel, Olives, and White Wine (Sardinia)

Drowned Veal Chops (Lombardy)

Grilled Baby Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary (Latium)

Grilled Chicken in Foil Packets with Many Herbs

Grilled Herb-Rubbed Chicken (Umbria)

Grilled Pork Chops with Sweet Pepper Salad

Grilled Rabbit with Savory Herb Rub

Grilled Veal Bundles with Fontina, Sage, and Prosciutto

Hanukah Fried Chicken

lamb roast

Herbed Pork Tenderloin in Puff Pastry Crust

Lamb in Creamy Cheese and Egg Sauce (Abruzzo)

Lamb with Aromatic Herbs and Red Wine (The Veneto)

Pan-Fried Sausages and Juicy Grapes

Pork Stew with Leek and Red Pepper (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)

Step-by-Step Pot Roast with Carrots, Juniper, and Mace

Roasted Baby Lamb Chops with Mustard-Rosemary Rub

Roasted Chicken with Oranges and Currants (Latium)

Roasted Rack of Lamb with Herb Marinade

Sausages Stuffed with Truffled Pecorino (Umbria)

Slow-Cooked Beef Bundles in Red Wine Glaze

Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs in Red Wine Sauce

Slow-Cooked Chicken with Fennel, Olives, and Scallions

Veal Ossobuco with Baby Vegetables and White Wine (Lombardy)

Wine-Braised Pork with Olives (Tuscany)

Sides & Sauces

Attilio's Stuffed Baked Potatoes (The Marches)

Step-by-Step Braised Cannellini Beans with Onions and Swiss Chard

Braised Chickpeas with Pancetta and Tomatoes (Molise)

Step-by-Step Brown Chicken Stock

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic

Castelluccio Lentils with Pancetta and Aromatic Herbs

Cauliflower Gratin with Pancetta and Fontina

Chicken Broth

Classic Roasted Asparagus

Crustless Zucchini Tart (Liguria)

Endive, Cauliflower, and Roasted Pepper Salad

Escarole with Lemon and Garlic

Fresh Tomato Salsa

Garlic-Laced Escarole (Campania)

Grilled Scallions with Spicy Almond Pesto

Lemony Roast Potatoes

Ligurian-Style Pesto (Liguria)

Marinated Beet Greens and Stems with Olive Oil, Lemon, and Garlic

Nonna's Braised String Beans

Nutmeg-Laced Potato Gratin

Pan-Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Zest and Garlic

Roasted Beet Salad

Roasted Butternut Squash with Balsamic Glaze (Emilia-Romagna)

Roasted Savoy Cabbage with Crispy Bacon

Slow-Cooked Peppers and Onions with Anchovies and Garlic (Latium)

Slow-Cooked Spinach with Parmigiano and Nutmeg (Emilia-Romagna)

Slow-Roasted Okra

Spinach with Pine Nuts and Raisins

Summer Stuffed Tomatoes

Sweet Peas with Bacon and Onions

Three-Cheese & Artichoke Bread Pudding

Tomato Sauce

Wild Mushroom Medley with Garlic and Parsley

Bread, Focaccia, Pizza, & More

Artichoke- and Prosciutto-Stuffed Pizza Rustica (Campania)

Bacon, Mascarpone, & Caramelized Onion Focaccia

Step-by-Step Broccoli Raab and Sausage Pie with Mozzarella and Pecorino

braided bread

Butter Croissants

Cheese-Stuffed Focaccia from Recco

Classic Italian Bread

Crispy Sesame Breadsticks

Fausto's Asparagus Tart (Liguria)

Fennel-, Sausage-, and Arugula-Filled Torte (Basilicata)

Focaccia with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Molise)

Focaccia with Tomatoes and Thyme (Calabria)

Four-Cheese and Prosciutto Pie

Step-by-Step Griddle-Cooked Flatbread (Umbria)

Step-by-Step Grilled Sesame and Thyme Focaccia

Step-by-Step Pizza Margherita with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Basil (Campania)

Pizza Margherita

Pizza with Artichoke Hearts

Leek and Smoked Mozzarella "Quiche" (Liguria)

Ligurian Focaccia

Mushroom Calzone

Pizza with Spinach, Spicy Pancetta, and Ricotta

Polenta-Crusted Artichoke, Zucchini, and Cheese Pie

Roberto's Classic Genovese Focaccia (Liguria)

Roasted Fennel & Spiced Mozzarella Panini

Step-by-Step Rye Bread from Bolzano (Trentino-Alto Adige)

Savory Cheese and Asparagus Pie

Savory Pancetta Pie

Seeded Rye Flatbread (Trentino-Alto Adige)

Spinach and Sheep's Milk Cheese Focaccia (Liguria)

Tomato-and-Cheese-Topped Potato Pizza (Apulia)

Desserts

Almond-Scented Sweet Cinnamon Rolls

Apple Upside Down Cake

Apricot and Almond Focaccia Topped with Chocolate

Step-by-Step Apricot, Candied Orange Peel, and Walnut Cookies

Caramelized Grapes over Greek Yogurt

Chianti-Poached Pears Stuffed with Gorgonzola-Walnut Cream

Cranberry & Pistachio Biscotti

Creamy Cinnamon-Scented Rice Pudding

Crispy Anise and White Wine Taralli

Flaky Apple Strudel (Trentino)

Fresh Berry Salad with Prosecco and Mint

Grana Padano with Chestnut Honey and Walnuts (Lombardy)

Hazelnut-Chocolate "Brick" (Piedmont)

Lemon Sorbet over Strawberries (Sicily)

Light-As-Air Limoncello Mousse (Campania)

Orange-Scented Almond-Chocolate Biscotti (Piedmont)

Orange, Mascarpone, and Ricotta Cannoli

Step-by-Step Panettone and Chocolate Tiramisu

Pear and Espresso Focaccia

Summer Berry Salad

Sweet Ricotta Omelette Souffle with Rum-Soaked Raisins (Trentino-Alto Adige)

Tuscan Sweet Swiss Chard Pie

Vanilla Gelato Topped with Warm Blueberries

Wild Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar (Emilia-Romagna)

Step-By-Step Recipes

Apricot, Candied Orange Peel, and Walnut Cookies

Best-Ever Sage Fritters

Braised Cannellini Beans with Onions and Arugula

Broccoli Raab and Sausage Pie with Mozzarella and Pecorino

Brown Chicken Stock

Eggplant Parmigiana with Mozzarella, Basil, and Fresh Tomatoes

Escarole, Meatball, and Cannellini Bean Soup over Bruschetta (Molise)

Griddle-Cooked Flatbread (Umbria)

Grilled Sesame and Thyme Focaccia

"Guitar Pasta" with Spicy Tomato Sauce (Abruzzo)

Homemade Rigatoni with Broccoli Raab

Lasagne al Pesto Ligurian-Style (Liguria)

Panettone and Chocolate Tiramisu

Pizza Margherita with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Basil (Campania)

Pot Roast with Carrots, Juniper, and Mace

Ravioli in Duck Ragu (Tuscany)

Ricotta Cannelloni

Ricotta Ravioli in Fresh Tomato Sauce

Roasted Peppers

Rye Bread from Bolzano (Trentino-Alto Adige)

Spaghetti with Mussels, Pancetta, and Tomatoes

Spinach and Sheep's Milk Cheese Focaccia (Liguria)

The Ultimate Basil Pesto (Liguria)

Tuscan Ribollita Soup (Tuscany)

The Italian Grill Cookbook Index

Here is the complete recipe index of The Italian Grill by Micol Negrin, Clarkson N. Potter, 2005; buy your signed cookbook here.

Antipasti: Succulent Starters
Pizza, Focaccia, & Other Primi
Fish & Seafood
Meat & Poultry
Vegetables
Sauces, Marinades, & Spice Rubs
Sweet Endings

Rustico Cookbook Index

Here is the complete recipe index of Rustico: Regional Italian Country Cooking by Micol Negrin, Clarkson N. Potter, 2002.

Abruzzo
  • Cinnamon-Scented Pie Stuffed with Prosciutto, Cheese, and Eggs
  • "Guitar Pasta" in Lamb and Sweet Pepper Ragù
  • Scamorza Ravioli in Saffron Cream Sauce
  • Polenta Topped with Sausages in Spicy Tomato Sauce
  • Delicate Cheese-Filled Crêpes in Broth
  • Fried Skate in Aromatic Vinegar Marinade
  • Chicken with Roasted Peppers and Onions
  • Lamb Scaloppine with Black Olives and Lemon
  • Tuna-Filled Artichokes
  • Chocolate-Covered Almond Cake
Basilicata
  • Soaked Bread with Sweet Onion, Tomato, and Basil
  • Vegetable- and Cheese-Stuffed Focaccia from Matera
  • Bucatini in Fiery Chili-Garlic Paste
  • Wheat Berries in Savory Pork Ragù
  • "Almond Sliver" Pasta with Garlicky Broccoli Raab
  • Short Pasta Strips in Spicy Chickpea Broth
  • Escarole, Fennel, and Sausage Soup Dusted with Pecorino
  • Roasted Lamb and Oyster Mushrooms
  • Baked Potatoes, Onions, and Tomatoes with Oregano and Bread Crumbs
  • Plump Wheat with Pomegranate, Chocolate, and Nuts
Calabria
  • Roasted Tomato Spread on Grilled Bread
  • Cornmeal, Fennel, and Olive Flatbread
  • Broccoli Raab and Sausage Pitta
  • Golden Pasta Pancake with Melting Cheese
  • Bucatini in Chunky Eggplant Sauce
  • Long-Simmered Onion Soup
  • Tuna in Herbed Olive Oil Bath
  • Pork Loin in Honey-Chili Glaze
  • Braised Sweet Peppers and Onions
  • Chocolate-Covered Roasted Figs
Campania
  • Lemon-Soaked Seafood Salad
  • The Classic Pizza with Tomatoes and Mozzarella
  • Layered Eggplant Pie
  • Spaghetti with Tuna, Anchovies, and Olives from Capri
  • Herb-Speckled Pasta with Clams, Garlic, and Cherry Tomatoes
  • Ricotta Cannelloni from Sorrento
  • Sea Bass in "Crazy Water"
  • Pork Braciole with Pine Nuts and Capers
  • Stuffed Escarole Bundles
  • Coffee Custard over Ladyfingers
Emilia-Romagna
  • Parmigiano "Ice Cream"
  • Greens-Stuffed Pastry Half-Moons
  • Griddle Bread from Romagna
  • Garganelli with Creamy Ragù
  • Ricotta-Filled "Ears" in Tomato Sauce
  • Tiny Gnocchi with Beans
  • Braised Sturgeon from Ferrara
  • Veal Scaloppine alla Bolognese
  • Veal Roast Stuffed with Spinach, Pancetta, and Frittata
  • Honey and Nut Pie
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
  • Crisp Montasio Cheese Pancake
  • Chocolate- and Spinach-Filled Pasta with Smoked Ricotta
  • Potato Gnocchi with Cocoa, Golden Raisins, and Cinnamon
  • Polenta "Bombe" with Beef Ragù
  • Cranberry Bean and Sauerkraut Soup
  • Broiled Scallops and Oysters with Watercress
  • Pork-Stuffed Savoy Cabbage Bundles
  • Spinach, Leek, and Basil Frittata
  • Cinnamon-Almond Pie
  • Ricotta Strudel
Lazio
  • Folded and Stuffed Flour and Water Pancakes
  • Bucatini in Chili-Pancetta Sauce
  • Baked Semolina Gnocchi
  • The Roman Legionnaire's Farro Soup Revisited
  • Pike in Velvety Egg-Lemon Sauce
  • The Cowmen's Braised Oxtail with Celery
  • Egg Ribbons in Tomato Sauce with Pecorino and Fresh Mint
  • Spring Peas with Diced Prosciutto
  • Anise Taralli
  • Sweet Polenta and Ricotta Cake
Liguria
  • Cheese-Stuffed Focaccia from Recco
  • Herbed Rice Tart
  • Griddle-Baked Pasta Diamonds in Basil Pesto
  • Greens-Stuffed Pasta in Creamy Walnut Sauce
  • Fresh Marjoram Soup
  • Towering Seafood Salad
  • Breaded Saddle of Rabbit with Almonds and Mustard
  • String Bean "Torta"
  • Luciano's Focaccia
  • Signora Baj's Apricot Jam Cookies
Lombardy
  • Fried Eel Marinated in Medieval Spices
  • Gorgonzola-Topped Pizza with Sweet Onions
  • Buckwheat Flour Ribbons with Wilted Cabbage, Potatoes, and Mountain Cheese
  • Sausage and Cheese Pasta Horns from Brescia
  • Butternut Squash Gnocchi in Rosemary Butter
  • Saffron Risotto from Milan
  • Thinly Sliced Veal in Cold Tuna Sauce
  • Braised Veal Shanks with Gremolata
  • Slipper-Shaped Bread
  • Panettone Bread Pudding
the Marches
  • Stuffed and Fried Olives from Ascoli Piceno
  • Flaky Griddle Bread with Greens
  • Truffled Lasagna
  • Baked Mussels Topped with Prosciutto and Parsley
  • Seafood Stew from Porto Recanati
  • Baked Red Mullet Wrapped in Prosciutto
  • Roasted Rabbit Stuffed with Pancetta and Fennel
  • Deep-Fried Cauliflower in White Wine Batter
  • Easter Cheese Bread
  • Ricotta Tart
Molise
  • "Thirsty" Pizza
  • Ricotta, Provolone, and Prosciutto Fritters
  • Hand-Cut Pasta Squares in Asparagus Cream
  • Ricotta Ravioli in Country Ragù
  • Pasta-Stuffed Crêpes
  • Bean, Cabbage, and Potato Soup with Garlic-Pancetta-Chili Oil
  • Seafood Pot from Termoli
  • Grilled Rabbit and Sausage Skewers
  • The Shepherd's Celebratory Meat
  • Sweet Chestnut Fritters
Piedmont
  • Spicy Robiola Cheese and Scallion Spread
  • Roasted Peppers in Bagna Caôda
  • Custard Croquettes with White Truffles
  • Egg Yolk Pasta in Veal Roast Sauce
  • Three-Meat Agnolotti
  • Risotto Cooked in Barolo
  • Baked Trout in Wine-Butter Sauce
  • Salami- and Scallion-Stuffed Veal
  • Almond Macaroons from Borgomanero
  • Decadent Hazelnut-Chocolate Pudding
Puglia
  • Tomato- and Cheese-Topped Potato Pie
  • Stuffed Focaccia Roses
  • Orecchiette with Wilted Arugula and Tomatoes
  • Cavatelli and Bean Soup with Mussels
  • Peppery Mussels with Lemon
  • Lamb and Baby Onions Baked in Foil Packets
  • Bread Crumb and Mint Frittata
  • Zucchini Coins in Garlic Marinade
  • Apulian Bread
  • Ricotta Fritters
Sardinia
  • Cherry Tomato, Celery, and Bottarga Salad
  • Smoked Eggplants in Mint-Basil Oil
  • Saffron-Tinted Dumplings in Wild Boar Ragù
  • Eggplant-Walnut Ravioli in Tomato Sauce
  • Fregola Soup with Cockles
  • Roasted Lobster with Parsley and Bread Crumbs
  • Gray Mullet Baked in Sea Salt
  • Myrtle-Infused Hen
  • Roasted Lamb with Fennel
  • Mint- and Lemon-Laced Cheese Pillows in Warm Chestnut Honey
Sicily
  • Marinated Olives
  • The Silversmith's Grilled Cheese
  • Fennel, Blood Orange, and Olive Salad
  • Salami, Cheese, and Chive Flatbread
  • Hollow Pasta in Rich Pork Ragù
  • Twice-Cooked Swordfish in Tomato, Pine Nut, and Caper Sauce
  • The Aeolian Islands' Herb-Stuffed Tuna Bundles
  • Braised Chicken with Prosciutto and Fried Eggplants
  • "Simple" Caponata
  • Almond Paste Cookies
Trentino-Alto Adige
  • Grated Potato Pancakes
  • Asparagus in Egg-Horseradish Sauce
  • Rye Pasta Squares Filled with Spinach and Caraway Seeds
  • Speck and Chive Bread Dumplings in Aromatic Butter
  • Fresh Egg Dumplings in Poppy Seed Butter
  • Swiss Chard and Bread Crumb Gnocchi
  • Pork and Apple Strudel
  • Beef, Potato, Onion, and Paprika Stew
  • Braised Goat with Blueberry Compote
  • Plum-Stuffed Buns
Tuscany
  • Deep-Fried Sage Leaves
  • Summer Bread and Tomato Salad
  • Cannellini Beans and Tuna
  • Wide Pasta Ribbons in Duck Sauce
  • "Nude" Ravioli
  • Chestnut Flour Polenta with Sausage and Scallions
  • Braised Squid with Chili, Greens and Tomatoes
  • Pork Chops with Olives and Fennel Seeds
  • Florentine Flatbread with Grapes
  • Giulio's Sweet Swiss Chard Tart
Umbria
  • Greens and Sausage Bundle from Panciolle
  • Pasta with Asparagus, Herbs, and Cherry Tomatoes
  • Tagliatelle in Bubbling Tomato Broth
  • Castelluccio Lentil Soup
  • A Medley of Sweetwater Fish with Rosemary over Garlic-Rubbed Bread
  • Trout Bathed in Black Truffle Sauce
  • Hunter-Style Chicken
  • Pan-Fried Sausages and Juicy Grapes
  • Pork Scaloppine in Caper and Red Wine Glaze
  • Nut-and-Fruit "Snake" of the Capuchin Nuns
Val D'Aosta
  • Creamy Fonduta over Fried Polenta
  • Fontina Fritters with Wilted Spinach
  • Wine-Macerated Raspberries over Polenta
  • Cabbage and Whole Wheat Bread Soup from Valpelline
  • Bread, Rice, and Fontina Soup from Cogne
  • Fontina-Stuffed Breaded Veal Chops
  • Braised Venison in Creamy Grappa Sauce
  • Young Greens in Warm Bacon Dressing
  • Raisin-Studded Sweet Bread
  • The Cup of Friendship
Veneto
  • Sardines in Sweet-and-Sour Sauce
  • Garlic Cod over White Polenta
  • Whole Wheat Spaghetti in Wilted Onion-Anchovy Sauce
  • Beet-Filled Ravioli with Poppy Seeds
  • Scampi Risotto
  • Rice with Fresh Spring Peas
  • Pasta and Bean Soup over Slivered Radicchio
  • Roasted Turkey with Pomegranate Sauce
  • Crumbly Cornmeal Cookies
  • Lemony Tagliatelle Cake