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Book Guide to Cook Delicious Italian Cuisine Recipes

Download or read book Guide to Cook Delicious Italian Cuisine Recipes written by S. Mahajan and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-28 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Italian food plans have developed over the web scene that the a few years utilizing more added every day. You have a wide decision to browse in the present commercial center of taste. The dishes can go from good and strong to both light and yummy with heaps of in the middle of the two limits. Accordingly, with this load of decisions, along with the newcomer, solid Italian plans, how might you pick the right ones? There is a basic framework to picking the best dishes. On the off chance that you have the opportunity to follow these clues you will improve at picking the best. The more you adhere to these tips the higher and more reliable your outcomes. 1. Fixings Are Easily Obtainable. - Initially this gives off an impression of being very much an easy decision, however a ton of cooks can undoubtedly commit this error in the event that they're not cautious. In their fervor to begin the formula, they can bypass a fixing that the dish calls for and not understand it before it's past the point of no return. 2. Put resources into The Right Cooking Tools - it's anything but a region most cook's belittle. All things considered, they decide to cook with an intricate formula that do have altogether a greater number of steps than typical - with all the mistaken cooking gear. Doing this not sit around, it's anything but a formula, making the eventual outcome disillusioning.

Book Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking

Download or read book Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking written by Marcella Hazan and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2011-07-20 with total page 737 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautiful new edition of one of the most beloved cookbooks of all time, from “the Queen of Italian Cooking” (Chicago Tribune). A timeless collection of classic Italian recipes—from Basil Bruschetta to the only tomato sauce you’ll ever need (the secret ingredient: butter)—beautifully illustrated and featuring new forewords by Lidia Bastianich and Victor Hazan “If this were the only cookbook you owned, neither you nor those you cooked for would ever get bored.” —Nigella Lawson Marcella Hazan introduced Americans to a whole new world of Italian food. In this, her magnum opus, she gives us a manual for cooks of every level of expertise—from beginners to accomplished professionals. In these pages, home cooks will discover: • Minestrone alla Romagnola • Tortelli Stuffed with Parsley and Ricotta • Risotto with Clams • Squid and Potatoes, Genoa Style • Chicken Cacciatora • Ossobuco in Bianco • Meatballs and Tomatoes • Artichoke Torta • Crisp-Fried Zucchini blossoms • Sunchoke and Spinach Salad • Chestnuts Boiled in Red Wine, Romagna Style • Polenta Shortcake with Raisins, Dried Figs, and Pine Nuts • Zabaglione • And much more This is the go-to Italian cookbook for students, newlyweds, and master chefs, alike. Beautifully illustrated with line drawings throughout, Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking brings together nearly five hundred of the most delicious recipes from the Italian repertoire in one indispensable volume. As the generations of readers who have turned to it over the years know (and as their spattered and worn copies can attest), there is no more passionate and inspiring guide to the cuisine of Italy.

Book Italian Recipes For Dummies

Download or read book Italian Recipes For Dummies written by Amy Riolo and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2022-04-19 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your roadmap to cooking like an Italian your very own home For those of us not lucky enough to have our very own Italian grandmother or have attended culinary school in Italy, Italian Recipes For Dummies is stepping in to fill the gap. Award-winning chef and author Amy Riolo delivers a step-by-step guide to creating authentic Italian dishes, starting from the basics and progressing to more advanced techniques and recipes. You'll discover how to shop for, plan, and cook authentic Italian meals properly. You'll also find guidance on how to incorporate the cultural, nutritional, and historical influences that shape classic Italian cuisine. This book includes: Individual chapters on staples of the Italian pantry: wine, cheese, and olive oil More than 150 authentic Italian recipes with step-by-step instructions Access to a Facebook Page hosted by the author that provides extended resources and up-to-date information on mastering Italian cooking The perfect book for amateur chefs, Italy aficionados, homemakers, and anyone else looking for culinary inspiration, Italian Recipes For Dummies is also an indispensable guide for people seeking healthier ways of shopping, cooking, and eating without giving up amazing flavors and rich foods.

Book The Mozza Cookbook

    Book Details:
  • Author : Nancy Silverton
  • Publisher : Knopf
  • Release : 2011-09-27
  • ISBN : 0307272842
  • Pages : 369 pages

Download or read book The Mozza Cookbook written by Nancy Silverton and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2011-09-27 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the mouthwatering world of Italian cuisine with this delectable collection of more than 130 authentic recipes, from a James Beard Award–winning chef. A traditional Italian meal is one of the most comforting—and delicious—things that anyone can enjoy. Award-winning chef Nancy Silverton has elevated that experience to a whole new level at her Los Angeles restaurants Pizzeria Mozza and the Michelin-starred Osteria Mozza. In The Mozza Cookbook, Silverton shares these recipes with the rest of the world. The original idea for Mozza came to Nancy at her summer home in Panicale, Italy. And that authentic Italian feel is carried throughout the book as we explore recipes from aperitivo to dolci that she would serve at her tavola at home. But do not confuse authentic with conventional! Under Silverton’s guidance, each bite is more exciting and delectable than the last, with recipes such as: • Fried Squash Blossoms with Ricotta • Buricotta with Braised Artichokes, Pine Nuts, Currants, and Mint Pesto • Mussels al Forno with Salsa Calabrese • Fennel Sausage, Panna, and Scallion Pizza • Fresh Ricotta and Egg Ravioli with Brown Butter • Grilled Quail Wrapped in Pancetta with Sage and Honey • Sautéed Cavolo Nero • Fritelle di Riso with Nocello-soaked Raisins and Banana Gelato • Olive Oil Gelato In The Mozza Cookbook, you’ll find all the tricks you need to make homemade pastas, gelato, and pizzas that taste as if they were flown in directly from Italy. Silverton’s lively and encouraging voice and her comprehensive knowledge of the traditions behind this mouthwateringly decadent cuisine make her recipes—both familiar and intricate—easy to follow and hard to resist.

Book Italian Cooking Guide

    Book Details:
  • Author : Olivia Rossi
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2021-04
  • ISBN : 9781914029646
  • Pages : 104 pages

Download or read book Italian Cooking Guide written by Olivia Rossi and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★ 55% OFF for Bookstores! Only NOW $ 33.95 instead of $ 42.95! ★Discover inside this guide all the typical Italian recipes that have made this cuisine famous and appreciated worldwide!

Book Italian Cookbook the Complete Guide

Download or read book Italian Cookbook the Complete Guide written by Olivia Rossi and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-17 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to discover and master Italian cooking? Are you interested in learning the classic dishes from Italy? If that's the case, allow this book to be your guide! Italy has repeatedly been deemed the planet's favorite cuisine, sought-after for its bold flavors, vibrant colors, and seasonal ingredients. Look at it closely, and you will see that there's more to this country's food than the universal risottos, pizzas, and pasta presented at most restaurants. Italian cooking is all about choosing the simple, finest ingredients, which mix to make punches of complex flavor. This book, ITALIAN COOKBOOK: THE COMPLETE GUIDE: Discover the Most Famous And Tasty Recipes Of Italian Cooking And How To Make Them Easily at Your Home, is everything an Italian cookbook must be. It is filled with different tasty, simple dishes that utilize fresh, daily ingredients you can find at many grocery stores. This book is different from most Italian cookbooks in the market as it features fast, simple Italian recipes for everybody, from appetizers to pasta, meats, pizzas, and sweets, among others. You will see many weeknight-friendly dishes and one-pot meals, gluten-free recipes, and vegan dishes the entire family can enjoy. Here's a quick peek of what you will find inside this book: Introduction To Italian Cooking Useful Cooking Techniques For Vegetables Herbs, Spices, And Seasonings Olive Oil, Vinegar, And Condiments Recipes For Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza, Meat, Risotto, Desserts ...And So Much More! We know you have been looking for the best Italian cookbook that provides tasty recipes, both quick and straightforward. There's no need to look further because this complete guide to Italian cooking is your new favorite kitchen buddy! There's no time to waste! Click BUY NOW and get started!

Book Food of the Italian South

Download or read book Food of the Italian South written by Katie Parla and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 85 authentic recipes and 100 stunning photographs that capture the cultural and cooking traditions of the Italian South, from the mountains to the coast. In most cultures, exploring food means exploring history—and the Italian south has plenty of both to offer. The pasta-heavy, tomato-forward “Italian food” the world knows and loves does not actually represent the entire country; rather, these beloved and widespread culinary traditions hail from the regional cuisines of the south. Acclaimed author and food journalist Katie Parla takes you on a tour through these vibrant destinations so you can sink your teeth into the secrets of their rustic, romantic dishes. Parla shares rich recipes, both original and reimagined, along with historical and cultural insights that encapsulate the miles of rugged beaches, sheep-dotted mountains, meditatively quiet towns, and, most important, culinary traditions unique to this precious piece of Italy. With just a bite of the Involtini alla Piazzetta from farm-rich Campania, a taste of Giurgiulena from the sugar-happy kitchens of Calabria, a forkful of ’U Pan’ Cuott’ from mountainous Basilicata, a morsel of Focaccia from coastal Puglia, or a mouthful of Pizz e Foje from quaint Molise, you’ll discover what makes the food of the Italian south unique. Praise for Food of the Italian South “Parla clearly crafted every recipe with reverence and restraint, balancing authenticity with accessibility for the modern home cook.”—Fine Cooking “Parla’s knowledge and voice shine in this outstanding meditation on the food of South Italy from the Molise, Campania, Puglia, Basilicata, and Calabria regions. . . . This excellent volume proves that no matter how well-trodden the Italian cookbook path is, an expert with genuine curiosity and a well-developed voice can still find new material.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “There's There’s Italian food, and then there's there’s Italian food. Not just pizza, pasta, and prosciutto, but obscure recipes that have been passed down through generations and are only found in Italy… . . . and in this book.”—Woman’s Day (Best Cookbooks Coming Out in 2019) “[With] Food of the Italian South, Parla wanted to branch out from Rome and celebrate the lower half of the country.”—Punch “Acclaimed culinary journalist Katie Parla takes cookbook readers and home cooks on a culinary journey.”—The Parkersburg News and Sentinel

Book Cooking Well  Healthy Italian

Download or read book Cooking Well Healthy Italian written by Lauryn Colatuno and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2014-03-25 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the rich, full flavors of authentic Italian cuisine—made healthy! The secret to truly authentic Italian cooking lies in the careful selection of the very best ingredients, combining them together to create rich, flavorful dishes that both nourish and satisfy. Italian cuisine teaches the importance of understanding each ingredient, and includes some of the most varied and impactful recipes in the world. Promoting simple cooking techniques that anyone can practice, all while concentrating on unique flavors and appealing textures, is what has given Italian cuisine its reputation for filling, healthful food. Whether you’re looking for simple, classic dishes such as Pasta Fagioli and Shrimp Fra Diavolo, or are looking to try some more unique Italian recipes, Cooking Well: Healthy Italian has something for everyone. Each recipe has been designed to incorporate healthy and convenient cooking methods and ingredients, making it easier than ever to bring nutritious, authentic Italian cooking into your home. Cooking Well: Healthy Italian also includes: • An overview of the proper usage for authentic Italian ingredients—such as olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, and fine Italian cheeses—as well as their nutritional benefits • Healthy alternatives to traditional Italian recipes, including low-oil preparations and delicious vegetarian options to suit any diet • Step-by-step instructions and helpful tips on Italian cooking techniques and ingredients for beginner chefs and those new to Italian cooking • A guide to preparing homegrown ingredients and homemade stocks to bring out the full fl avor of Italian cooking Cooking Well: Healthy Italian contains over 100 traditional and popularized recipes including Shrimp Scampi, Quadrettini Casserole, Polenta Parmesan, Chicken Saltimocca, Simple Pasta Pesto, Goat Cheese, Bruschetta, Ricotta Cheesecake Parfaits and many more!

Book Italian American

    Book Details:
  • Author : Angie Rito
  • Publisher : Clarkson Potter
  • Release : 2021-10-26
  • ISBN : 0593138015
  • Pages : 321 pages

Download or read book Italian American written by Angie Rito and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: IACP AWARD FINALIST • Reimagine Italian-American cooking, with more than 125 recipes rich with flavor and nostalgia from the celebrated husband-and-wife chef team of Michelin-starred Don Angie in New York City. “Every bit of warmth and hospitality that you feel when you walk into Don Angie pours out of every page of this magical book.”—Michael Symon ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: New York Post, Minneapolis Star Tribune, Food52, Epicurious, Taste of Home The words “red sauce” alone conjure images of an Italian-American table full of antipasti, both hot and cold, whisked off to make room for decadent baked pastas topped with molten cheese, all before a procession of chicken parm or pork chops all pizzaiola—and we haven’t even gotten to dessert. It’s old-school cooking beloved by many and imbued with a deep sense of family. In Italian American, Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli, the chefs of critically acclaimed Don Angie in New York City’s West Village, reinvigorate the genre with a modern point of view that proudly straddles the line between Italian and American. They present family classics passed down through generations side-by-side with creative spins and riffs inspired by influences both old and new. These comforting dishes feel familiar but are far from expected, including their signature pinwheel lasagna, ribs glazed with orange and Campari, saucy shrimp parm meatballs, and a cheesy, bubbling gratin of broccoli rabe and sharp provolone. Full of family history and recipes that will inspire a new generation, Italian American provides an essential, spirited introduction to an unforgettable way of cooking.

Book Lidia s Mastering the Art of Italian Cuisine

Download or read book Lidia s Mastering the Art of Italian Cuisine written by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 1355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate master class—covering everything from ingredients to techniques to tools, plus more than 400 delectable recipes—from the Emmy-winning host of Lidia’s Kitchen, best-selling author, and beloved ambassador for Italian culinary traditions in America Teaching has always been Lidia’s passion, and in this magnificent book she gives us the full benefit of that passion and of her deep, comprehensive understanding of what it takes to create delicious Italian meals. With this book—coauthored with her daughter, Tanya—readers will learn all the techniques needed to master Italian cooking. Lidia introduces us to the full range of standard ingredients—meats and fish, vegetables and fruits, grains, spices and condiments—and how to buy, store, clean, and cook with them. The 400 recipes run the full gamut from classics like risotto alla milanese and Tagliatelle with Mushroom Sauce to Lidia’s always-satisfying originals like Bread and Prune Gnocchi and Beet Ravioli in Poppy Seed Sauce. She gives us a comprehensive guide to the tools every kitchen should have to produce the best results. And she has even included a glossary of cuisine-related words and phrases that will prove indispensable for cooking, as well as for traveling and dining in Italy. There is no other book like this; it is the one book on Italian cuisine that every cook will need.

Book Fine Cooking Italian

    Book Details:
  • Author : Editors of Fine Cooking
  • Publisher : Taunton Press
  • Release : 2012
  • ISBN : 1600854303
  • Pages : 259 pages

Download or read book Fine Cooking Italian written by Editors of Fine Cooking and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features two hundred recipes for Italian home cooking for soups, salads, pizza, pasta, main courses, polenta and risotto, desserts, and more, with step-by-step instructions with photos for cooking techniques and ingredient profiles.

Book The Italian Cookbook for Beginners

Download or read book The Italian Cookbook for Beginners written by Salinas Press and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2013-11-27 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Italian food is the ultimate comforting homemade cuisine. Full of rich, robust flavors, enticing aromas, and exuberant colors, Italian cuisine is a celebration of love for both food and family. With The Italian Cookbook for Beginners, you won't need to travel far and wide to enjoy the authentic flavors of Italy. Offering over 100 classic recipes, The Italian Cookbook for Beginners will show you how to cook like an Italian mama, using affordable everyday ingredients from your local grocery store. The Italian Cookbook for Beginners offers simple, delicious Italian recipes that bring the hearty flavors of Italy into your home. The Italian Cookbook for Beginners will show you how to easily create your own classic Italian cuisine, with: 105 authentic Italian Cookbook recipes that use affordable, easy-to-find ingredients Simple Italian Cookbook versions of your favorites, such as homemade pizza, Eggplant Parmigiana, and Italian-style pork chops 4 basic sauces to liven up any dish Tips on buying fresh fish and matching sauces with pastas from the editors of The Italian Cookbook Guide to planning a complete Italian meal using The Italian Cookbook You don't need fancy techniques, hard-to-find ingredients, or specialized tools to create mouthwatering Italian dishes; all you need is The Italian Cookbook for Beginners and a desire to mangia!

Book Italian Cuisine Cooking Guide

Download or read book Italian Cuisine Cooking Guide written by Edwin Hilzer and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-02 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you love to eat Italian food? Discover how easy it is to create authentic Italian recipes in your kitchen. If you enjoy Italian food, this recipe book is for you. Italian food has become a favorite with its variety, flavors, colors, and easy availability of ingredients. It's kid-friendly, easy to make, uses healthy fresh ingredients and you can create something that looks amazing in little time. In this book, you will discover: - Top 10 Italian Cuisine - Recipes Introduction to Italian Food - Italian Salads - Italian Soups - Italian Vegetable - Italian Main Courses - Italian Dessert To get started, simply scroll to the top of the page and click the "Buy now with 1-Click" button!

Book Lidia s Favorite Recipes

    Book Details:
  • Author : Lidia Matticchio Bastianich
  • Publisher : National Geographic Books
  • Release : 2012-10-16
  • ISBN : 0307595668
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Lidia s Favorite Recipes written by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2012-10-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beloved chef presents her most accessible and affordable cookbook to date, a gathering of more than 100 Italian recipes that have become Lidia's go-to meals for her very own family—the best, the most comforting, and the most delicious dishes in her repertoire. In Lidia’s Favorite Recipes, you’ll find a fresh take on more than 100 of Lidia’s signature and irresistibly reliable dishes, including: • Fried Mozzarella Skewers—Spiedini alla Romana • Escarole and White Bean Soup—Zuppa di Scarola e Cannellini • Ziti with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage—Ziti con Broccoli Rabe e Salsicce • Baked Stuffed Shells—Conchiglie Ripiene al Forno • Eggplant Parmigiana—Melanzane alla Parmigiana • Savory Seafood Stew—Zuppa di Pesce • Chicken Cacciatore—Pollo alla Cacciatore • Veal Ossobuco with Barley Risotto—Ossobuco di Vitello con Risotto d’Orzo • Cannoli Napoleon—Cannolo a Strati • Limoncello Tiramisù—Tiramisù al Limoncello From the classic sauces to the delicious desserts, these recipes have been revised and updated to be more concise and clear, but just as soul-satisfying as ever. With new information about the affordability, seasonality, and nutritional value of the ingredients, this book shows there is no question why these dishes are the easiest and most enjoyable to bring to the family table for your most memorable moments. Beautifully illustrated throughout with full-color photographs, Lidia’s Favorite Recipes will give both new cooks and longtime fans something extraordinary to celebrate.

Book My Calabria  Rustic Family Cooking from Italy s Undiscovered South

Download or read book My Calabria Rustic Family Cooking from Italy s Undiscovered South written by Rosetta Costantino and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2010-11-08 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first cookbook from this little-known region of Italy celebrates the richness of the region's landscape and the allure of its cuisine, featuring recipes for easily accessible, fresh-from-the-garden Italian food from a Calabrian native.

Book 14 Sizzling Hot Best Italian Recipes

Download or read book 14 Sizzling Hot Best Italian Recipes written by Joseph Eleyinte and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this beginners cookbook, you will be learning how to make authentic Italian recipes, both traditional and internationally recognized recipes especially the ones you find in Fast foods, Restaurants and Hotels. You will also be learning how to prepare; Some good Italian recipes that have pasta like Penne Arrabbiata... Some good Italian Chicken recipes like Chicken Cacciatore, Chicken Parmesan... Some simple but delicious Italian recipes like Mozzarella in Carrozza, Potato Gnocchi... Some fast, easy, and delicious Italian recipes like Tiramisu, Risotto... some easy italian recipes for starters or desserts like Piadina Romagnola, Rum Baba... Some best italian spaghetti recipes like Spaghetti Carbonara, and...That's not all! You'll also be learning how to prepare some great traditional and foreign recipes like; Eggplant Parmesan or Parmigiana, Grilled Calamari Salad, Octopus Carpaccio, and finally Seafood Risotto. This book has been specifically designed to help beginner/starter cook get into the kitchen using very simple English words. The cooking procedure has been simplified in a step by step guide making it so easy for you to understand, a brief and informative history to every recipe is provided with a standard and accurate measurements of ingredients, and at the end of each recipe some advanced cookery terms are defined to douse any question(s) that may arise in your mind while trying to make these recipes. This indeed is a beginners digest!!! Read what some popular recipe sites are already saying about this cookbook; Recently I received 14 great recipes from Joseph Eleyinte. These are great Italian recipes to prepare and Joseph has taken the time to describe the process perfectly. In fact I tried his Chicken Parmesan recipe and it's the best I ever had. For those who like Penne Arrabbiata, the recipe Joseph has created is off the top just right hot and spicy. I hope one day I can feature these marvelous recipes on our website to share with our visitors. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to try these great traditional recipes. The Italian Cook family Mario & Elena italiancook.ca 14 Sizzling Hot Best Italian Recipes, is a great guide to Italian cooking. Learn how to make some of the stables of Italian cuisine such as Parmigiana, Spaghetti Carbonara or Mozzarella in Carrozza. The recipes are easy to follow and offer step-by-step instructions, as well as a "Q&A section" after each recipe. Amateur- as well as more advanced cooks will find pleasure in creating these mouthwatering authentic dishes as well as learning of their origins and traditions. Annelie www.foodyfood.com Get this book now and become that dream cook!

Book Lidia s Commonsense Italian Cooking

Download or read book Lidia s Commonsense Italian Cooking written by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2013-10-15 with total page 595 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From one of the most beloved chefs and authors in America, a beautifully illustrated collection of 150 simple, seasonal Italian recipes told with commonsense cooking wisdom—from the cutting board to the kitchen table. As storyteller and chef, Lidia Bastianich draws on anecdotes to educate and illustrate. Recalling lessons learned from her mother, Erminia, and her grandmother Nonna Rosa, Lidia pays homage to the kitchen sages who inspired her. Whether it's Citrus Roasted Veal or Rustic Ricotta Tart, each recipe is a tangible feast. We learn to look at ingredients as both geographic and cultural indicators. In Campania, the region where mozzarella is king, we discover it best eaten three hours after preparation. In Genova we are taught that while focaccia had its basil origins in the Ligurain culinary tradition, the herbs and flavorings will change from region to region; as home chefs, we can experiment with rosemary or oregano or olives or onions! When it's time for dessert, Lidia draws on the scared customs of nuns in Italian monasteries and convents and reveals the secret to rice pudding with a blessing. Lidia's Commonsense Guide to Italian Cooking is a masterclass in creating delectable Italian dishes with grace, confidence and love.