Pasta al Pesto di Rucola (Arugula Pesto Pasta) Recipe Guide

Pasta al Pesto di Rucola hails from Liguria, Italy, a region celebrated for its love of pesto and fresh ingredients. Arugula, with its peppery, nutty profile, provides a delightful twist to the traditional basil-based pesto. From my own personal experience, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, making it a…

Pasta con Rucola e Noci

Pasta con Rucola e Noci

Pasta con Rucola e Noci is a simple, yet flavorful Italian dish that combines fresh arugula (rucola) with crunchy walnuts, creating a vibrant and delicious pesto. This recipe is incredibly versatile and offers a great balance of peppery flavors from the rucola, nuttiness from the walnuts, and creaminess from the Parmesan cheese. Let me show…

Pasta al Ragù Bianco

Pasta al Ragù Bianco

Pasta al Ragù Bianco is a delicious, comforting dish made with a rich, creamy white sauce, often referred to as a “white bolognese” or ragù bianco. It’s traditionally made without tomatoes, offering a lighter, more savory profile that highlights the depth of the meat and the richness of the sauce. Originating in various regions of…

Pasta con Rapa Rossa

Pasta con Rapa Rossa

Pasta con Rapa Rossa, also known as Pasta with Beet Greens, is a flavorful dish that showcases the earthy and slightly bitter taste of beet greens, paired with hearty pasta. This dish is particularly popular in various regions of Italy, such as Lazio and Abruzzo, where fresh greens are abundant in winter. From my own…

Pasta alla Puttanesca con Tonno

Pasta alla Puttanesca con Tonno

Pasta alla Puttanesca con Tonno is a delicious variation of the classic Puttanesca pasta dish, typically made with a rich, flavorful sauce that includes anchovies, capers, olives, and garlic. Adding tuna to the sauce makes it even heartier and brings in a delightful Mediterranean twist, perfect for a satisfying meal. Let me show you how…

Pasta con Peperoni Arrostiti

Pasta con Peperoni Arrostiti

Pasta con Peperoni Arrostiti is a delightful Italian dish where roasted peppers create a rich, flavorful sauce that clings to the pasta. This simple yet delicious meal comes from the southern regions of Italy, where the use of peppers and slow-roasting them in the oven to intensify their flavor is common. Let me show you…

Cavatappi al Pomodoro

Cavatappi al Pomodoro Recipe

Let me show you how I make Cavatappi al Pomodoro, a simple yet delicious Italian pasta dish that truly captures the essence of traditional Italian comfort food. This dish hails from southern Italy, particularly enjoyed in regions like Campania, where tomato-based dishes shine. Notes on What to Expect: This dish offers a vibrant and tangy…

Pasta con Ceci

Pasta con Ceci

Pasta con Ceci (Pasta with Chickpeas) is a traditional Italian comfort dish, beloved for its hearty and nutritious qualities. Originating from the central regions of Italy, especially Lazio, it’s a fantastic meal to make when you want something filling, yet light on the stomach. Based on my overall experience, this dish is perfect for busy…

Pasta con Rape e Acciughe

Pasta con Rape e Acciughe: A Southern Italian Delight

Pasta con Rape e Acciughe is a wonderfully simple and flavorful dish hailing from Southern Italy, especially popular in regions like Calabria and Sicily. This recipe features the combination of cime di rapa (broccoli rabe) and anchovies, creating a savory and slightly bitter flavor profile that perfectly complements the pasta. Let me show you how…

Pasta alla Norma con Ricotta

Pasta alla Norma con Ricotta

Pasta alla Norma is a beloved Sicilian dish originating from Catania, a city on the island’s eastern coast. It beautifully combines pasta, eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta salata, a salted ricotta cheese that brings a punchy, savory element to the dish. Based on my overall experience, the slow-cooked eggplant is key to achieving a tender, caramelized…