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Homemade pappardelle. Let’s learn how to make Pappardelle from scratch!
This will be a weekend project that will keep busy during one full day, especially if you will pair this homemade fresh pasta with ragu’, as I usually do. But first..what is pappardelle? Pappardelle is a long-shape pasta that is wider than tagliolini or fettuccine. Usually, it is between 3/4 of an inch and 1 inch wide and it is originated from Tuscany but is very popular along the entire Italian peninsula. Homemade Pappardelle usually has fluted or zig-zag edges. Pappardelle recipe ingredients Making Pappardelle pasta is less daunting than it seems and once you will take the habit, you will love making homemade pasta, I can guarantee you!
Let’s first consider the choice of flour: To make homemade pappardelle I used semolina or durum wheat flour as the final result is more rustic and it better holds a rich sauce like ragu’. Eggs: this recipe calls for 3 eggs, possibly at room temperature. How to make Pappardelle Make the dough Servings: 4. Italian antipasto platter. I must confess that making an Italian Antipasto Platter always makes me happy because it usually marks some type of celebration, even sometimes a small one.
For many years, an Italian Antipasto Platter marked the beginning of our weekend, when Rob would arrive home from his weekly commute to Saudi Arabia. While that commute is no longer part of our lines, the Italian Antipasto Board is still an important part of our weekend. This post will give you some ideas on how to make the perfect antipasto platter, and you will be able to create your own signature Italian board by choosing among some of the suggested ingredients.
Why you will love this post – Everyone loves an appetizer board as it means sharing food and laughter with family and friends. – It is like having Italy on a plate – literally! – Relatively easy to make, in 15 minutes or less. – The platter is great for a wine tour around Italy. Italian Appetizer board ingredients A great board is a combination of tastes, textures and colors. Authentic Italian pasta sauce recipe tomato. I must confess that homemade tomato sauce from scratch is something deeply embedded in my childhood memory.
In fact I learned this recipe by observing my grandparents when in the summer I was spending time at their house. I have always been mesmerized by the magic of the process and today I will share this authentic Italian homemade tomato sauce recipe. Homemade tomato Sauce is one of the main staples in Italian culture and cuisine. There are many ways to make Italian tomatoes sauce and in Italy every family as its own recipe. In general when you ask an Italian about tomato sauce you will get into a long conversation about all the tomato sauce recipes as in Italy we like to aromatize the sauce in different ways. What is the difference between tomato sauce vs marinara sauce vs Sunday sauce A note on the difference between the classification of tomato sauce in US, somehow learned by Robert, my husband.
Authentic eggplant parmesan recipe. Eggplant Parmesan is a traditional Italian dish that alternates layers of fried eggplants, velvety tomato sauce and melting mozzarella cheese.
Sicily and Emilia Romagna are contending the origin of this recipe. Well… we are not going to solve here this dilemma, but we will learn how to make the most authentic eggplant parmesan recipe that you can enjoy with your loved ones. Why you’ll love the Eggplant Parmesan – It is one of the most traditional Italian dishes. – Eggplant Parm is a vegetarian and gluten-free dish that can be served as a main or appetizers. . – Eggplant Parmigiana is incredibly satisfying, given the combination of meaty eggplants with tasty tomato sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. Traditional Eggplant Parmigiana ingredients Traditional Eggplant Parmigiana is a mix of Mediterranean ingredients combined together to give life to a hearty meal. Eggplants: Tomatoes: For this recipe you will need tomato sauce. 1. 2. Mozzarella & Parmesan Basil And let’s not forget the basil. 1. 2. Low Sugar rhubarb Strawberry Jam. Strawberry Rhubarb Jam might seem like a strange combination, but for me, it is something I have enjoyed since early childhood.
It reminds me of the beginning of a new summer, when strawberries are at their best, and rhubarb makes its first appearance at the local markets. More than that, it reminds me of my grandfather Emo, and the part of my summers I spent at my grandparents’ house. My grandfather had a passion for preparing preserves, both savory and sweet, and I loved to help him and spend time with him. Their house had an extensive garden, with tomatoes and fresh herbs. My grandparents carefully let the tomatoes sun-dry naturally. I learned a few tips that made my summer days cheerful, and today I would like to share with you the recipe for this strawberry rhubarb jam which is low in sugar and made with no pectin. Ingredients for the Strawberry Rhubarb Jam (low-sugar) recipe Rhubarb is generally in season in May and June, and it is widely used for pies, crumbles, and jam.