ITALIAN KITCHEN CONFESSIONS

Infused with cocoa and studded with buttery hazelnuts, these hazelnut cantucci offer a refined balance of texture and flavor — crisp, aromatic, and irresistibly deep in chocolate.

Soffritto is the Italian “holy trinity” of onion, carrot, and celery gently cooked in olive oil to create the flavorful base of countless soups, sauces, and stews. Learn how to make soffritto at home with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions.

A fast and flavorful sautéed spinach recipe made with garlic, lemon, and Parmesan. Fresh, vibrant, and ready in under 10 minutes.

This hearty spelt tagliatelle is made from scratch and paired with sautéed mushrooms and a vibrant kale walnut pesto. The nutty flavor of spelt shines here, balanced by the creaminess of the pesto and the earthy depth of the vegetables. A comforting, nourishing pasta dish inspired by traditional Italian cucina.

This crisp Italian-inspired winter slaw combines red cabbage, sweet apples, radishes, arugula, and walnuts in a tangy honey–cider dressing. A refreshing and colorful side dish ready in just 20 minutes.

This apple cabbage slaw combines crisp cabbage, sweet-tart apple, and shaved fennel with a light citrus vinaigrette and toasted pistachios. A refreshing, no-mayo slaw that adds brightness and crunch to any meal.

Tender Barolo-braised beef tucked inside thin, hand-folded pasta—this classic Piedmontese Agnolotti con Brasato al Barolo brings depth, elegance, and tradition to the table. Learn how to prepare the filling and master the plin folding technique for perfectly sealed agnolotti every time.

Born from the last strawberries of the season, the Fragola Amara Tardivo brings together the fading sweetness of late summer and the depth of herbal bitterness. from the amaro tradition. This amaro cocktail is a story told through movement — the rhythm of the shaker, the swirl of color, the slow pour into glass. It’s not just mixed; it’s composed.

Pasta e Ceci is Italy’s beloved one-pot pasta and chickpea dish — ready in about 40 minutes and brimming with rosemary, garlic, and olive-oil flavor.

This roasted acorn squash recipe blends Italian fall flavors with classic American warmth — tender, golden, and kissed with maple syrup, sage, and nutmeg. Easy enough for weeknights, elegant enough for the holidays.