Homemade Mayonnaise: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
Homemade mayonnaise takes just a few basic ingredients and a few minutes to make. Egg yolks, oil, and lemon juice…
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A Guide to Fresh Herbs in Italian Cooking
If you’ve ever skipped the fresh herbs because you weren’t sure what to do with them, you’re not alone. Fresh…
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A Guide to Cooking Pasta
Pasta is one of the easiest things to cook, which is probably why it’s also easy to overlook the details….
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How to Reconstitute Dried Porcini Mushrooms
Dried porcini mushrooms are a staple in classic Italian cooking. They bring a deep, earthy flavor that fresh mushrooms don’t…
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Soffritto: The Classic Italian Cooking Base
Soffritto is the starting point for many Italian soups, sauces, and braises. Onion, carrot, and celery are cooked slowly in…
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Italian Cheese Guide
Italian cheeses appear in some of the most recognizable Italian dishes, from pasta and risotto to baked recipes and simple…
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How to Make Classic Italian Béchamel Sauce
Béchamel is a white sauce made from butter, flour, and milk. It’s often used in baked pasta dishes like lasagna…
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Italian Pantry Staples
Italian cooking often starts with a dependable set of ingredients. When those basics are already in your kitchen, everyday cooking…
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A Guide to Italian Pasta Shapes
Italian pasta comes in many shapes, and the shape is often chosen for a specific reason. Walk through the pasta…
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Basic Homemade Beef Broth (Marcella Hazan Method)
I noticed Marcella Hazan’s beef broth showing up frequently as a key ingredient in several other recipes, so I decided…
