Today’s blog is as much about involtini di melanzane as it is about selfless Continue reading
Involtini di melanzane alla Tim – stuffed aubergine rolls
Pasta all’ortolana – summer vegetable pasta
Sbriciolata pere e cioccolato – pear and chocolate crumble tart
If you ever happen to stay at a Neapolitan friend’s place, chances are you will be offered a slice of crostata (tart/pie) at some point. There are hundreds of types, but if it is Continue reading
Tortine fredde allo yoghurt e frutta – mini yoghurt and fruit fridge cakes
As a fruit lover and the wife of a man who has a worrying addiction to cream, I felt I had to share this yummy but very easy summer recipe. Tortine fredde allo yoghurt e frutta take me back to Continue reading
Spaghetti con le vongole – spaghetti with clams
Hold your breath…and…ta da! It is about time to introduce what is both a staple and one of the signature dishes of Neapolitan cuisine: the wonderful and unique and amazing Continue reading
Quadrotti al limone – lemon squares
When the summer comes and the heat is overwhelming, some people stop baking and switch to ice cream mode. Despite having grown up in a place where summer can be really hot, though, even with temperatures as high as 40°C, Continue reading
Biscotti ricotta e limone – ricotta and lemon biscuits
There are some treats that are not only tasty and low in fat, but also so very easy to make. Meet biscotti ricotta e limone. I don’t know about you, but I have a soft spot Continue reading
Insalata caprese – caprese salad
I know. No need to feel offended here. I appreciate that no one needs Continue reading
Focaccia pomodorini e rosmarino – focaccia
Nothing beats a good home-made focaccia. It was always on the table when sharing a meal at my Italian home with my family. It is relatively easy to make and it goes well with Continue reading
Pesto genovese – classic basil pesto
I know, I know. No need to say: “But… but pesto genovese is from Genoa!” And no, by posting this recipe on Coochinando I’m not claiming it is a southern Italian recipe. But I do not recollect a day of my life in Naples when Continue reading