How to make ravioli like nonna. Ravioli are half-moon shaped pasta famous all over the world filled with ricotta and spinach. Learn how to make ravioli from scratch with my very own Nonna Igea who has been making them for over 60 years!
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BEST Burger
For the best burger recipe on the planet, my trusty food truck operating duo from Norma’s Bar are revealing the secrets to their burgers which have hit viral status in Australia! Dwelling from Italy, but making a mean American style burger, Agnese and Massimo have perfected the smashed patty in a crispy milky bun, adding all the sweet and salty flavours you desire and creating the ultimate foodgasm style burger. And yes, it’s totally doable in your home kitchen!
Italian Food Explained
Italian Food Explained What makes Italian food, “Italian food”? It’s so important to recognize that it’s about SO MUCH more than pizza and pasta. More than anything, Italian food is about culture; an experience that immerses you entirely in history and therefore tradition and maybe most importantly, love. Furthermore, this is a candid vlog, where …
Italian Fish Soup
Italian Fish soup with chickpeas is a flavoursome dish which can be served as a delicious antipasto – and made within less than 30 minutes. The fish is drowned in a light, yet rich tomato sauce and the combination of chickpeas provides the ideal mix of textures.
Seafood Eggplant Parmigiana
Seafood eggplant parmigiana. You heard it here first! All the makings of a deliciously bold parmigiana, but with seafood added to the soft, melt-in-your-mouth layers. This drool-worthy dish (sure to be controversial for some) defies the rule of not adding cheese to seafood….but trust me, once you try it, you will realise it’s a game changer. Proudly invented by my mamma e papa!
Butternut Squash Soup
Butternut squash soup is a wholesome, delicious meal, and each family has their own version – now, here’s one with a twist! Join me along with Emmy nominated recording artist Alfio from NYC as we turn the traditional pumpkin soup recipe into an Italian inspired one – you might be surprised by some of our special ingredients!
Strawberry Cheesecake No Bake
STRAWBERRIES CHEESECAKE NO BAKE You won’t be able to resist this delicious no-bake dessert! It’s light and fluffy, with a crumbly chocolate biscuit base mixed with fresh strawberries. The flavours are just like a strawberry milkshake – only with a crunch!
Arrabbiata Sauce
Arrabbiata pasta sauce is a simple recipe for spicy tomato sauce that uses fresh ingredients right from the garden! It is bold in flavour thanks to the combination of chilli and peeled tomatoes with just the right amount of fresh parsley. Sprinkle it with pecorino cheese and you will have a healthy, delicious, vegetarian meal you can enjoy almost any time of the day. But BEWARE, Arrabbiata means “angry” because it’s traditionally enjoyed quite HOT.
Spaghetti Vongole
Spaghetti Vongole. Taste the flavours of the sea on a plate with this simple spaghetti vongole recipe. The secret is in slow cooking these little shellfish until they create a beautiful broth which then coats each strand of spaghetti until it looks silky and tastes like perfection.
Vegetarian Lasagna
Vegetarian lasagna is an alternative to the traditional meat filled version and it’s still jam-packed with flavour! My version includes zucchini, capsicum, mushrooms, carrot and celery, but you can mix in your favourites…the real secret is in the sauce, which incorporates my traditional passata, with creamy ricotta, adding a whole new excitement factor for your tastebuds.
