This is my own variation on the famous pesto sauce. It is a lovely dish to greet springtime with, when the desire for the fresh taste of herbs seems to...
This dish was made by my mother as soon as the very tender and sweet, new season peas were available; it can also be made with very fresh board beans....
This is very tasty summertime dish that brings out the delicate flavour of the vegetables. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 200 g (7 oz) asparagus, trimmed 200 g (7 oz) celeriac, cut...
This is my own version of a peasant soup which is also enjoyed in some of the best restaurants all over Italy. For this dish, the Neapolitans use pasta called...
Another indispensable recipes. Although it takes some time to cook this sauce, the actual preparation is very tasty. The best result is achieved by using a piece of pork and...
This is my recipe for herb sauce. Please try it and very it according to your taste, increasing one or other of the herbs, on taking away one altogether. The...
There are many ways to make a tomato sauce. This is a very basic and quick version, but it makes an excellent standby when hunger beats the clock! Serves: 4 Ingredients:...
This is a dish for grand occasions, such as wedding or Christmas. Some gourmet Neapolitans add fresh truffles, but personally I think that is going a little too far. Serves: 8...
Trofie is a particular pasta shape from Liguria. It is usually home made but you can find it in good Italian shops. Alternatively, you can use strozzapreti or fusilli instead....
There are many different varieties of minestrone, each one varying according to regional customs. I’ll allow you to substitute a stock cube for home made stock in this recipe, but...
Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 medium green marrow 100 g diced fatty streaky bacon 100 ml olive oil 1 red onion Parmesan rind 50 g well cleaned fresh tomato 100 g thinly...