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Spaghetti and fettuccine are the most known types of long strand pasta, but nothing compares to bucatini, the delicate tube-shaped noodles with a hollow center. A clever upgrade to the flat long strands, these tiny pasta straws not only get coated with sauce but also filled up from top to bottom. That’s why a light yet creamy carbonara makes the [...]

The spicy and pungent flavors of soppressata gives this classic Italian dish satisfying pops of flavor while the fontina adds creaminess to the tomato sauce and smoothens the acidity. The ultimate Italian comfort food, ziti pasta makes a simple and hearty base that clings to a delicious tomato sauce. It all comes together with a garnish of fresh chopped parsley [...]

Quick Olive TapenadeWe’re all short on time and often quality food gets neglected. The thought of something like an olive tapenade seems like a dish you can only find at a fancy restaurant or gourmet grocery store.But with a few easy ingredients you can whip up a healthy tapenade within seconds.You can throw it on [...]

For Italians, coffee is more than an a.m. eye-opener – it’s a way of life. Thanks to generations of coffee roasters with a passion for excellence, real Italian coffee adds a distinctively smooth and velvety flavor to a variety of specialty coffee drinks. Here are some of our favorite classic Italian coffee drinks that can easily be made at home [...]

Not everyone is a mushroom lover, but if you are, you're in luck! Today we're featuring two of our favorite mushroom pasta recipes! 1.Mushroom Orecchiette or Macaroni Ingredients6 ounces of orecchiette pasta or macaroni½ cup parmesan, grated12 ounces brown mushrooms2 garlic cloves, chopped and minced3 tbsp butter, room temperature ½ an onion, chopped1 tbsp olive oilDirectionIn a large pot, [...]

3 Simple Ways to Cook Pasta for VegansWho says you need prosciutto to revel in deluxe Italian gourmet food when you can make an even better version with artichokes? Let’s take a look at three easy ways to prepare Italian food in healthy, vegan options:1.Creamy Vegan Garlic Pasta with Roasted TomatoesIngredientsGrape tomatoes, halved (3 cups)Penne (10 ounces. You [...]

Easiest Way to Cook Linguini with Tuna, Lemon and Dill- A True Italian Flavor with an American TwistWith Christmas quickly approaching and winter mode on, the only warmth you can truly find is in delectable Italian comfort food.The thought of spending hours, trying to cook a delicious, Italian gourmet meal seems a little terrifying, eh? Well, who says [...]

In the United States, everything is done with speed. Life is fast, and sometimes quality is lost because of it. This is especially true with the American coffee culture. Large chain coffee shops are becoming fast food restaurants. A cappuccino comes out quick but with little crema. An espresso is being replaced with a cold [...]

Anellini al Forno is a classic dish from Sicily. It's perfect to make for Sunday dinners, holidays or any special occasion. This is a dish that is served for Christmas or other special occasions in Sicily. You can substitute any small pasta, such as elbows, for the anellini, but the pasta rings are what make this dish authentic. For [...]

Pasta e Fagioli Pasta e fagioli, meaning "pasta and beans", is a traditional Italian dish. Like many other Italian favorites including pizza and polenta, the dish started as a peasant dish, being composed of inexpensive ingredients. Serving Size: 4-6 1 cup dry cannellini beans, soaked (or 14oz can of cannellini beans) 1 cup ditalini pasta or small shelled pasta 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Optional: [...]

If you're unfamiliar with this ancient grain, get ready to fall in love at first bite! Farro can be used in an easy light salad like this, or even in rich risottos. It has a nutty texture and has the same nutritional benefits as brown rice. Try this recipe as a side dish, or even [...]

We're full swing into summer now and with July 4th approaching, it's only natural to be yearning for those delicious and easy grill recipes! Here are 3 of our favorites for those meat lovers. Grilled Chicken Marinated in Mustard & Herbs Serving Size: 4 Ingredients 6 pcs of chicken - drumsticks and thighs suggested  1 1/2 cups of loosely packed herbs [...]