Entries by Ilaria Bertinelli

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Spinach meatballs

By now you know, our ‘Meatballs and patties’ section is designed to collect many original recipes to prepare the food par excellence that both young and old ones enjoy. Today the proposal is Spinach meatballs. So, today we propose a perfect version to get children to eat spinach, a vegetable rich in minerals that is […]

Pinzimonio with sour cream

It is known that vegetables are rich in minerals and are one of those healthy foods that are good for you, but not everyone likes to eat them plain… especially children. Actually, there are many ways to make them more appetising to be enjoyed for a break or even as a tasty aperitif: Pinzimonio with […]

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Chickpea Farinata

You know, we always like to experiment with new and tasty recipes, so today we are proposing a mouth-watering idea to make your dinner even more enjoyable: Chickpea Farinata. Perfect as an appetiser or main course, they are the solution to give that extra touch to the classic, and always pleasant, Chickpea Farinata. Try preparing […]

Amazing vegetables: Ratatouille

The world-famous Disney cartoon Ratatouille has not only made famous the little mouse protagonist of the story, but also the traditional French dish around which Rémy’s adventures revolve: Ratatouille. To us Italians, such a high-sounding name makes one think of a super-fine dish, perhaps rich in preparations and sauces, typical of transalpine cuisine. Instead, Ratatouille […]

Venere rice pasta salad with vegetables

What could be better in summer than a nice, fresh Venere rice pasta salad with vegetables? In our opinion, it is the ideal dish for the summer months, perfect for satiating hunger after returning from the beach, but also for an evening out with friends. It can be prepared in advance, in large quantities, and […]

Alternative ideas: Travel Caprese

Today we revisited a great classic of summer cuisine to turn it into a Travel Caprese. The recipe we are proposing, however, is a ‘travel’ version, because the mozzarella enclosing a tasty little surprise reminds us so much of suitcases, which almost always contain something to eat… at least ours! The concept of the small […]

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Papaya sauce with vegetables

For the ‘friends’ recipes‘ section, I am sharing with you a tasty recipe that Cecilia sent us: Papaya sauce with vegetables. It is a great idea to accompany tortillas, but also to top crackers and bread. In short, a perfect hunger-breaker or a tasty aperitif to propose to friends. And don’t be misled by the […]

Ricotta and strawberry cake

Summer and heat are two elements that go against the desire to cook. Yes, we know, turning on the oven isn’t exactly optimal for combating high temperatures… but what if the cake to be prepared is worth the effort? Ricotta and strawberry cake certainly is. So here is a recipe for a cake that is […]

Risate&Risotti Contest: my Tuscan risotto

This past weekend was another very intense one, full of excitement and satisfaction. We were in Lucignano, in the province of Arezzo, for the final of the Risate&Risotti Contest. In the kitchen, I had to invent a recipe with the ingredients found in the mystery box. The result? My Tuscan Risotto. The result was a […]