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Semolina Gnocchi Recipe (Gnocchi alla Romana)!

The ultimate comfort food, Gnocchi alla Romana bears almost no resemblance to the more well-known potato gnocchi. However, Gnocchi Alla Romana is a traditional Italian recipe that is incredibly satisfying as a lunch, dinner or even as an appetizer. If you like grits, polenta or porridge, you’ll love this dish!

Rosemary Focaccia Bread Recipe

Of all the Italian breads you can make at home, this Italian Rosemary Focaccia Breadrecipe has got to be one of the most rewarding. Fresh focaccia is a soft, spongy bread perfect for a scarpetta (sopping up sauce) or sandwiches. This is the classic Focaccia al Rosmarino topped with fresh rosemary!

Mushroom Pasta Sauce Recipe

Champignon Mushroom Tagliatelle the way they do it in Italy—with a touch of butter, plenty of olive oil and lots of fresh parsley. Unlike the porcini, the champignon (white button) mushroom is easily found in groceries throughout the United States. This recipe gives this economical mushroom the gourmet treatment. A delicate, earthy vegetarian dish that is sure to please. Top with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano.

Basil Pesto Pasta Recipe

The perfect spring and summer dish, this dish features basil pesto (Pesto Genovese) served with trofie pasta, potatoes and fresh green beans. It’s like a pasta and potato salad rolled into one!

Tuscan Bean Soup Recipe (Zuppa Toscana- Ribollita)

This is an authentic Tuscan Bean Soup recipe for Ribollita! Ribollita literally means ‘re-boiled’ because it is even better the second day, twice boiled! It’s packed with flavor and nutrition, coming from kale, savoy cabbage and white cannellini beans.