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Grilled Tuna with Gremolata – Tonno alla Griglia con Gremolata

April 3, 2017 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 11 Comments

Grilled Tuna with Gremolata, sophisticated and simple to prepare | labellasorella.comTuna steaks are the oceans answer to a meaty style fish, substantial enough to satisfy the most discerning porterhouse or rib eye enthusiast; a cut of fish you can really sink you teeth into.  There are endless possibilities for a thickly cut fresh tuna steak but this simple preparation for Grilled Tuna with Gremolata can not be beat.  A high quality piece of tuna, freshly sliced from a respected fish monger with a combination of garden herbs, lemon peel and garlic make Grilled Tuna with Gremolata an effortless  entree.

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Chicken with Preserved Lemons – Pollo al Limone Conservati

March 20, 2017 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 10 Comments

The flavors  of the Mediterranean transcend  international boarders, reflecting the history and geography of the overall region. Each country or culture interprets the bounty of their local harvest in a unique and special way. Citrus fruit, in particular lemon is indigenous to the Medeterrean climate and is incorporated into the foods of the surrounding cultures. Although preserved lemons are a specialty of Northern Africa, they pair nicely with Italian dishes. Simple ingredients such as lemons, olive oil, parsley and capers are fundamental to Mediterranean cuisine.

In keeping things simple, lets chat a bit about entertaining. We all strive to be enchanting hosts, effortlessly gliding from guest to guest, sipping wine while cleverly chatting about this or that. On the flip side – perhaps more often than not you are standing over a hot sauté pan, filling the kitchen with so much smoke that the alarm begins to pierce the sound barrier, while at the same time that fabulous outfit, which you really should have covered with an apron, is splattered with hot oil.  If that later scenario is at all vaguely familiar, Pollo al Limone Conservati is the absolute perfect secondi for you –  it can be prepared in advance, comes together easily, is ever so delicious, and carries minimal risk of a 911 call…. 

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Salmone con Pistacchio e Limone Conservati – Salmon with Pistachio and Preserved Lemon

March 6, 2017 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt

Salmon with pistacchio served | labellasorella.comSalmon is not a fish that is native to Italian waters and something I had never seen until more recently when in Italy, mostly in upscale restaurants.  The rich, fatty nature of salmon pairs perfectly with so many indigenous Italian herbs, produce and products.  A grilled salmon steak with a drizzle of Balsamico; a freshly chopped tomato, garlic and herb topping;  or perhaps simply set on a bed of wood roasted cannellini beans with a touch of  Extra Virgin Olive Oil… Oh the possibilities are endless…. 

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Veal Meatloaf – Polpettone di Vitello

February 27, 2017 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 8 Comments

Veal Meatloaf - Polpettoni di Vitello | labellasorella.com

The word polpottone translates into English as “big meatball”, the suffix one in Italian signifies largeness. Most people do not associate meatloaf as an Italian dish, yet it is often served as a humble one pan family dinner.  As the name polpettone suggests, the ingredients are a mixture very much like what is used in polpette or meatballs. A favorite Italian food blog, Memory of Angelina, recently posted a classic recipe for polpettone along with additional interesting information and variations; if you aren’t a subscriber to Memory of Angelina you really should be.

So you may ask, why another polpettone recipe when a respected blogger has done such a stellar job not so long ago?  I simply wanted a tasty recipe that was classic in nature, a bit lighter and without any dairy. Allora Veal Meatloaf or Polpettone di Vitello came into being.

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