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Saffron Panna Cotta

February 29, 2016 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 8 Comments

The gentle quiver of Saffron Panna Cotta | labellasorella.comPanna cotta that ethereal puddle of cream originating in Piemonte should be an essential part of everyone’s world.  Perfectly prepared panna cotta, or “cooked cream”, an elixir of gently warmed lightly sweetened milk and/or cream, subtly flavored, chilled and held together with just enough gelatin to create a faint wobble when touched with a spoon.  Saffron Panna Cotta, a staple at Babbo New York City was Gina De Palma’s flavor rif on the classic dolce and remains a  signature dessert on the menu to this day.

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Filed Under: Desserts to Dream Of

Roasted Trout with Lemon & Leeks – Arrosto di Trota con Limone e Porri

February 22, 2016 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 8 Comments

Roasted Trout with Lemon & Leeks | labellasorella.com

As I prepare for travel to Italy soon, thoughts of last spring’s trip have me dreaming about Trentino-Alto Adige and the glorious week we spent there. I can close my eyes and see the majestic Dolomites, crystal clear lakes and star studded night sky.  Thoughts of this type ultimately take me to the kitchen to capture moments like these through food and this is how Roasted Trout with Lemon & Leeks came about.

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Chicken Vegetable Soup – Zuppa di Vedure con Il Pollo

February 15, 2016 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 10 Comments

Chicken Vegetable Soup | labellasorella.com

Chicken Vegetable Soup, a hearty soup yes but actually more like a stufato or stew of sorts.  This is one of those dishes that you prepare on the weekend to reheat during the week; and who doesn’t want to come home after a long day and not think about dinner?  Chicken Vegetable Soup is a chunky assortment of garden goodness with gratifying pieces of chicken, the kind of meal that really satisfies.

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Filed Under: Comforting Soups, Pasta Dishes & Risottos

Ceci Bruschetta

February 8, 2016 By Paula Barbarito-Levitt 9 Comments

Ceci Bruschetta adapted from Babbo Restaurant NYC | labellasorella.comSo, what do you do when you are snowbound in New York City for the weekend – make a dinner reservation of course!  There are definitely benefits to being held hostage in the city during a blizzard; since the streets are empty those hard to get tables at you favorite spots are very much available. Our stomping grounds these days center around the East and West Villages with too many exciting choices to begin to count.  Mio Marito immediately got to work and before you knew it we were dining at Babbo. Thoughts of Gina De Palma, the late pastry chef are ever present, so it felt comforting to be there.  The meal was sublime of course bringing back memories of Babbo’s iconic dishes.  When the waiter presented Ceci Bruschetta as a little nibble, I suddenly realized that I had buried this recipe deep in the culinary resources of my mind.  Ceci Bruschetta was my go to appetizer with a cocktail for ages.  A simple to prepare combination of ceci or garbanzo beans, braced against the strong flavors of black olive spread, rosemary and red pepper flakes.

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