Salmon 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….
Veal Meatloaf – Polpettone di Vitello
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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Escarole & Bean Soup – Scarola & Fagioli
Scarola & Beans, Escarole & Beans no matter what you call it this humble soup has had a prominent place on every Italian American stove throughout the generations. Escarole & Bean soup was a nutritious and inexpensive way to feed a family when stretching the food budget was absolutely essential. It is a wonderful make ahead meal that can be served for dinner along with a nicely toasted piece of country bread, drizzled with olive oil and rubbed with garlic.
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Crostini with Lemon & Sheep’s Milk Cheese -Crostini con Limone e Pecorino
Winter storms come and go and despite the flooding, mudslides, and traffic incidents – let’s face it we have been experiencing a serious drought here and need the rain. The driving rain plays havoc on my citrus trees, bringing to the ground lemons & oranges that often do not weather the fall. Anytime there is a bit of a break in the storm, I run out and rescue the fallen citrus. What do you do when you have an abundance of easily gathered citrus – well prepare something of course.
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