Timballo di pasta al forno ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ…๐Ÿง€

Questa ricetta รจ per un piatto tipico preparato nel sud Italia, tradizionalmente la domenica e con della pasta fresca, per servire una portata sostanziosa, senza passare troppo tempo in cucina. La pasta fresca sarebbe stata preparata la sera prima e il piatto sarebbe stato cotto un po’ di tempo prima di servire a pranzo. Questo รจ tradizionalmente noto come “timballo”, con molte varianti secondo le … Continue reading Timballo di pasta al forno ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ…๐Ÿง€

Mixed Berry Vegan Panna Cotta ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿฎ

This recipe is the result of various trials to find the right balance of ingredients for a classic of Italian cuisine but in vegan and low-gi version. I actually prepare this as a summer treat when I meet with my friend Maria who is vegan. Finding a tasty dessert that is likeable for both a vegan and diabetic diet is a bit of a challenge, … Continue reading Mixed Berry Vegan Panna Cotta ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿฎ

Mushroom Risotto ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿš๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

This is probably the first recipe I learned to cook, as it is simple to prepare and delicious to taste. It is a traditional Italian rice recipe, originally prepared as an autumn festive dish in Northern Italy. If fresh porcini are available, these will add a special flavour to this preparation. Ingredients for 2 people: 200 g of risotto rice carnaroli or brown rice 200 … Continue reading Mushroom Risotto ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿš๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Fusilli alla boscaiola๐Ÿ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

Amongst the most popular pasta sauces, boscaiola – Italian for woodman’s – is traditionally inspired by autumnal ingredients and flavours, although by now it is an all time favourite sauce recipe. Here it is presented in a low-gi/diabetic-friendly version. Ingredients for 2 people: 200 g of whole wheat fusilli pasta 200 g of fresh mushrooms 80 g of diced bacon or pancetta 1 small glass … Continue reading Fusilli alla boscaiola๐Ÿ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง