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Pasta-Risotto-Polenta

Torta di Riso

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The perfect description for Torta di Riso, is a crustless rice quiche.  The Italian name, Torta di Riso, translates to a very mundane-sounding (but certainly not mundane-tasting) “rice pie”.  Many of the best-known Torta di Riso recipes are rich desserts featuring ricotta, but this Northern Italian staple is a savory […]

Pasta-Risotto-Polenta, Sauces

Mushroom “Bolognese”

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You won’t believe there isn’t any meat in this in this Mushroom “Bolognese”.  The mushrooms mimic the same rich, hearty texture and taste of the meat.  Roasting the mushrooms first concentrates their flavor.  Avoid the urge to salt your mushrooms before roasting. Mushrooms retain a lot of moisture, which salt […]

Pasta-Risotto-Polenta

Pasta with Braised Pork Ragù

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Neapolitan Ragù is a slowly simmered Italian meat and tomato sauce, made with large chunks of meat rather than ground meat.  The meat is usually pork but can be beef, sausage, or a combination.  The sauce from cooking the meat is usually served over pasta and the meat is served […]