Ricette

Linguine con Cozze e Gamberetti

This is a regional dish par excellence, and perfect for a Friday night supper.

This recipe is from Antonio's new book 'Two Greedy Italians'.

Photography by Chris Terry.

Osso Buco in Bianco

Osso bucco literally means 'bone with hole'. The name refers to the cut, from veal shanks or shin, which always include the bone; this contains marrow, and is an important part of the dish

This recipe is from Antonio's new book 'Two Greedy Italians'.

Scottiglia Con Polenta Alla Spianatora

This dish combines various ingrediants and ideas typical of three regions, while still maintaining the essential Italian style.

This recipe is from Antonio's new book 'Two Greedy Italians'.

Photography by Chris Terry

Torta Pasqualina - Easter Tart

There are probably as many versions of this savoury Ligurian tart, traditionally made at Easter, as there are families who live in the region. It is based on pastry, vegetables and eggs and is eaten especially on Easter Monday, Pasquetta, when almost everybody goes for a picnic. This recipe is from Antonio's book 'Complete Italian Food'.

Pane Casereccio

A stuffed savoury bread 'ring', perfect for picnics. Pane Casareccio is often eaten by Italians on Pasquetta - Easter Monday - when everyone heads off for a picnic to celebrate the unofficial start of Spring.

Valentina's Risotto Primavera

A refreshing risotto using spring vegetables, with an added touch of pesto and toasted pine kernels. This recipe serves two hungry people or four as a starter.

Uova Tonnate - Tuna-stuffed Eggs

A simple dish with plenty of flavour, perfect for picnics. This recipe is from Antonio's book 'Simple Cooking' and serves 4-6 people.
Tip: salted capers are much better than vinegared ones, but they have to be de-salted. Soak in cold water for about 15 minutes, spoon away any remaining salt and dry well.

Polenta Al Tagliere

For this satisfying winter dish, hot polenta is piled onto a tagliere or wooden chopping board and used as a ‘dish’ to hold a warming ragu of spicy pork cooked in white wine. Everyone then helps themselves, making this a great meal to share with friends on a cold day.

Risotto con Funghi

A winter warming risotto made with ceps, the best-known of Italian rice dishes taken from 'Antonio Carluccio's Simple Cooking' published by Quadrille Publishing House. This beautiful book brings together all of the 'secrets' that Antonio has learned from over 50 years professional experience, packed with easy and reliable dishes for the novice and enthusiat cook alike.

Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci

Learn how to make this delicious, classic recipe found all over Italy. It is a simple dish that is absolutely wonderful, especially when served with a sage butter sauce.