Spaghetti alla Bottarga with Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Directions:
STEP 1
In a large, heavy-bottom pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until just al dente.
STEP 2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet or sauté pan, warm the oil over medium low heat. Add the garlic and shallot and let them steep in the oil until they become fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
STEP 3
Drain the cooked pasta in a colander keeping a little of the cooking water. Transfer the pasta to the skillet with the warm oil. Add the grated bottarga and the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Toss well to combine.
STEP 4
Taste and season if necessary with salt (bearing in mind that bottarga is quite salty). Add the shaved bottarga, parsley and more Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, then serve immediately.
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Spaghetti alla Bottarga with Parmigiano Reggiano® Cheese
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Anthony Bourdain, the colorful TV personality, journalist and author, sadly died in 2018. To celebrate his extraordinary contributions to the industry, the culinary community has since dubbed his birthday Anthony Bourdain Day.
Bourdain’s travels and adventurous eating habits defined food culture for a generation of young chefs who watched him parade through the world, dining on everything from balut (a fertilized egg embryo) to a bodega BEC (bacon egg and cheese). Many chefs called him a friend and mentor. Others who did not know him personally absorbed as much as possible through his books such as “Kitchen Confidential” and watched in awe as he traveled the globe in “Parts Unknown” and
other shows.
In his honor we have recreated our own version of one of his favorites, Spaghetti alla Bottarga.
Bottarga (salted and cured fish roe) is one of those fancy ingredients that you buy at the Italian market and then have no clue what to do with. Rather than let this rare treat go to waste, let’s take a page out of Bourdain’s book and show you the way with a Sardinian dish that’s leaps and bounds easier to make than spaghetti with marinara sauce.
Ingredients:
12 oz spaghetti
1 cup of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, microplaned
3 tbsp grated bottarga plus more shaved for serving
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
Parsley
Hint:
To make sure that you are buying Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, look for the distinctive dotted rind and make sure it is a product of Italy, otherwise it is not Parmigiano Reggiano.
For this recipe we suggest using Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 24 months or younger.
We recommend using bottarga from Sardinia, either already grated or you can use a microplane to grate it.
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Spaghetti alla Bottarga with Parmigiano Reggiano® Cheese
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10m
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20m
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350
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Anthony Bourdain, the colorful TV personality, journalist and author, sadly died in 2018. To celebrate his extraordinary contributions to the industry, the culinary community has since dubbed his birthday Anthony Bourdain Day.
Bourdain’s travels and adventurous eating habits defined food culture for a generation of young chefs who watched him parade through the world, dining on everything from balut (a fertilized egg embryo) to a bodega BEC (bacon egg and cheese). Many chefs called him a friend and mentor. Others who did not know him personally absorbed as much as possible through his books such as “Kitchen Confidential” and watched in awe as he traveled the globe in “Parts Unknown” and
other shows.
In his honor we have recreated our own version of one of his favorites, Spaghetti alla Bottarga.
Bottarga (salted and cured fish roe) is one of those fancy ingredients that you buy at the Italian market and then have no clue what to do with. Rather than let this rare treat go to waste, let’s take a page out of Bourdain’s book and show you the way with a Sardinian dish that’s leaps and bounds easier to make than spaghetti with marinara sauce.
Directions:
STEP 1
In a large, heavy-bottom pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until just al dente.
STEP 2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet or sauté pan, warm the oil over medium low heat. Add the garlic and shallot and let them steep in the oil until they become fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
STEP 3
Drain the cooked pasta in a colander keeping a little of the cooking water. Transfer the pasta to the skillet with the warm oil. Add the grated bottarga and the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Toss well to combine.
STEP 4
Taste and season if necessary with salt (bearing in mind that bottarga is quite salty). Add the shaved bottarga, parsley and more Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, then serve immediately.
Ingredients:
12 oz spaghetti
1 cup of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, microplaned
3 tbsp grated bottarga plus more shaved for serving
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
Parsley
Hint:
To make sure that you are buying Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, look for the distinctive dotted rind and make sure it is a product of Italy, otherwise it is not Parmigiano Reggiano.
For this recipe we suggest using Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 24 months or younger.
We recommend using bottarga from Sardinia, either already grated or you can use a microplane to grate it.
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Portobello Mushrooms alla Judy with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Directions:
STEP 1
Preheat your oven to 375 F. Shred the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
STEP 2
To prepare the mushrooms rinse them in cold water to remove any bits of dirt or sand, then dry them with paper towels. Remove the stems.
STEP 3
Fill each of the mushroom caps with 1/4 cup of the shredded Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Arrange them in a prepared baking dish or on a lightly greased baking sheet.
STEP 4
Bake for 10 minutes then rotate the pan and bake for another 10 minutes.
STEP 5
Serve immediately. And to make it pretty, garnish with a few green olives or fresh herbs. Enjoy!
About Judy Wright
I was born and raised in Minnesota. I am not a professional chef – however I have always enjoyed cooking for family and friends. I am a huge fan of Parmigiano Reggiano and include it in many of my recipes.
I love to cook all sorts of food from different countries, but I am particularly fond of Italian food. I like it because it uses few, simple ingredients, it is mostly very easy to make, and it always tastes delicious.
This particular mushroom recipe has become one of my go-to treats. It is a great snack to enjoy while watching a game, or as an appetizer with a nice glass of wine. Keep in mind that you can always modify it and add a little garlic or parsley…but I prefer it with just the cheese.
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Portobello Mushrooms alla Judy with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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This recipe was submitted by Judy Wright.
Portobello mushrooms are available year round, great for stuffing, and in this case the large cavity makes a perfect “bowl” for the melted Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. According to our guest chef, Judy Wright, “Baking brings out the earthy flavor of the mushrooms and once you add the rich taste of Parmigiano Reggiano the result is absolutely delicious. This recipe is healthy, takes only 20 minutes, and will delight your friends and family.” By the way, although Chef Judy is suggesting this simple dish as an appetizer or a snack, it is also versatile enough and meaty enough to work as a main or a side.
Ingredients:
6 large portobello caps
1 1/2 cup of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Hint:
Chef Judy used large portobello caps but if you can’t find them at your grocery store, you can use the smaller ones as well.
To make sure that you are buying Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, look for the distinctive dotted rind and make sure it is a product of Italy, otherwise it is not Parmigiano Reggiano.
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Portobello Mushrooms alla Judy with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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This recipe was submitted by Judy Wright.
Portobello mushrooms are available year round, great for stuffing, and in this case the large cavity makes a perfect “bowl” for the melted Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. According to our guest chef, Judy Wright, “Baking brings out the earthy flavor of the mushrooms and once you add the rich taste of Parmigiano Reggiano the result is absolutely delicious. This recipe is healthy, takes only 20 minutes, and will delight your friends and family.” By the way, although Chef Judy is suggesting this simple dish as an appetizer or a snack, it is also versatile enough and meaty enough to work as a main or a side.
Directions:
STEP 1
Preheat your oven to 375 F. Shred the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
STEP 2
To prepare the mushrooms rinse them in cold water to remove any bits of dirt or sand, then dry them with paper towels. Remove the stems.
STEP 3
Fill each of the mushroom caps with 1/4 cup of the shredded Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Arrange them in a prepared baking dish or on a lightly greased baking sheet.
STEP 4
Bake for 10 minutes then rotate the pan and bake for another 10 minutes.
STEP 5
Serve immediately. And to make it pretty, garnish with a few green olives or fresh herbs. Enjoy!
About Judy Wright
I was born and raised in Minnesota. I am not a professional chef – however I have always enjoyed cooking for family and friends. I am a huge fan of Parmigiano Reggiano and include it in many of my recipes.
I love to cook all sorts of food from different countries, but I am particularly fond of Italian food. I like it because it uses few, simple ingredients, it is mostly very easy to make, and it always tastes delicious.
This particular mushroom recipe has become one of my go-to treats. It is a great snack to enjoy while watching a game, or as an appetizer with a nice glass of wine. Keep in mind that you can always modify it and add a little garlic or parsley…but I prefer it with just the cheese.
Ingredients:
6 large portobello caps
1 1/2 cup of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Hint:
Chef Judy used large portobello caps but if you can’t find them at your grocery store, you can use the smaller ones as well.
To make sure that you are buying Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, look for the distinctive dotted rind and make sure it is a product of Italy, otherwise it is not Parmigiano Reggiano.
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Four Cheese Eggplant alla Mackie with Parmigiano Reggiano
Directions:
STEP 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
STEP 2
Cube the eggplant. Generously salt the eggplant, and let it sit for about an hour.
STEP 3
Start heating the marinara.
STEP 4
Come back to the eggplant. The eggplant should look almost shiny because the salt drew out some of the moisture. Pat the eggplant well with a paper towel to absorb the water. This process is called “sweating” the eggplant. It helps make the eggplant less soggy.
STEP 5
Spray the eggplant with cooking oil and place batches in the air fryer at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes per batch, flipping about halfway through. Note: If you dont have an air fryer, you can fry it in a pan.
STEP 6
Cook the pasta according to the instructions.
STEP 7
Add the eggplant, mozzarella/provolone blend, and marinara sauce to a baking dish and mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
STEP 8
Heat the butter in the small bowl in the microwave for about 45 seconds or until melted.
STEP 9
Mix the Pecorino Romano, breadcrumbs and melted butter well.
STEP 10
Top the dish with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and breadcrumb mixture.
STEP 11
Put in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are browned and the dish is bubbling.
STEP 12
Let cool and dig in!
About Mackie
My name is Mackie Ermocida, and I am from the Philadelphia Area. I grew up loving all things food. While I love to experiment with all types of cuisine, my true love is Italian food. The cheeses, the wines, the pastas, the sauces, the flavors – OH MY! I also love traveling to discover new dishes!
Please follow my culinary adventures for more dishes like this.
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Four Cheese Eggplant alla Mackie with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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This recipe was submitted by Mackie Ermocida.
There are several theories about the origin of Eggplant Parmigiana or Parmigiana di Melanzane – as they call it in Italy. Some food writers think the name of the dish derives from Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, the predominant cheese used in the dish – and that is our favorite theory. Others argue that eggplant made its first appearance in in Sicily and the name is derived from the word “palmigiana”, which is the name of the louvered panes of shutters that the layered eggplant slices are meant to resemble. However, most everyone agrees that this is a true classic Italian dish, so delicious that it has become popular around the world.
According to Mackie, “This is one of my favorite recipes! Try it! It is a twist on regular Eggplant Parmigiana. It’s cheesy, it’s saucy, it’s beautiful…and it tastes soooo good!”.
Grazie, Chef Mackie!
Ingredients:
56 oz of Marinara Sauce of your choosing
(I used San Marzano Tomatoes)
3/4 lb cavatappi, fusilli or rotini pasta
1-2 Eggplants, depending on the eggplant to pasta ratio you prefer
1/3 Cup panko breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning
1/4 Cup mozzarella/provolone cheese blend
1/4 Cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
1 1/2 Tablespoon butter, unsalted
1 1/2 Teaspoon Pecorino Romano, grated
4 Teaspoons salt
Cooking oil spray
Hint:
To make sure that you are buying Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, look for the distinctive dotted rind and make sure it is a product of Italy, otherwise it is not Parmigiano Reggiano.
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Four Cheese Eggplant alla Mackie with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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This recipe was submitted by Mackie Ermocida.
There are several theories about the origin of Eggplant Parmigiana or Parmigiana di Melanzane – as they call it in Italy. Some food writers think the name of the dish derives from Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, the predominant cheese used in the dish – and that is our favorite theory. Others argue that eggplant made its first appearance in in Sicily and the name is derived from the word “palmigiana”, which is the name of the louvered panes of shutters that the layered eggplant slices are meant to resemble. However, most everyone agrees that this is a true classic Italian dish, so delicious that it has become popular around the world.
According to Mackie, “This is one of my favorite recipes! Try it! It is a twist on regular Eggplant Parmigiana. It’s cheesy, it’s saucy, it’s beautiful…and it tastes soooo good!”.
Grazie, Chef Mackie!
Directions:
STEP 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
STEP 2
Cube the eggplant. Generously salt the eggplant, and let it sit for about an hour.
STEP 3
Start heating the marinara.
STEP 4
Come back to the eggplant. The eggplant should look almost shiny because the salt drew out some of the moisture. Pat the eggplant well with a paper towel to absorb the water. This process is called “sweating” the eggplant. It helps make the eggplant less soggy.
STEP 5
Spray the eggplant with cooking oil and place batches in the air fryer at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes per batch, flipping about halfway through. Note: If you dont have an air fryer, you can fry it in a pan.
STEP 6
Cook the pasta according to the instructions.
STEP 7
Add the eggplant, mozzarella/provolone blend, and marinara sauce to a baking dish and mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
STEP 8
Heat the butter in the small bowl in the microwave for about 45 seconds or until melted.
STEP 9
Mix the Pecorino Romano, breadcrumbs and melted butter well.
STEP 10
Top the dish with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and breadcrumb mixture.
STEP 11
Put in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are browned and the dish is bubbling.
STEP 12
Let cool and dig in!
About Mackie
My name is Mackie Ermocida, and I am from the Philadelphia Area. I grew up loving all things food. While I love to experiment with all types of cuisine, my true love is Italian food. The cheeses, the wines, the pastas, the sauces, the flavors – OH MY! I also love traveling to discover new dishes!
Please follow my culinary adventures for more dishes like this.
Ingredients:
56 oz of Marinara Sauce of your choosing
(I used San Marzano Tomatoes)
3/4 lb cavatappi, fusilli or rotini pasta
1-2 Eggplants, depending on the eggplant to pasta ratio you prefer
1/3 Cup panko breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning
1/4 Cup mozzarella/provolone cheese blend
1/4 Cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
1 1/2 Tablespoon butter, unsalted
1 1/2 Teaspoon Pecorino Romano, grated
4 Teaspoons salt
Cooking oil spray
Hint:
To make sure that you are buying Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, look for the distinctive dotted rind and make sure it is a product of Italy, otherwise it is not Parmigiano Reggiano.
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Black Truffle Pasta & Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Directions:
STEP 1
Place the room temperature Urbani Black Truffle Butter in a small mixing bowl.
Add milk and whisk the mixture for 3 minutes to create a buttery sauce.
STEP 2
Bring 4 – 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot and add a pinch of salt.
Add fettuccine to boiling water. Stir gently.
STEP 3
Return water to a boil. For authentic “al dente” pasta, boil uncovered – stirring occasionally for 12 minutes. Towards the end of the cooking time, take a couple of ladles of the pasta cooking water and set it aside (you may need it later).
Remove the fettuccine from heat. Drain well.
STEP 4
Pour the sauce in a ceramic bowl, add Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Urbani Black Truffle Thrill and stir gently. If the sauce seems too thick add a little of the pasta water that was set aside earlier, until you arrive at a smooth creamy texture. Add the pasta to the bowl mixing it with the sauce.
STEP 5
Finally, serve the pasta on a dish, add a little more freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and a shave a few thin slices of Urbani Summer Black Truffles on top. You are now ready to enjoy a dish that will transport you to the heart of Italy. Buon Appetito!
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Black Truffle Pasta &
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
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This pasta recipe is the perfect treat for dinner with the one you love. The earthy rich flavor of Urbani’s Summer Black Truffles combined with the distinctive taste and texture of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese makes this recipe a decadent and delicious treat for your palate. Plus it is easy to make, takes no time at all, and requires just a few (but very good) ingredients!!
Ingredients:
1 oz fresh Urbani Summer Black Truffles
4 tablespoons Urbani Black Truffle Thrill
1/4 cup Urbani Black Truffle Butter
2 tablespoons organic whole milk
9 oz pasta (fettuccine)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Hint:
Chef Michele suggests using Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged at least 24 months.
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Black Truffle Pasta &
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
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This pasta recipe is the perfect treat for dinner with the one you love. The earthy rich flavor of Urbani’s Summer Black Truffles combined with the distinctive taste and texture of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese makes this recipe a decadent and delicious treat for your palate. Plus it is easy to make, takes no time at all, and requires just a few (but very good) ingredients!!
Directions:
STEP 1
Place the room temperature Urbani Black Truffle Butter in a small mixing bowl.
Add milk and whisk the mixture for 3 minutes to create a buttery sauce.
STEP 2
Bring 4 – 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot and add a pinch of salt.
Add fettuccine to boiling water. Stir gently.
STEP 3
Return water to a boil. For authentic “al dente” pasta, boil uncovered – stirring occasionally for 12 minutes. Towards the end of the cooking time, take a couple of ladles of the pasta cooking water and set it aside (you may need it later).
Remove the fettuccine from heat. Drain well.
STEP 4
Pour the sauce in a ceramic bowl, add Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Urbani Black Truffle Thrill and stir gently. If the sauce seems too thick add a little of the pasta water that was set aside earlier, until you arrive at a smooth creamy texture. Add the pasta to the bowl mixing it with the sauce.
STEP 5
Finally, serve the pasta on a dish, add a little more freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and a shave a few thin slices of Urbani Summer Black Truffles on top. You are now ready to enjoy a dish that will transport you to the heart of Italy. Buon Appetito!
Ingredients:
1 oz fresh Urbani Summer Black Truffles
4 tablespoons Urbani Black Truffle Thrill
1/4 cup Urbani Black Truffle Butter
2 tablespoons organic whole milk
9 oz pasta (fettuccine)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Hint:
Chef Michele suggests using Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged at least 24 months.
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Vegetable ‘Quesadina’ with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Directions:
STEP 1
Set your oven temperature to 375 F. A high temperature allows for the great color and texture of the vegetables, without drying the them out.
STEP 2
While the oven is preheating, line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Toss the vegetables with the oil and spices using your hands ensuring they are completely coated. Place the vegetables onto the baking sheet.
STEP 3
Bake the vegetables for 35 minutes. Stirring halfway through so they can crisp on both sides. Once done, remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
STEP 4
Once vegetables have rested chop to desired thickness and place in tortilla. Shave the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese onto the vegetables. Fold the tortilla and enjoy the Quesadina as is or, place the Quesadina in a skillet to crisp up the outside of the tortilla and to soften the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Enjoy alone or with your favorite toppings!
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Vegetable ‘Quesadina’ with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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Literally meaning ‘little cheesy thing’, quesadillas originated in colonial Mexico in the 16th century.
Today, the dish consists of a tortilla filled primarily with Oaxaca cheese, and then cooked on a comal, which is a smooth, flat griddle used to cook tortillas and arepas.
Piadina is a rustic Italian flatbread typical of the Romagna region in Italy. It is prepared with dough cooked fresh on a griddle and filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
In Italy there is a saying that goes: “Don’t call it piadina if it’s not made in Romagna.” The people of Romagna are so proud of their local specialty of piadina that they applied for and obtained PGI (Protected Geographical Application) for its two versions in 2014: the so-called Piadina Terre di Romagna and the Piadina Romagnola di Rimini.
Chef Michele Cassadei Massari has combined these two dishes to create the ‘Quesadina’ using loads of veggies and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. It’s a great opportunity to use leftover vegetables. And, is a great option for a snack, an appetizers or even dinner.
Ingredients:
2 pounds any vegetables, cut in large chunks (onions, peppers, tomatos, yams, swiss chard, asparagus, fresh herbs, etc.)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large Parmigiano Reggiano rind
1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, shaved
4 tortillas
Balsamic reduction, to drizzle, and/or your favorite toppings
Hint:
Chef Michele suggests using a mixture of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 16 months and 24 months if you can find both. The younger cheese melts nicely while the older cheese will give more flavor.
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Vegetable ‘Quesadina’ with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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10m
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35m
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250
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Literally meaning ‘little cheesy thing’, quesadillas originated in colonial Mexico in the 16th century.
Today, the dish consists of a tortilla filled primarily with Oaxaca cheese, and then cooked on a comal, which is a smooth, flat griddle used to cook tortillas and arepas.
Piadina is a rustic Italian flatbread typical of the Romagna region in Italy. It is prepared with dough cooked fresh on a griddle and filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
In Italy there is a saying that goes: “Don’t call it piadina if it’s not made in Romagna.” The people of Romagna are so proud of their local specialty of piadina that they applied for and obtained PGI (Protected Geographical Application) for its two versions in 2014: the so-called Piadina Terre di Romagna and the Piadina Romagnola di Rimini.
Chef Michele Cassadei Massari has combined these two dishes to create the ‘Quesadina’ using loads of veggies and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. It’s a great opportunity to use leftover vegetables. And, is a great option for a snack, an appetizers or even dinner.
Directions:
STEP 1
Set your oven temperature to 375 F. A high temperature allows for the great color and texture of the vegetables, without drying the them out.
STEP 2
While the oven is preheating, line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Toss the vegetables with the oil and spices using your hands ensuring they are completely coated. Place the vegetables onto the baking sheet.
STEP 3
Bake the vegetables for 35 minutes. Stirring halfway through so they can crisp on both sides. Once done, remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
STEP 4
Once vegetables have rested chop to desired thickness and place in tortilla. Shave the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese onto the vegetables. Fold the tortilla and enjoy the Quesadina as is or, place the Quesadina in a skillet to crisp up the outside of the tortilla and to soften the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Enjoy alone or with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients:
2 pounds any vegetables, cut in large chunks (onions, peppers, tomatos, yams, swiss chard, asparagus, fresh herbs, etc.)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large Parmigiano Reggiano rind
1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, shaved
4 tortillas
Balsamic reduction, to drizzle, and/or your favorite toppings
Hint:
Chef Michele suggests using a mixture of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 16 months and 24 months if you can find both. The younger cheese melts nicely while the older cheese will give more flavor.
Complete your meal
SUBMIT YOUR RECIPES
Become a superstar!
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Three Step Pasta alla Carbonara with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Directions:
STEP 1
Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Once boiling add 1 tablespoon salt and let dissolve. Add the pasta to the pot to cook it, but make sure that the pasta is a little firmer than al dente. (You will be putting the pasta over heat again and you don’t want them to get mushy. Set aside about a cup of the pasta water before straining it. While pasta is cooking, brown the guanciale in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once browned turn off heat and set aside.
STEP 2
In a stainless steel bowl whisk the yolks and about 80% of the grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese needed for the recipe. The remaining cheese will be sprinkled on the pasta right before serving.
STEP 3
Return the pan with guanciale to a burner on low heat. Add 2 tablespoon of the yolk mixture and 1 spoon of cooking water. Stir well, for about 3 minutes, turn off the burner, add the pasta directly into the pan and then add the rest of the yolk mixture stirring quickly and vigorously to combine. If it seems dry add some of the pasta water that you had set aside. Sprinkle the rest of the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and some black pepper – and get ready to enjoy one of Italy’s most famous pastas.
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Three Step Pasta alla Carbonara with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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One of Italy’s most beloved dishes, Pasta alla Carbonara is a rich and decadent dish made with egg yolks, hard seasoned cheese, guanciale (gwaan·chaa·lei) and black pepper. Guanciale is an Italian cured meat product prepared from pork jowl or cheeks – whose name is derived from ‘guancia’, the Italian word for ‘cheek’.
Many traditional carbonara recipes call for Pecorino Romano cheese, but Parmigiano Reggiano is also often used, as well as a combination of the two.
The origin of the dish is a source of much debate, and you can read a little about the various origin stories in an article our blog.
Here we present Chef Michele Casadei Massari’s special version, which can be made quickly in three simple steps, and uses only Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, because according to Chef Michele, “it’s the most soluble hard cheese ever; hence an amazing fit for this recipe”. He also prefers to make it with duck eggs because they add a bit of extra flavor and color to the dish.
Ingredients:
6 egg yolks
5 oz guanciale, cut into ½ inch pieces (bacon can work as well if you can’t find guanciale)
1lb spaghetti
½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (see HINT )
Fresh ground black pepper
Hint:
Chef Michele’s suggests using duck eggs for a bit more flavor and color.
We suggest Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 24 months. Cheese that has been aged longer won’t melt as nicely.
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Three Step Pasta alla Carbonara with Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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One of Italy’s most beloved dishes, Pasta alla Carbonara is a rich and decadent dish made with egg yolks, hard seasoned cheese, guanciale (gwaan·chaa·lei) and black pepper. Guanciale is an Italian cured meat product prepared from pork jowl or cheeks – whose name is derived from ‘guancia’, the Italian word for ‘cheek’.
Many traditional carbonara recipes call for Pecorino Romano cheese, but Parmigiano Reggiano is also often used, as well as a combination of the two.
The origin of the dish is a source of much debate, and you can read a little about the various origin stories in an article our blog.
Here we present Chef Michele Casadei Massari’s special version, which can be made quickly in three simple steps, and uses only Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, because according to Chef Michele, “it’s the most soluble hard cheese ever; hence an amazing fit for this recipe”. He also prefers to make it with duck eggs because they add a bit of extra flavor and color to the dish.
Directions:
STEP 1
Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Once boiling add 1 tablespoon salt and let dissolve. Add the pasta to the pot to cook it, but make sure that the pasta is a little firmer than al dente. (You will be putting the pasta over heat again and you don’t want them to get mushy. Set aside about a cup of the pasta water before straining it. While pasta is cooking, brown the guanciale in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once browned turn off heat and set aside.
STEP 2
In a stainless steel bowl whisk the yolks and about 80% of the grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese needed for the recipe. The remaining cheese will be sprinkled on the pasta right before serving.
STEP 3
Return the pan with guanciale to a burner on low heat. Add 2 tablespoon of the yolk mixture and 1 spoon of cooking water. Stir well, for about 3 minutes, turn off the burner, add the pasta directly into the pan and then add the rest of the yolk mixture stirring quickly and vigorously to combine. If it seems dry add some of the pasta water that you had set aside. Sprinkle the rest of the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and some black pepper – and get ready to enjoy one of Italy’s most famous pastas.
Ingredients:
6 egg yolks
5 oz guanciale, cut into ½ inch pieces (bacon can work as well if you can’t find guanciale)
1lb spaghetti
½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (see HINT )
Fresh ground black pepper
Hint:
Chef Michele’s suggests using duck eggs for a bit more flavor and color.
We suggest Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 24 months. Cheese that has been aged longer won’t melt as nicely.
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Sprout Crostini with Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread
Directions:
Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread
STEP 1
Mix the miso, cheese, and rinds in a bowl with your hands, stir in the apple juice, black pepper, lemon zest cover and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. The more time the more flavor.
Sprout Crostini
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Slice baguette into 1/2-inch pieces at an angle and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil for extra crispness. Bake for 8-12 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.
STEP 2
While the bread is toasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add remaining olive oil, add brussels sprouts, sprinkle with salt and pepper, tossing well to coat. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warm, wilted, slightly crispy and even a little golden. Add the lemon zest to taste and stir in grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, mixing well to coat and turn off heat.
STEP 3
Cover the top of each piece of crostini with a generous amount of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread. Next, top the crostini with a spoonful of sprouts, then add a shaving of fresh Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and some cracked black pepper. Get ready for a multi-cultural treat!
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Sprout Crostini with Parmigiano Reggiano® Cheese and Miso Spread
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For this recipe, Chef Michele decided to travel outside of Italy and landed in Japan and created a special spread which combines two of the most iconic foods from each country – Miso from Japan and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese from Italy – both of which are widely available in grocery store shelves virtually anywhere in the US.
The goal was to leverage the umami quality of two foods from very different cultures and create something that is completely new, rich and delicious. By the way, the Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread can stay refrigerated for quite a long time – and kept on hand for many different uses.
Ingredients:
Spread
3 oz miso of your choice
4 oz Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
2 oz Parmigiano Reggiano rinds, washed and grated
1 tsp. of unfiltered apple juice
Black pepper, to taste
Zest of one lemon
Sprout Crostini
1 large baguette
4 tbsp. olive oil
1 pound brussels sprouts, sliced or shredded
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Zest of Lemon
2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, for serving
Hint:
Chef Michele suggests Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 36 months. Longer aged cheese will yield a more pungent flavor.
The longer the mixture sits the tastier it will become.
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Sprout Crostini with Parmigiano Reggiano® Cheese and Miso Spread
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90
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For this recipe, Chef Michele decided to travel outside of Italy and landed in Japan and created a special spread which combines two of the most iconic foods from each country – Miso from Japan and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese from Italy – both of which are widely available in grocery store shelves virtually anywhere in the US.
The goal was to leverage the umami quality of two foods from very different cultures and create something that is completely new, rich and delicious. By the way, the Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread can stay refrigerated for quite a long time – and kept on hand for many different uses.
Directions:
Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread
STEP 1
Mix the miso, cheese, and rinds in a bowl with your hands, stir in the apple juice, black pepper, lemon zest cover and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. The more time the more flavor.
Sprout Crostini
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Slice baguette into 1/2-inch pieces at an angle and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil for extra crispness. Bake for 8-12 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.
STEP 2
While the bread is toasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add remaining olive oil, add brussels sprouts, sprinkle with salt and pepper, tossing well to coat. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warm, wilted, slightly crispy and even a little golden. Add the lemon zest to taste and stir in grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, mixing well to coat and turn off heat.
STEP 3
Cover the top of each piece of crostini with a generous amount of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Miso Spread. Next, top the crostini with a spoonful of sprouts, then add a shaving of fresh Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and some cracked black pepper. Get ready for a multi-cultural treat!
Ingredients:
Spread
3 oz miso of your choice
4 oz Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
2 oz Parmigiano Reggiano rinds, washed and grated
1 tsp. of unfiltered apple juice
Black pepper, to taste
Zest of one lemon
Sprout Crostini
1 large baguette
4 tbsp. olive oil
1 pound brussels sprouts, sliced or shredded
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Zest of Lemon
2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, for serving
Hint:
Chef Michele suggests Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 36 months. Longer aged cheese will yield a more pungent flavor.
The longer the mixture sits the tastier it will become.
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Pizza di Pasqua
Directions:
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use an electric mixer to work the eggs in with the oil. Gradually add the flour, milk and grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
STEP 2
Mix in the yeast and the cubes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Bake for 45 minutes. Enjoy!
GRANDMA STYLE
Grandma style is reminiscent of pizzas cooked at home by Italians without a pizza oven. In the case of the Pizza di Pasqua it is for people that may not have a dutch oven.
STEPS
Grease an aluminum casserole pan well, insert the dough, cover with the lid and cook on a stove top with a flame spreader for about 45 minutes.
For the first 3 to 4 minutes cook over high heat, then put the stove on low and finish cooking slowly until golden brown.
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Pizza di Pasqua
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Although it is called Pizza di Pasqua, this dish is really a delicious Italian cheese bread, typical of the regions of Umbria and Marche in central Italy. Italians prepare this dish for the traditional Easter picnic (Pasqua is the Italian word for Easter) – since this is the time of the year when warmer days beckon us to eat outside.
By the way, as you may expect, Italian picnics are not like ordinary ‘picnics’ – instead, they are elaborate multi-course al fresco banquets that often involve a little nap in the grass (which is so Italian!) As far as we are concerned, we think Pizza di Pasqua can be enjoyed any time. And the same goes for quick naps.
By the way, this particular recipe is prepared with a quick dough, using instant yeast – which makes it simpler and faster – yet retains all the great qualities of this savory bread.
Ingredients:
4 large eggs – ideally organic brown eggs
12oz 00 flour – or all purpose
5oz of seed oil – such as grapeseed
5 oz of whole milk
10 oz of Parmigiano Reggiano – Grated
5 oz of Parmigiano Reggiano – cut in small cubes
1oz of instant yeast for pizza
Hint:
00 flour is a finely ground Italian flour made from duram wheat.
Chef Michele suggests Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 24 months for the grated cheese and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 14 months for the cubed cheese.
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Pizza di Pasqua
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Although it is called Pizza di Pasqua, this dish is really a delicious Italian cheese bread, typical of the regions of Umbria and Marche in central Italy. Italians prepare this dish for the traditional Easter picnic (Pasqua is the Italian word for Easter) – since this is the time of the year when warmer days beckon us to eat outside.
By the way, as you may expect, Italian picnics are not like ordinary ‘picnics’ – instead, they are elaborate multi-course al fresco banquets that often involve a little nap in the grass (which is so Italian!) As far as we are concerned, we think Pizza di Pasqua can be enjoyed any time. And the same goes for quick naps.
By the way, this particular recipe is prepared with a quick dough, using instant yeast – which makes it simpler and faster – yet retains all the great qualities of this savory bread.
Directions:
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use an electric mixer to work the eggs in with the oil. Gradually add the flour, milk and grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
STEP 2
Mix in the yeast and the cubes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Bake for 45 minutes. Enjoy!
GRANDMA STYLE
Grandma style is reminiscent of pizzas cooked at home by Italians without a pizza oven. In the case of the Pizza di Pasqua it is for people that may not have a dutch oven.
STEPS
Grease an aluminum casserole pan well, insert the dough, cover with the lid and cook on a stove top with a flame spreader for about 45 minutes.
For the first 3 to 4 minutes cook over high heat, then put the stove on low and finish cooking slowly until golden brown.
Ingredients:
4 large eggs – ideally organic brown eggs
12oz 00 flour – or all purpose
5oz of seed oil – such as grapeseed
5 oz of whole milk
10 oz of Parmigiano Reggiano – Grated
5 oz of Parmigiano Reggiano – cut in small cubes
1oz of instant yeast for pizza
Hint:
00 flour is a finely ground Italian flour made from duram wheat.
Chef Michele suggests Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 24 months for the grated cheese and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged 14 months for the cubed cheese.
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Every month our curatorial team will review the recipes that have been submitted. If yours is selected we will send you a nice gift and will feature the recipe on our website (along with your photo and bio), and we’ll also post it on our Social Media platforms.
Italian Dumplings with Artichokes and Leeks
Directions:
STEP 1
Place the bread in a bowl. Lightly beat the egg with the milk. Add it to the bread and mix well. Allow to soak for at least 25 minutes.
STEP 2
While the bread is soaking prepare the broth. Boil the vegetables in 2 quarts of water for 30 minutes, add salt at the end to taste. Strain the broth and return back to the pot.
STEP 3
With clean hands, mix together the bread. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, thyme leaves and bacon. The mixture will be sticky.
STEP 4
Form the dough into balls with a diameter of approximately 1 ½ inches. Make sure the balls are compact. The mixture should yield approximately 14 balls in total.
STEP 5
Thinly slice the shallots, leek and artichokes, sauté for 4-6 minutes with a few ladles of the vegetable broth. You want the liquid to reduce by about 35%.
STEP 6
Bring remaining broth back to a boil and cook canederli in broth for 5 minutes.
STEP 7
To serve, add the artichoke mixture to the bottom of your bowl or plate. Place the canederli on top and pour some of the broth over top or leave without. Garnish with Italian parsley and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
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Italian Dumplings with
Artichokes and Leeks
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These delicious Italian dumplings (they are called canederli in Italy) are made from a mixture of stale bread, eggs and milk. Canederli are a traditional dish from the Trentino-Alto Adige area, the Alpine region in North East Italy that borders with Austria. In fact, canederli are also a signature dish on the Austrian side of the border, where they are called ‘knödel’.
Chef Michele Casadei Massari gave this traditional dish a twist by adding bacon and serving them over sautéed artichokes and leeks. And, of course, garnishing them with plenty of Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese.
Ingredients:
12 oz stale bread cut into 1/2” cubes
2 large eggs
5 oz of milk
4oz of smoked bacon finely chopped
1 sprig thyme, leaves removed
Pinch of salt
Pinch of pepper
2 shallots
1 leek
4 clean artichokes
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, shaved
Italian parsley, for garnish
For broth:
2 qt water
2 carrot
2 stalk of celery
1onion
Outer leaves of the artichokes
2 tablespoon of tomato paste
Sea salt, to taste
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged over 24 months to optimize flavor and texture.
To trim artichokes, snap off and discard the tough outer green leaves until you are left with a small bullet-shaped artichoke with pale yellow leaves that are green at the tips and tender.
Pairing:
Cynar 70 Negroni
According to legend, the Negroni was invented in 1919 at Caffe Casoni in Florence, when Count Camillo Negroni asked his friend, bartender Forsco Scarselli, to strengthen his favorite cocktail – the Americano – by replacing the soda water with gin.
The recipe below adds Cynar 70 (the 70-proof formula). Cynar (pronounced CHEE-nar) is a liqueur known for its stomach-soothing qualities. Specifically, Cynar is a digestivo, an almost-medicinal Italian after-dinner drink. It is made by steeping herbs (13 in this case) in a neutral spirit. But what makes the spirit really stand out is its primary ingredient: artichokes.
Mix 1¼ oz. gin, 1¼ oz. Campari and 1¼ oz. Cynar 70. Pour over ice and garnish with a twist of Orange.
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Italian Dumplings with
Artichokes and Leeks
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265
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These delicious Italian dumplings (they are called canederli in Italy) are made from a mixture of stale bread, eggs and milk. Canederli are a traditional dish from the Trentino-Alto Adige area, the Alpine region in North East Italy that borders with Austria. In fact, canederli are also a signature dish on the Austrian side of the border, where they are called ‘knödel’.
Chef Michele Casadei Massari gave this traditional dish a twist by adding bacon and serving them over sautéed artichokes and leeks. And, of course, garnishing them with plenty of Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese.
Directions:
STEP 1
Place the bread in a bowl. Lightly beat the egg with the milk. Add it to the bread and mix well. Allow to soak for at least 25 minutes.
STEP 2
While the bread is soaking prepare the broth. Boil the vegetables in 2 quarts of water for 30 minutes, add salt at the end to taste. Strain the broth and return back to the pot.
STEP 3
With clean hands, mix together the bread. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, thyme leaves and bacon. The mixture will be sticky.
STEP 4
Form the dough into balls with a diameter of approximately 1 ½ inches. Make sure the balls are compact. The mixture should yield approximately 14 balls in total.
STEP 5
Thinly slice the shallots, leek and artichokes, sauté for 4-6 minutes with a few ladles of the vegetable broth. You want the liquid to reduce by about 35%.
STEP 6
Bring remaining broth back to a boil and cook canederli in broth for 5 minutes.
STEP 7
To serve, add the artichoke mixture to the bottom of your bowl or plate. Place the canederli on top and pour some of the broth over top or leave without. Garnish with Italian parsley and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Ingredients:
12 oz stale bread cut into 1/2” cubes
2 large eggs
5 oz of milk
4oz of smoked bacon finely chopped
1 sprig thyme, leaves removed
Pinch of salt
Pinch of pepper
2 shallots
1 leek
4 clean artichokes
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, shaved
Italian parsley, for garnish
For broth:
2 qt water
2 carrot
2 stalk of celery
1onion
Outer leaves of the artichokes
2 tablespoon of tomato paste
Sea salt, to taste
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged over 24 months to optimize flavor and texture.
To trim artichokes, snap off and discard the tough outer green leaves until you are left with a small bullet-shaped artichoke with pale yellow leaves that are green at the tips and tender.
Pairing:
Cynar 70 Negroni
According to legend, the Negroni was invented in 1919 at Caffe Casoni in Florence, when Count Camillo Negroni asked his friend, bartender Forsco Scarselli, to strengthen his favorite cocktail – the Americano – by replacing the soda water with gin.
The recipe below adds Cynar 70 (the 70-proof formula). Cynar (pronounced CHEE-nar) is a liqueur known for its stomach-soothing qualities. Specifically, Cynar is a digestivo, an almost-medicinal Italian after-dinner drink. It is made by steeping herbs (13 in this case) in a neutral spirit. But what makes the spirit really stand out is its primary ingredient: artichokes.
Mix 1¼ oz. gin, 1¼ oz. Campari and 1¼ oz. Cynar 70. Pour over ice and garnish with a twist of Orange.
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Polpette di Baccalà e Parmigiano Reggiano
Directions:
“Polpette”
STEP 1
Soak the baccalà for 2-3 days in cold water to de-salt and rehydrate. Change the water at least once a day. Remove any skin and bones)
STEP 2
After baccalà has been soaked, cut into small cubes (about ½ inch)
STEP 3
Combine all the ingredients for the polpette in a large mixing bowl and mix well; test for salt and adjust accordingly
STEP 4
Shape the mixture into ping pong-sized balls; roll them in the breading mix and set aside
STEP 5
Deep fry the baccalà balls in 350˚F oil until golden brown, then let them dry on paper towels
Dipping Sauce
STEP 1
Combine and whisk all the ingredients for the sauce in a saucepan; bring to a boil and let it thicken
Enjoy!
Serve with the dipping sauce mix and enjoy.
Buon appetito!
About Chef Romano
Chef Marianna Romano was born and raised in Italy, and is now living in New York. She attended the Italian Chef Academy in Rome, and is a member of the Associazione Italiana Chef, in Rome and in New York.
Additionally, Chef Romano is the founder of the Authentic Italian Cuisine Initiative (AICI) which is dedicated to promoting authentic Italian cuisine in the United States and Canada. The AICI offers cooking classes, recipe development, and events featuring Italian food products.
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Polpette di Baccalà al Parmigiano Reggiano®
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“Baccalà” is essentially a cod fish that has been cured with salt – a method for preserving perishables that dates back to centuries ago, well before refrigeration. The result is a delicious fish with a pleasantly flaky texture and an irresistible intense flavor – which pairs perfectly with the rich flavor of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. In Italy, baccalà is often enjoyed during the weeks leading to Easter…however we think that these savory “Polpette di Baccalà” make for a delicious appetizer anytime.
By the way, “Polpette”, translates loosely to “balls”, so in English this dish might be called “Salted Cod Balls”.
The “Polpette di Baccalà” are light, fluffy and practically melt in your mouth, making it a great appetizer. The recipe was submitted by Chef Marianna Romano as an entry in our Big Game 2021 Parmigiano Reggiano Snack Contest. The recipe ended up taking top honors, and we’re delighted that Chef Romano allowed us to share it with you.
Grazie, Chef Romano!
Ingredients:
Polpette
1-1/4 lb baccalà (weight is after it has been soaked)
2 large eggs, beaten
3-1/2 cups Panko, soaked in milk
1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated
4 tablespoons EVOO
2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Ground black pepper to taste
Cayenne pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Mix of bread crumbs and panko (for breading the polpette)
Peanut oil (or vegetable oil) for deep frying
Dipping Sauce
6 fl. oz water
3 fl. oz apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons corn starch
Cayenne pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 24 months to optimize flavor and texture.
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Polpette di Baccalà al Parmigiano Reggiano®
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15m
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30m
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300
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4
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“Baccalà” is essentially a cod fish that has been cured with salt – a method for preserving perishables that dates back to centuries ago, well before refrigeration. The result is a delicious fish with a pleasantly flaky texture and an irresistible intense flavor – which pairs perfectly with the rich flavor of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. In Italy, baccalà is often enjoyed during the weeks leading to Easter…however we think that these savory “Polpette di Baccalà” make for a delicious appetizer anytime.
By the way, “Polpette”, translates loosely to “balls”, so in English this dish might be called “Salted Cod Balls”.
The “Polpette di Baccalà” are light, fluffy and practically melt in your mouth, making it a great appetizer. The recipe was submitted by Chef Marianna Romano as an entry in our Big Game 2021 Parmigiano Reggiano Snack Contest. The recipe ended up taking top honors, and we’re delighted that Chef Romano allowed us to share it with you.
Grazie, Chef Romano!
Directions:
“Polpette”
STEP 1
Soak the baccalà for 2-3 days in cold water to de-salt and rehydrate. Change the water at least once a day. Remove any skin and bones)
STEP 2
After baccalà has been soaked, cut into small cubes (about ½ inch)
STEP 3
Combine all the ingredients for the polpette in a large mixing bowl and mix well; test for salt and adjust accordingly
STEP 4
Shape the mixture into ping pong-sized balls; roll them in the breading mix and set aside
STEP 5
Deep fry the baccalà balls in 350˚F oil until golden brown, then let them dry on paper towels
Dipping Sauce
STEP 1
Combine and whisk all the ingredients for the sauce in a saucepan; bring to a boil and let it thicken
Enjoy!
Serve with the dipping sauce mix and enjoy.
Buon appetito!
About Chef Romano
Chef Marianna Romano was born and raised in Italy, and is now living in New York. She attended the Italian Chef Academy in Rome, and is a member of the Associazione Italiana Chef, in Rome and in New York.
Additionally, Chef Romano is the founder of the Authentic Italian Cuisine Initiative (AICI) which is dedicated to promoting authentic Italian cuisine in the United States and Canada. The AICI offers cooking classes, recipe development, and events featuring Italian food products.
Ingredients:
Polpette
1-1/4 lb baccalà (weight is after it has been soaked)
2 large eggs, beaten
3-1/2 cups Panko, soaked in milk
1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated
4 tablespoons EVOO
2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Ground black pepper to taste
Cayenne pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Mix of bread crumbs and panko (for breading the polpette)
Peanut oil (or vegetable oil) for deep frying
Dipping Sauce
6 fl. oz water
3 fl. oz apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons corn starch
Cayenne pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 24 months to optimize flavor and texture.
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Italian Caviar Risotto with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Directions:
STEP 1
Place a heavy aluminum pan on low heat. Add the shallots and cook alone for 45 seconds.
STEP 2
Add 1 cup of hot water, 1/2 cup of Chardonnay, a pinch of salt and a piece of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind. Let simmer for 4 minutes. This will make your Parmigiano Reggiano clear broth.
STEP 3
Add a second cup of hot water and 1 cup of rice. Whisk slowly for about 17 minutes, checking how fast the liquid is reducing. If reducing too fast, lower heat and add 1/2 cup of water to ensure risotto is “al dente” (not mushy) and the right consistency.
STEP 4
Remove from heat and take out the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind. Cover and let sit for 2 minutes.
STEP 5
Add the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, butter and the last 1/2 cup of Chardonnay. Stir vigorously to develop the desired creaminess. When plated, the proper consistency should be “all’onda” – the Italian way of describing a wave-like finish,while maintaining a creamy consistency.
STEP 6
To serve, generously cover the rice with freshly crushed pepper, shaved caviar or nori seaweed and the caviar of your choice. We suggest enjoying this Italian Caviar Risotto with a delicious Boulevardier. Salute!
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Italian Caviar Risotto with
Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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20m
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10m
COOK
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320
CALORIES
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4
SERVINGS
The first recipe identifiable as “risotto” dates from 1574, when – according to legend – a young glassblower’s apprentice in Milan added saffron to a rice dish for a wedding feast as a way to add color to the dish. The guests loved the combination – and that’s how risotto was born. Of course, not all historians think this story is based on facts, but most will agree that a warm bowl of risotto can be the perfect dish for a cold winter day.
Chef Michele Casadei Massari wanted to give the otherwise rather unassuming risotto a bit of “electricity”, so he took the dish to the next level by adding Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Chardonnay and Caviar, turning this comfort staple into a decadent treat that is rich in umami – and is destined to become one of your new favorite dishes.
Ingredients:
1oz shallots, dried
2 1/2 cups water
1 cup Chardonnay wine, room temperature
Salt (preferably Sale di Cervia)
1 cup Acquerello rice or carnaroli rice
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind
1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, microplaned
2 oz of unsalted European butter
Pepper ( preferably kampot pepper)
Shaved caviar or Nori Seaweed
10 grams Siberian caviar for each portion
(or any kind of black or red caviar of your preference.)
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged over 36 months to optimize flavor and texture.
Acquerello rice (Acquerello is Italian for watercolor), is an aged Italian carnaroli rice that will give your risotto its creaminess and an amazing al dente texture.
European butter is typically fermented and churned longer than American butter. Also, it has a richer taste, softer texture, and a brighter yellow color than its American counterpart.
Chef Michele recommends Calvisius caviar because of the company’s sustainable practices, and the clean taste and high quality of their premium caviar.
Pairing:
Boulevardier
Employing whiskey, sweet vermouth and Campari, the Boulevardier is a variation on the classic Negroni that is adored for its deft balance of bitter, boozy and sweet qualities…and it is a perfect complement to a nice bowl of Italian Caviar Risotto with Parmigiano Reggiano.
Mix 1 oz (1 part) Cinzano Rosso, 1 oz (1 part) Campari and 1 oz (1 part) Wild Turkey 101 with ice, serve with an orange slice….and get ready for a great treat.
MAIN
Italian Caviar Risotto with
Parmigiano Reggiano® cheese
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20m
PREP
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10m
COOK
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320
CALORIES
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4
SERVINGS
Rice was first introduced to Italy by the Arabs during the Middle Ages, and the first recipe identifiable as “risotto” dates from 1809, when – according to legend – a young glassblower’s apprentice in Milan added saffron to a rice dish for a wedding feast in order to delight the guests with a touch of color. Historians are not clear on the actual facts behind this legend, but most agree that a warm bowl of risotto can be the perfect dish for a cold winter day.
Chef Michele Casadei Massari wanted to give the nofrills risotto a touch of “electricity”, so he took the dish to the next level by adding Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Chardonnay and Caviar, turning this comfort staple into a truly decadent dish, rich in umami.
Directions:
STEP 1
Place a heavy aluminum pan on low heat. Add the shallots and cook alone for 45 seconds.
STEP 2
Add 1 cup of hot water, 1/2 cup of Chardonnay, a pinch of salt and a piece of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind. Let simmer for 4 minutes. This will make your Parmigiano Reggiano clear broth.
STEP 3
Add a second cup of hot water and 1 cup of rice. Whisk slowly for about 17 minutes, checking how fast the liquid is reducing. If reducing to fast lower heat and add 1/2 cup of water to ensure risotto is “al dente” (bot mushy) and the right consistency.
STEP 4
Remove from heat and take out the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind. Cover and let sit for 2 minutes.
STEP 5
Add the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, butter and the last 1/2 cup of Chardonnay. Stir vigorously to develop the desired creaminess. When plated, the proper consistency should be “all’onda” – the Italian way of describing a wave-like finish,while maintaining a creamy consistency.
STEP 6
To serve, generously cover the rice with freshly crushed pepper, shaved caviar or nori seaweed and the caviar of your choice. We suggest enjoying this Italian Caviar Risotto with a delicious Boulevardier. Salute!
Ingredients:
1oz shallots, dried
2 1/2 cups water
1 cup Chardonnay wine, room temperature
Salt (preferably Sale di Cervia)
1 cup Acquerello rice or carnaroli rice
Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind
1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, microplaned
2 oz of unsalted European butter
Pepper ( preferably kampot pepper)
Shaved caviar or Nori Seaweed
10 grams Siberian caviar for each portion
(or any kind of black or red caviar of your preference.)
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged over 36 months to optimize flavor and texture.
Acquerello rice (Acquerello is Italian for watercolor), is an aged Italian carnaroli rice that will give your risotto its creaminess and an amazing al dente texture.
European butter is typically fermented and churned longer than American butter. Also, it has a richer taste, softer texture, and a brighter yellow color than its American counterpart.
Chef Michele recommends Calvisius caviar because of the company’s sustainable practices, and the clean taste and high quality of their premium caviar.
Pairing:
Boulevardier
Employing whiskey, sweet vermouth and Campari, the Boulevardier is a variation on the classic Negroni that is adored for its deft balance of bitter, boozy and sweet qualities…and it is a perfect complement to a nice bowl of Italian Caviar Risotto with Parmigiano Reggiano.
Mix 1 oz (1 part) Cinzano Rosso, 1 oz (1 part) Campari and 1 oz (1 part) Wild Turkey 101 with ice, serve with an orange slice….and get ready for a great treat.
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Fettuccine Alfredo al Parmigiano Reggiano with Pink Peppercorn
Directions:
“Triple Burro”
STEP 1
Place the room temperature butter in a small mixing bowl. Add milk and whisk the mixture for 3 minutes, then store the “triple burro” in the refrigerator while cooking the rest of the dish.
Fettuccine
STEP 2
Bring 4 – 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot and add a pinch of salt. Add fettuccine to boiling water. Stir gently.
STEP 3
Return water to a boil. For authentic “al dente” pasta, boil uncovered – stirring occasionally for 12 minutes. Towards the end of the cooking time, take a couple of ladles of the pasta cooking water and set it aside. Remove the fettuccine from heat. Drain well.
STEP 4
Toast the pink peppecorn in a sauté pan over moderate heat, stirring until fragrant for 3-5 minutes, being careful not to burn the peppercorns. Also, be sure to take the “triple burro” out of the refrigerator apprx. 20 minutes before using it, so that it returns to room temperature.
STEP 5
Place the cooked fettucine in a large mixing bowl. Slowly, add the “triple burro” and a generous amount of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Whisk gently to emulsify the sauce until a creamy consistency is achieved.
STEP 6
To serve it, place the fettuccine in a ceramic bowl. Add a sprinkle of pink peppercorn, and a little more grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
STEP 7
Serve with love and get ready to enjoy one of Italy’s most beloved pasta dishes. Buon Appetito!
MAIN
Fettuccine Alfredo al Parmigiano Reggiano®
with Pink Peppercorn
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15m
PREP
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45m
COOK
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350
CALORIES
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4
SERVINGS
Fettuccine Alfredo is a popular Italian pasta dish tossed with butter and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. The dish was first created in 1907 by Alfredo di Lelio – who prepared it as a gesture of love for his wife after she gave birth to their first child.
Wanting to help her feel better, Alfredo modified an existing recipe by adding more cheese and butter, turning it into a rich and creamy “triple burro” fettuccine. And, to make the experience even more romantic, he mixed the pasta using a gold spoon and fork.
Later, he featured the dish at his restaurant “Alfredo alla Scrofa” in Rome, where lucky guests were served with the famous “gold cutlery” – a ceremony that helped popularize the dish, first in Italy, then to other countries. Ultimately, Di Lelio was given the title of Knight of the Order of the Italian Crown for his contribution to Italian cuisine.
This particular variation includes pink peppercorn, which adds a touch of spice and texture to the pasta, as well as a lovely spot of color.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted European style butter
2 tablespoons organic whole milk
1 lb fettuccine pasta
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 24 months to optimize flavor and texture.
MAIN
Fettuccine Alfredo al Parmigiano Reggiano®
with Pink Peppercorn
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15m
PREP
-
45m
COOK
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350
CALORIES
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4
SERVINGS
Fettuccine Alfredo is a popular Italian pasta dish tossed with butter and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. The dish was first created in 1907 by Alfredo di Lelio – who prepared it as a gesture of love for his wife after she gave birth to their first child.
Wanting to help her feel better, Alfredo modified an existing recipe by adding more cheese and butter, turning it into a rich and creamy “triple burro” fettuccine. And, to make the experience even more romantic, he mixed the pasta using a gold spoon and fork.
Later, he featured the dish at his restaurant “Alfredo alla Scrofa” in Rome, where lucky guests were served with the famous “gold cutlery” – a ceremony that helped popularize the dish, first in Italy, then to other countries. Ultimately, Di Lelio was given the title of Knight of the Order of the Italian Crown for his contribution to Italian cuisine.
This particular variation includes pink peppercorn, which adds a touch of spice and texture to the pasta, as well as a lovely spot of color.
Directions:
“Triple Burro”
STEP 1
Place the room temperature butter in a small mixing bowl. Add milk and whisk the mixture for 3 minutes, then store the “triple burro” in the refrigerator while cooking the rest of the dish.
Fettuccine
STEP 2
Bring 4 – 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot and add a pinch of salt. Add fettuccine to boiling water. Stir gently.
STEP 3
Return water to a boil. For authentic “al dente” pasta, boil uncovered – stirring occasionally for 12 minutes. Towards the end of the cooking time, take a couple of ladles of the pasta cooking water and set it aside. Remove the fettuccine from heat. Drain well.
STEP 4
Toast the pink peppecorn in a sauté pan over moderate heat, stirring until fragrant for 3-5 minutes, being careful not to burn the peppercorns. Also, be sure to take the “triple burro” out of the refrigerator apprx. 20 minutes before using it, so that it returns to room temperature.
STEP 5
Place the cooked fettucine in a large mixing bowl. Slowly, add the “triple burro” and a generous amount of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Whisk gently to emulsify the sauce until a creamy consistency is achieved.
STEP 6
To serve it, place the fettuccine in a ceramic bowl. Add a sprinkle of pink peppercorn, and a little more grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
STEP 7
Serve with love and get ready to enjoy one of Italy’s most beloved pasta dishes. Buon Appetito!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted European style butter
2 tablespoons organic whole milk
1 lb fettuccine pasta
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Hint:
Use Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 24 months to optimize flavor and texture.
Complete your meal
SUBMIT YOUR RECIPES
Become a superstar!
Every month our curatorial team will review the recipes that have been submitted. If yours is selected we will send you a nice gift and will feature the recipe on our website (along with your photo and bio), and we’ll also post it on our Social Media platforms.