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Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu
This blog describes the differences between real Italian food and its many aberrations. All the common misconceptions are dissected - from spelling...
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Summer Minestra
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― For a summer meal, soup is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. But it's in the summer that we have the best local vegetables and that the body needs fewer calories and more hydration. A soup can actually make for a great summer dish... (more)
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Two Kinds of Crostini: Cannellini and Radicchio
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Crostini (plural of: 'crostino', from bread crust) are rustic appetizers where toasted bread slices are used as a support for various toppings. In a way, a 'bruschetta' can be considered a kind of crostino, but it's generally not... (more)
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Tomatoes and Pomodori
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Everyone who has visited Italy agrees - Italian tomatoes are much more than a condiment for burgers or a colorful decoration! Italian tomatoes are indisputably full of flavor. Originally domesticated in Mexico and only brought to Europe by the... (more)
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Posted on Mar 25th, 2012
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Handmade Tagliolini with Mushrooms
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Most Italians would be perfectly happy to eat pasta every day, and some probably do. Everyday pasta is normally dried durum pasta, delicious when of good quality and properly cooked, and convenient as it can be stored for months in the cupboard.... (more)
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Made popular on Mar 28th, 2012
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Tiramisu, the Uplifting Dessert
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Tiramisu (or Tiramisù, as spelled in Italy) is arguably the world's most popular Italian dessert after gelato. Featured by many Italian restaurants in North America, Tiramisu is for the Italians more of a homemade party cake, and an... (more)
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Posted on Mar 1st, 2012
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Italian Myths
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― This article is about "Italian" products that don't actually exist in Italy - true myths like Spaghetti with meatballs (an Italian-American creation), Caesar salad and Italian soda (successful inventions of Italian immigrants),... (more)
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Posted on Feb 12th, 2012
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Egg Pasta with Green Beans and Mushrooms
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Here is another vegetarian recipe with amazing depth of flavors. The earthiness of the mushroom, perfectly marries with the green beans, which also add texture to the dish. But the secret star of the show is the wine - its complex aroma is essential... (more)
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Made popular on Feb 3rd, 2012
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Canederli, the Italian Knödel
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Canederli are bread dumplings only found in the north-east of Italy (Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli and part of Veneto), where they are served as a first course or as a main entree. Variations of canederli are common in all south-eastern Europe, where... (more)
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Made popular on Feb 1st, 2012
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Pasta Calendar Quiz - The Results!
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Thanks to all who played the Pasta Calendar Quiz. If you're like me and like numbers, you may enjoy this quick update. Spoiler warning! This post will give the correct answers. Surprisingly only 43% of the people who played answered correctly to... (more)
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Posted on Jan 15th, 2012
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Amaretti and Amaretto
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Amaretti cookies and Amaretto liqueur are both well known in Italy, and have been gaining popularity worldwide. The word 'amaretto' comes from the Italian 'amaro' (bitter) in reference to the sharp flavor of bitter almonds. Despite... (more)
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Made popular on Jan 27th, 2012
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Polenta Taragna
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― In previous posts, we talked about Cucina Povera, the cuisine of the poor, now becoming "fashionable" in high-end restaurants. This is the case also for polenta - one of the simplest dishes ever conceived. Now traditionally made with... (more)
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Posted on Jan 4th, 2012
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Caldarroste (Roasted Chestnuts)
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Nicknamed 'caldarroste' in Italian, roasted chestnuts are a great segue in the series of seasonal classics. Traditionally, caldarroste are fire-roasted in a holed pan, but they can also be made at home - in the oven or, as described in this... (more)
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Posted on Dec 23rd, 2011
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Pasta Calendar 2012
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Pasta shapes are aesthetically pleasing. They are warm, they're playful, even comforting. And they have interesting names, if you think about it. In the Pasta Names Explained article, I went through the most common pasta cuts and gave an explanation... (more)
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Posted on Dec 18th, 2011
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Vin Brulé (Mulled Wine)
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― Most European countries have their variation of the British mulled wine, a drink made with red wine and spices, served hot during winter. Northern Italy's version, popular around Christmas and especially in Christmas markets, is called Vin Brulé... (more)
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Posted on Dec 12th, 2011
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Pomegranate with Grappa
Quatro Fromaggio and Other Disgraces on the Menu ― If you've only tasted grappa a few times and you found it a bit too dry, you will enjoy this spectacular after-dinner treat of pomegranate seeds soaked in pure grappa. The sweetness and the tartness of the pomegranate perfectly balance the... (more)
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Made popular on Nov 20th, 2011
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