Jan DempseyJan 21, 20181 minItalian FrittataThis is our favorite frittata recipe, but you can adjust the ingredients to your preferences or what you happen to have in the fridge. ...
Jan DempseyJan 31, 20161 minFrittelle di RisoFrittelle di Riso are a typical Tuscan sweet made for Carnevale. Frittelle di Riso Ingredients: 1¼ cup Arborio or other short grain rice...
Jan DempseyJan 31, 20162 minCenci ToscaniCenci Toscani are traditional Tuscan cookies made for Carnevale. Cenci Toscani Ingredients: 1½ cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼...
Jan DempseyJan 30, 20162 minSchiacciata alla FiorentinaSchiacciata means ‘squashed’ or ‘flattened’ in Italian and usually refers to the savory, salty and olive oil drenched flat bread found in...
Jan DempseyJan 20, 20162 minTuscan Minestrone SoupEvery region of Tuscany has its own version of this soup, depending on what grows there in abundance. The type of greens may vary as well...
Jan DempseyJan 20, 20161 minTuscan Sausage & White Bean SoupA hearty soup perfect for cold winter nights! Tuscan Sausage & White Bean Soup Ingredients: 1 lb sweet or spicy Italian sausage ½ cup...
Jan DempseyJan 20, 20162 minItalian Wedding SoupThe name of this soup is actually a misnomer. It originated here in the States within the Italian-American community. The old folks...
Jan DempseyDec 19, 20151 minSan Francisco Style CioppinoWe often make Cioppino for Christmas Eve and we try to use 7 fishes in the stew. Not exactly following the Italian Feast of Seven Fishes...
Jan DempseyOct 20, 20151 minCrostini ToscaniCrostini Toscani features a rich chicken liver pate spread called "fegatini" on crunchy toasts. Crostini Toscani Serves 6 to 8 12 ounces...
Jan DempseyOct 20, 20151 minCrostini con FagioliCrostini con fagioli is a typical Tuscan appetizer featuring creamy white beans or cannellini beans, cooked slowly and then served on...
Jan DempseyOct 20, 20151 minArista con Patate ArrostoArista con Patate Arrosto is typical Tuscan roasted pork with potatoes. Arista con Patate Arrosto Serves 6 to 8 1 ½ lbs. Pork roast 5...
Jan DempseyAug 20, 20152 minBest Barbeque – Italian StyleI know it is the end of Summer, but here in San Francisco, as the fog disappears, we get our Indian Summer. So, we are still thinking...
Jan DempseyAug 19, 20151 minHappy Hour at the Grill – Italian StyleThese classic Italian cocktails are perfect for summertime grilling. Negroni Our Massimo loves his Negroni. His recipe is simple,...
Jan DempseyAug 19, 20151 minMassimo's Grilled PeppersFor me, nothing tastes like summer more than roasted bell peppers from the BBQ. MASSIMO’S GRILLED PEPPERS Ingredients: 6 red bell peppers...
Jan DempseyAug 16, 20152 minLa Bistecca alla FiorentinaOne of the most famous dishes in Florence is La Bistecca alla Fiorentina. It is a thickly cut Chianina beef steak which is grilled rare...
Jan DempseyAug 16, 20152 minPanzanella SaladWhen I am in Italy in the Summer, I love to eat Panzanella Salad. You might be surprised how it looks in Italy. There are no croutons!...
Jan DempseyAug 15, 20151 minMassimo's Grilled ZucchiniEven if you don't love zucchini, you should try this recipe! MASSIMO’S GRILLED ZUCCHINI Ingredients: 3 zucchini, unpeeled and sliced...
Jan DempseyAug 15, 20151 minMassimo's Grilled OnionsIf you can find Tropea onions, they are the best, but just about any onion will work. MASSIMO’S GRILLED ONIONS Ingredients: 2 large red...