Sometimes the easiest pasta sauces are just the best. In this case, the extra virgin olive oil is the star of this recipe as it is the main ingredient and therefore, it has to be of a very good brand. Although a fairly large quantity goes in the pot, it is not oily to the palate. This is by far one of my favourite ways … Continue reading Spaghetti “Aglio e Olio” My Way
Tortiglioni will always be one of my favourite types of pasta and they are perfect for pink sauce. It is creamy and the perfect alternative to the standard tomato sauce. Your kids will love it! Instead of pasta, you could try it also with gnocchi (potato dumplings). Tip: Instead of adding just parmesan, try the mix with pecorino or get salted ricotta which is firm … Continue reading Pink Sauce Tortiglioni
Spend a delicious day in Ariccia, the home of porchetta. Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome and dine al fresco in one of the many typical taverns (or fraschette) this place is renowned for. Continue reading A Day in Ariccia – Home of Porchetta
Yep, tortiglioni again. I cannot help it. I just love this type of pasta and they are perfect for this simple sauce with garlic with basil. Totally my favourite! Serves about 3/4 people Ingredients 500g tortiglioni 2 cans chopped tomatoes 2 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped 15g fresh basil (roughly chopped) or 1 teaspoon of dried basil Freshly grated parmesan cheese Extra virgin olive … Continue reading Tortiglioni with Tomato Sauce, Garlic and Basil
Even though it is a cold dish perfect for summer picnics, I cannot help it but eat it also in winter because its sooo good, this, if you love garlic! For this recipe, I used tortiglioni pasta which is a variant of rigatoni but of course, any ridged short pasta would do to capture better the sauce. Serves about 4 people Ingredients 500g tortiglioni 6 … Continue reading Fresh Raw Tomato Tortiglioni
Cooking with Lilia 