La lasagna ai carciofi è una variante gustosa e saporita della classica lasagna, ideale per celebrare la primavera e rendere speciale i pranzi della domenica o la Festa della mamma.
Pasta and ricotta alla pugliese is a traditional country dish, simple and creamy, perfect for those who love genuine flavors and authentic Italian cooking. This typical first course from Puglia is made with fresh ricotta and short pasta, preserving the true taste of tradition. Discover how to prepare this delicious classic with this easy and quick recipe!
A simple dish, born in the Pugliese farmhouses
Pasta and ricotta alla pugliese tells the story of traditional Puglian cuisine, made with few ingredients but full of authentic flavor. In the old masserie (farmhouses), fresh ricotta was immediately used to season the pasta, mixed with a little warm water and a pinch of salt—nothing more. A nourishing and simple meal that warmed both the heart and the soul. Our grandmothers used to prepare it with handmade cavatelli or orecchiette, shaped with skill and simplicity. Just a spoonful of fresh sheep's ricotta and a pinch of salt could transform a daily meal into a little masterpiece of taste.
A refined and flavorful dish that brings the Italian forest to your table
There are dishes that feel like a masterpiece of nature on their own – and risotto with Caesar’s mushrooms and porcini is definitely one of them. Delicate, fragrant, and unmistakable, these prized mushrooms transform a simple risotto into a truly special experience.
Caesar’s mushrooms (Amanita caesarea) – known as the food of the gods – offer a sweet and refined taste, while porcini, meaty and aromatic, bring depth and earthiness. To enhance their flavors, they must be cooked gently, with Caesar’s mushrooms added near the end to preserve their texture and taste.
A perfect dish for special occasions, or simply for those who want to enjoy the best flavors of the Italian woods.
🍽️ Preparation & Cooking Time:
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cooking time: 18–20 minutes
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Serves: 4
🧺 Ingredients:
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200 g fresh Caesar’s mushrooms (Amanita caesarea)
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200 g fresh porcini mushrooms
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320 g Carnaroli rice
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1 garlic clove
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1 shallot
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4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 knob of butter
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1.2 liters vegetable broth (kept hot)
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½ glass dry white wine
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Grated Parmigiano cheese to taste
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Chopped parsley to garnish
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
In another pot, sauté the chopped shallot in two tablespoons of olive oil. Add the Carnaroli rice and toast for 1–2 minutes. Deglaze with white wine. Slowly add the hot broth one ladle at a time, stirring until it’s absorbed before adding more.
Dal cielo della Puglia, un augurio di pace e luce. Buona Pasqua a tutti!
From the sky of Puglia, a wish of peace and light. Happy Easter to all!
La pizza di ricotta di San Marco in Lamis è uno dei dolci tradizionali più rappresentativi della cucina pugliese, preparata in particolare nel periodo pasquale e durante le grandi occasioni. Questa ricetta nasce nel cuore del Gargano e racconta una cultura gastronomica antica, fatta di semplicità, pochi ingredienti genuini e tanta abilità manuale. La sua forma chiusa, spesso a mezzaluna o ovale, custodisce un ripieno morbido e aromatico a base di ricotta, zucchero e uova, con profumo di agrumi o di liquore.
Dopo lunghe ricerche tra anziane cuoche sammarchesi e quaderni ingialliti, siamo riusciti a ricostruire questa ricetta come si faceva una volta. Una preparazione che in passato veniva spesso eseguita "a occhio", secondo la memoria e l’esperienza di chi la preparava. Ora finalmente vi proponiamo una versione fedele e testata e ben bilanciata, perfetta da rifare anche a casa.
Tulipani di pomodorini e mozzarella: l' aperitivo mediterraneo che profuma di primavera semplice e d'effetto.
C’è un modo per sorprendere gli ospiti senza complicarsi la vita: portare in tavola la semplicità che sa di sole, profumo di basilico e colori dell’orto. Questo aperitivo sfizioso è un piccolo bouquet da gustare: pomodorini freschi, mozzarelline e un tocco di basilico, disposti su stecchi come fossero tulipani appena raccolti.
L’idea nasce da quelle giornate leggere, in cui si ha voglia di qualcosa di bello da vedere e buono da mangiare, senza passare ore in cucina. Perfetto per una cena all’aperto, un brunch, un antipasto dell’ultimo minuto. Un fiore mediterraneo, tutto da mordere.
The onion frittata is a humble dish of peasant origin, made with few ingredients but rich and intense in flavor. 🥚🍽️ Popular throughout Italy, in Puglia, Italy it is considered a simple and genuine specialty, perfect for a quick lunch, a rustic appetizer, or a flavorful dinner. Thanks to its easy preparation and inexpensive ingredients, this recipe has been passed down from generation to generation.
Ideal to enjoy hot or cold, it can be served alone or accompanied by homemade bread. 🥖 It’s also perfect for a picnic or to enrich a buffet table. Discover how to make it step-by-step with this easy recipe!
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TRADITIONAL CANESTRELLO RECIPE FROM SAN MARCO IN LAMIS -PUGLIA - ITALY | SEDICIPUGLIA CLEMENTINA
Traditional Easter Sweet Bread from the Gargano, just baked: golden, fragrant, and full of meaning.
The canestrello is the typical Easter sweet from San Marco in Lamis, a small town in the heart of the Gargano (Puglia, Italy). It’s an ancient recipe, soft like brioche bread, deeply connected to Holy Week traditions. A beautiful, golden braid that smells like home and memories.
Orecchiette with turnip greens is one of the most authentic and iconic dishes of Puglian cuisine. An ancient recipe, born from the farming traditions of Southern Italy, where a few simple ingredients create an intense and genuine flavor experience.
Making this dish means bringing the true soul of Puglia to the table: the aroma of the countryside, the freshness of seasonal vegetables, and the care passed down through generations.
In this version, I add a special touch with crispy toasted breadcrumbs, giving each bite a rustic and irresistible crunch.
Discover with me this delightful traditional dish and savor the true flavors of homemade Puglian cooking.