Category: Italian

Lemon & Pistachio Pesto Pasta

This variation on Pesto Genovese gets a jolt of acidity from the addition of lemon juice and zest, and uses a 50/50 blend of pistachio nuts and pine nuts (both are tree nuts), lending a unique color and luscious flavor to the dish. It also comes together quickly, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

Best of all, it can be made in advance – up to a week ahead of time; simply drizzle some additional olive oil on top and store in an airtight container in the fridge.

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The Notorious B.I.D. (Big Italian Dinner)

Here it is: Your complete guide to making a Big Italian Dinner that will warm your heart and soul this winter.

Crank up the Pavarotti (or Sinatra, or whatever makes you feel Italian), open a nice Chianti, and get ready to feast like a wise-guy.

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How To Build The Perfect Charcuterie Board

It may be counterintuitive, but the secret to building a great charcutier board lies in choosing ingredients that to some degree actually oppose – rather than compliment – each other. This keeps the experience interesting enough that people will want to keep munching.

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Panko Parmesan Crusted Chicken Piccata

This twist on an Italian classic uses Japanese panko bread crumbs to create a delicate yet irresistibly crisp breading on the outside of lightly fried chicken cutlets which are then served with a savory and tangy pan sauce over angel hair pasta.

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