Italian cooking is all about selecting simple, high-quality ingredients. This is the most important part of any Italian recipe - so be sure to use the freshest of ingredients that are seasonal and local where you live. Do this, and an Italian cook would be proud.




Italian cooking is all about selecting simple, high-quality ingredients. This is the most important part of any Italian recipe - so be sure to use the freshest of ingredients that are seasonal and local where you live. Do this, and an Italian cook would be proud.

Most people think of pasta when they think of Italian cooking. It's a good place to start, especially with some of the wonderful and fresh pasta varieties available. Other Italian foods, though, are also iconic and absolutely delicious. They include some of the simplest, most delicious foods around. The book will guide you through making some of these recipes with the freshest, local ingredients you can find.

The recipes will begin with the basics and will include some specialties that are exclusive to the Italian kitchen. These are often simple and made with ingredients that are local and seasonal. The book will help you make perfect pasta and include some favorite recipes for risotto, meatballs, and even cod or other fish. These types of recipes will show you how simple and delicious Italian cooking can be - every single time you cook it.