Cacio e pepe: the Roman cheese and pepper pasta
A three-ingredient Roman classic: pasta, pecorino and black pepper worked into a glossy, peppery sauce without any cream.
Italian
Italian pasta, risotto, pizza, soups and vegetable dishes, with pork-free and wine-free versions.
Mushroom risotto (risotto ai funghi): a wine-free Italian recipe
A creamy Northern Italian mushroom risotto made without wine, using broth and a little lemon juice for the acidity instead.
Spaghetti al pomodoro: a classic Italian tomato pasta
A simple Italian tomato and basil pasta that turns a handful of pantry staples into a bright, comforting weeknight plate.
Minestrone: a vegetable and bean soup from Italian home kitchens
A warming Italian vegetable and bean soup with a soffritto base, small pasta and a parmesan rind for depth. No fixed recipe, just good vegetables.