Quick and easy Italian summer none::Raw recipes

Caffè Shakerato

I had my first caffè shakerato on the beach at Rimini way back sometime in the mid-90s. The black richness of espresso served cold and frothy was a…

Insalata di Riso

Insalata di riso is a dish which is perfect for picnics. It transports well in a covered dish and is best served at room temperature. Plus, it’s a…

Caprese Salad

Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad

Heirloom tomato's are coming into season (as I'm writing this) - this is a wonderful dish for summertime picnics or a light weekend lunch. Also a…

Cold & Creamy High Protein Lowfat Italian Sandwich

Know What You Eat: There's nothing like a "cold" sandwich on a hot summer day for a quick lunch or mini meals…

No-Cook Pizza Sauce

Never buy jarred pizza sauce again! It’s so easy to make it homemade, you’ll save money and have a sauce that is exactly the way you like it. I’m…

Black Bean-Salsa Dip

Black Bean-Salsa Dip is an easy and quick recipe with no cooking. The perfect recipe for the diet conscious also. Beans, tomato, corn and onions…

Miss Polly's Fresh Ciliengini & Roma Tomato Caprese Salad

Miss Polly’ Fresh Ciliengini & Cherry Tomato Salad This salad evolved the moment I saw a product I had…

Orange Gelato Supreme

I don't really use recipes, but kept track of what I put in my Orange Gelato so I could share it with others

Panzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad)

Panzanella, a Tuscan bread salad, is a great way to use old bread and avoid cooking in hot weather at the same time. And it is so simple to make,…

Balsamic Strawberries with Mascarpone Cream

Watermelon and Arugula Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Quite a refreshing summer salad

"Beautiful Night" on the tile, with friarielli_crudi, cherry tomatoes, and pouff_di_neonata Ionica

It 'a recipe created for the Sicilian…

Vallée d’Aoste Jambon de Bosses PDO and melon in salad dressing

A fresh and easy idea to taste this unique raw ham, perfect in summer time and for a light lunch.