These Gluten Free Mozzarella Sticks with a Tomato & Herb Dip are the perfect side to your favourite Italian dish. Mozzarella Sticks by Dr.Oetker Serves: 4 Preparation time: 15 mins Cooking time: 5-10 mins Ingredients: 400g /1lb Mozzarella cheese (or alternatively Fontina, Taleggio or Cheddar) 2 eggs – whisked 1 tsp smoked […]
These deliciously creamy potato skins are the perfect lunchtime dish. The saltiness of the Gorgonzola cuts through the hint of sourness of the crème fraîche for an unbeatable combination. Gorgonzola, Mushroom and Crème Fraiche Potato Skins by Dr. Oetker Serves: 4 Preparation time: 20 mins Cooking time: 1 hour 30 mins […]
Fifty-three years ago, the first jar of what we now call Nutella was sold from a bakery in Alba, Piedmont Soon after, the chocolate-hazelnut spread conquered the entire world. However you might not be aware of these facts about the world-famous spread it might surprise even its most dedicated fans. Here are some of the most […]
Enjoy a delicious home-made taste of la dolce vita that will prove tempting to absolutely everyone Gelato Shortbread Gateau – Recipe by Lakeland Makes 1 Cake For the Cake 1 tbsp vegetable oil 50g Lakeland Popcorn Kernels 50g desiccated coconut 50g hazelnuts 350g unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus extra for greasing 165g caster sugar 300g […]
Cannoli are classic Italian pastries, originally from Sicily. They make beautiful little treats to wow your friends! Ingredients Pastry 250g plain flour 1tsp cocoa powder 1tsp freshly ground coffee 30g softened butter 25g sugar 100ml white wine 1 egg, beaten Filling 600g ricotta cheese 150g icing sugar 25g chocolate chips 50g candied fruits, finely chopped olive […]
Not just for Easter, the humble egg provides nourishment and inspiration in equal measure – but this is not a chocolate-free zone Eggs-travaganza! The Antico Castello Milk Chocolate Easter Egg is made of delicious thick milk chocolate and inside each egg is a small toy or gift! Visit Something Italian and if you buy one get the second […]
This is a wonderfully quick and aromatic way to introduce strawberries into a savoury snack. The Parmesan works really well with the strawberries and balsamic with the savoury sourdough being the perfect base. Strawberry, Parma Ham & Parmesan Crostini Serves 4 – Prep time 5 mins – Cook time 5 mins Ingredients 200g of quartered strawberries 8 slices of sourdough […]
Home-made tagliatelle is great to have on standby for a speedy supper Basil Tagliatelle – Recipe by Lakeland Serves 4 Ingredients 50g basil leaves Salt and freshly ground pepper 250g ‘00’ flour, plus extra to dust ¾ tsp salt 20ml basil oil, plus extra for drizzling 1 egg 3 egg yolks Method First, make a […]
ASK Italian is introducing the world’s first menu you order using only Italian hand gestures. According to research, Italians use up to 250 hand gestures a day, and ASK Italian wants to celebrate this element of Italian communication by encouraging customers to use its limited edition ‘Eat like an Italian’ menu! To order one of […]
Ever thought of topping your pizza with asparagus? Now there’s an idea… This pizza bianco is quick to prepare and takes just 10 minutes in the oven – it’s the ideal mid-week supper Serves: 2 – Preparation time: 5 minutes – Cooking time: 10 minutes Ingredients 100ml crème fraiche 20g parmesan, grated 2 flatbreads 2 tbsp flaked […]