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How to Cook Like an Italian Grandpa
Watch how to make eggplant Parmigiana, meatballs, chicken cacciatore and more like an authentic Italian grandpa with skills from the old country.
Meatless Monday: Pasta alla Norma “Nuda”
Although it’s traditionally tossed with ricotta salata, Italian duo Gabriele Corcos and Debi Mazar skip the aged cheese and call their version Pasta alla Norma “Nuda.”
100+ Traditional Italian Recipes
Learn about the traditional Italian meal and choose from 100+ Italian recipes to create your own feast.
The Mind of a Pizza Master
On Cooking Channel's Pizza Masters, Sal Basille and Francis Garcia, owners of NYC's Artichoke Basille's Pizza, embark on a mouthwatering exploration of Italian food across the country. We sat with the two pizza aficionados to find out more about running a pizza empire and the best slices in the world.
Pantry: Italian Essentials
A well-stocked pantry makes whipping up delicious Italian meals a snap. Countless dishes can be made from ingredients on hand, but with a quick dash through the express line for perishables, the options are limitless.
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