Recipes

Zimsterne Cookies - Kelly Leonardini - q.b. cucina

Zimsterne

By Kelly Leonardini

Popular throughout Germany, Austria, and Italy's Alto-Adige region, these spiced star-shaped cookies taste just like Christmas.

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Tortellini in brodo - q.b. cucina

Tortellini in Brodo

By Sarah Ubertaccio

A classic dish from Emilia-Romagna, tortellini in brodo are tiny pockets of pasta filled with a mixture pork and cheese and served in a warm...

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Amaretti Morbidi

Amaretti Morbidi

By Deborah Dal Fovo

Delicate, crumbly, and packed full of almond flavor, amaretti morbidi, or "soft amaretti," are Italian cookies that you'll no doubt want to add to your...

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Bicerin - q.b. cucina

Bicerin: The Iconic Drink of Turin, Italy

By Kelly Leonardini

Bicerin is a rich and decadent drink hailing from Turin, Italy. It is served hot in a clear glass so that the layers of hot...

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Pandolcini Genovese

Pandolcini Genovese

By Thea Duncan

Miniature versions of the sweet Italian Christmas cake called Pandolce Genovese, these cookies are dense, crumbly, and speckled with dried fruit in each bite.

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Taralli Wreath - q.b. cucina

How to Make a Taralli Wreath

By Sarah Ubertaccio

Learn how to make a festive, edible taralli wreath made from the popular Italian ring-shaped snack.

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Maccheroni al ferro - q.b. cucina

How to Make Maccheroni al Ferro

By Sarah Ubertaccio

Learn how to make maccheroni al ferro, a rustic tube shaped pasta typical of Calabria.

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Maccheroni al ferro with Artichoke Sauce - q.b. cucina recipe

Maccheroni al Ferro with Artichoke Sauce

By Sarah Ubertaccio

You'll want to keep a jar of marinated artichokes on hand at all times after making this creamy, tangy pasta dish.

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December Recipe Contest: Italian Cookies

December Recipe Contest: Italian Cookies

By Sarah Ubertaccio

Submit your best Italian cookie recipe by December 15th for the chance to win a cookbook.

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