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Spinach Gnocchi

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Did you ever heard the Italian expression “gnocchi on Thursday”? Yes, traditionally gnocchi are served on Thursday in Italy. Now you are probably thinking that that it sounds odd, or at least a bit funny. Why Thursday and not Tuesday, or Wednesday? Well, tradition has always its reasons, or at […]

close-up of hands holding cutlery that rolls up fettuccine seasoned with Bolognese sauce

Sauces

Bolognese Sauce Recipe – Authentic Italian Ragù

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Ragù alla bolognese, known as bolognese sauce, is a typical Italian sauce that comes from the beautiful city of Bologna. The base of this delicious sauce is grounded beef, tomatoes and a mix of vegetables. Very simple and yet very savory. Everyone has his own technique. Who adds more or […]

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Ciao, I’m Giada! The recipe developer, photographer, and very hungry Italian behind My Italian Flavors. I grew up in northern Italy and now live in Texas, where I recreate the Italian flavors I miss using ingredients you can actually find in American supermarkets. Here you’ll find traditional Italian recipes, easy family meals, plenty of pasta, seasonal ingredients, and the occasional cooking project that takes a little longer, but is absolutely worth it. Whether you already know your way around the kitchen or you’re simply trying to feed a hungry family on a busy Tuesday, I’m here to make Italian cooking feel approachable, practical, and very, very good. Let’s bring a little more Italy into your kitchen, one delicious dish at a time.