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Side Dishes

Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan and Béchamel Sauce

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Super creamy roasted cauliflower with parmesan and béchamel sauce. Perfect for all the family, especially for those who need extra flavors on their veggies.

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Side Dishes

The Best Roasted Potatoes (with a twist)

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My grandpa refuses to have roasted chicken without roasted potatoes. Not only that, he is also very picky about how he likes his potatoes and sometimes he wants to be surprised. Because, I’m quoting, “who wants to always eat the same potatoes, right?” Right! So, if you were me, what […]

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Pasta & More

How to Make Fresh Pasta

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This 2-ingredient homemade pasta recipe is easy to make and probably the most famous Italian dish, among them all. Traditionally fresh pasta is associated with the region Emilia Romagna, and sfogline are called the women who roll the fresh pasta strictly by hand, using just a rolling pin. Being a […]

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Main Courses

Beef Stew with Red Wine – Italian Stufato

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The Italian name for beef stew with red wine is “spezzatino” o “stufato”, which comes from the name “stufa”, the wood burning cook stove that many in the north of Italy still have in their house. The winter is actually pretty tough in the north, so the wood burning stove […]

Pasta & More

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 […]

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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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Main Courses, Starters & Aperitif

Vegetarian Meatballs With Ricotta & Parmesan

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My grandma is the master of any type of meatballs you can think of, but this recipe is mine. I started making this vegetarian meatballs many years ago. I remember I was preparing a buffet for my birthday party, back in Italy, and I came up making this recipe for […]

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Starters & Aperitif

Tomato Bruschetta

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My friends know that when I host a dinner they should expect Bruschetta! Depending on the season I decide if serving bruschetta hot or cold, but generally, if I’ll go with tomato bruschetta, i prefer it cold. The term bruschetta comes from the term “pane bruscato”, which means roasted bread. […]

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Starters & Aperitif

How to Make Homemade Croutons

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Homemade croutons are made in max 15mins. You can choose if pan fry them or bake them. Either way they will come out crispy and addictive!

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Soups

Cream of Mushroom Soup

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Delicate but yet deeply savory. This cream of mushroom soup screams winter with its nutmeg and mushroom mix of flavors!

About

Hey there, Pasta Lovers! I'm Giada, your trusty culinary blogger at My Italian Flavors. If you're here, it means you share my deep love for Italian food, but like me, you might be living abroad, longing for those scrumptious flavors from Italy. Fear not, because I've got your back! Whether you're eager to master the art of Italian cooking yourself or you're in the mood for me to whip up a delightful meal for you, I'm here to open the magical portal to Italy. If you happen to be in Tel Aviv, don't miss the chance to explore my exclusive private dinner experiences – an Italian food extravaganza awaits! 🍽️ So, whether you're a seasoned home chef or simply trying to navigate the chaos of a busy day with a hungry family, join me on this flavorful adventure. Together, we'll conquer Italian cuisine, one delectable dish at a time