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Pizza Alla Marinara

Pizza Alla Marinara

Pizza alla marinara is enthusiastically enjoyed by young and old alike all across Italy. It’s a simple dish requiring just a few ingredients, making it easy to throw together for an afternoon aperitivo (we recommond serving it alongside a couple of Aperol Spritzs or glasses of Pinot Grigio!). Once you’re confident with the basic recipe, try adding various topping combinations. Our chef holds a special appreciation for the salty hit of flavor that anchovies add to her pizza. We have included cup and tablespoon measurements for the dough ingredients, although we recommend using a measuring scale as leavened goods require...

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Ravioli with Spinach, Ricotta, & Egg Yolks - Libellula

Ravioli with Spinach, Ricotta, & Egg Yolks

Eggs are synonymous with spring and Easter in Italy. They are a symbol of new life and of the delicacy of the first warm days of the year. Each Italian region has anywhere between one to fifty traditional Easter recipes centered around eggs. This year, our Italian chef wanted to bring you a modern take on the classic ravioli ricotta e spinaci by adding a silky egg yolk to the pasta’s center. You can prepare the ravioli filling in advance and then gently fold the pasta into shape, just before eating. Enjoy finding the golden “Easter egg” bursting out of each ravioli...

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