Ribollita - The Tuscan Bread Soup That Might Not Be Soup

This version of ribollita, or Tuscan bread soup as it’s commonly referred to, is so thick, it’s debatable whether it’s even actually a soup anymore, but one thing no one can argue about is just how delicious, and deeply satisfying this rustic...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Ribollita please follow this link to become a member.)

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Handkerchief Lasagna – Nothing to Sneeze At

The first time I ever had handkerchief pasta, it was not featured in a lasagna. It was simply tossed in a pan of creamy pesto sauce, and after a few bites I was in love. There was just something very special about how this edible fabric was...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Handkerchief Lasagna please follow this link to become a member.)

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Roman-Style Chicken – Welcome to the Rotation

At my age, it’s hard for a new recipe, especially a new chicken recipe, to make it into the regular rotation, but that’s what’s happened with this simple, ultra flavorful Roman style braised chicken thighs. Thanks to a little bit of...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Roman-Style Chicken please follow this link to become a member.)

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Short Ribs Pizzaiola – Because Man Cannot Live on Pizza Alone

When I first heard about a dish called “pizza maker’s beef,” I assumed it was some kind of beef on a pizza, which sounded great, but I quickly learned that the sauce was the only part of the pizza we were going to be enjoying. Don’t get me wrong, I love a good sauce, but if we’re ranking our...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Short Ribs Pizzaiola please follow this link to become a member.)

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Giant Lazy Meatballs – Because Meatballs Are Not Always a Team Sport

My earliest memory of homemade meatballs isn’t the eating part, it’s the making, rolling, and frying part, which was always done by more than one person. If you grew up in an Italian-American home, you know there is no such thing as...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Giant Lazy Meatballs please follow this link to become a member.)

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Zucchini Roll Lasagna on Turkey Bolognese – No Pasta, No Problem

They say a lasagna without pasta is like a dance without music. Okay, I’m not sure if they say that, but I do, so I was more than a little apprehensive to try this version, but I really did love the results. This was one the best...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Zucchini Roll Lasagna please follow this link to become a member.)

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Grilled Balsamic Beef – Have Your Heard About that New Italian Barbecue Place?

I realize that Italian barbecue restaurants aren’t a thing, or at least not yet, but if they were, and I was a chef at a one, this easy, grilled balsamic beef would be one of my signature dishes. Aged balsamic vinegar has been a favorite “secret weapon” of chefs since forever, and it always makes whatever it’s added to more interesting and flavorful, and that’s...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Grilled Balsamic Beef please follow this link to become a member.)

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Chicken Saltimbocca – Jumping to Conclusions

As many of you might already know, “saltimbocca” means, ”jumps in the mouth,” and there really is no better way to describe what happens when you take a bite of this amazing Italian classic. Although, to do the “classic” version we’d have to use veal, which is not easy to...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Chicken Saltimbocca please follow this link to become a member.)

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Chicken Parm Burgers – The Whole World of Chicken Parm in Your Hand

If you’re one of these people who can’t decide between making burgers or chicken Parmesan, this amazing, easy, party-friendly mash-up of those two classics is just what you need. The tender, pan-fried “burger” is served on a...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Chicken Parm Burgers please follow this link to become a member.)

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Italian Braised Beef and Potatoes – Because “Half-Italian” Braised Beef and Potatoes Sounds Weird

As I’ve probably bragged about before, I’m half Italian on my mother’s side, and feel very fortunate to have grown up eating lots of rustic, Italian-inspired food, and this very comforting braised beef and potatoes is a great example. My mother’s version might not have...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Italian Braised Beef and Potatoes please follow this link to become a member.)

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Real Lasagna Soup – Not “Real” Real, But Still Really, Really Good

If you love lasagna, but don’t love the time and effort it takes to do all that layering, then this amazing lasagna soup is for you. Unlike many of the other lasagna soup recipes online, this is way more than just some pasta, meat, and cheese sitting in a...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Real Lasagna Soup please follow this link to become a member.)

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“Toy Box” Tomato Ricotta Cheese Torta – Too Much was Too Much

These simple, fast, and easy cheese tortas are one of my favorite things to make with ricotta, especially in the summer, since they make a perfect base for sweet, garden tomatoes, and other...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Tomato Ricotta Cheese Torta please follow this link to become a member.)

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Brioche Col Tuppo (Sicilian Brioche) – Ice Cream for Breakfast?

While French-style brioche is vastly more popular, if I have to choose between that and the Sicilian-style, I’ll go with the less fussy, citrus-scented, significantly more provocative looking brioche col tuppo every time. Plus, thanks to the...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Brioche Col Tuppo please follow this link to become a member.)

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Pasta alla Trapanese (Sicilian Tomato Pesto)

Whenever we visit Michele’s parents, my father-in-law Al always passes along a few local, Sacramento area magazines he’s saved for us, which contain recipes or food articles he thinks I may be interested in. In fact, sometimes...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Pasta alla Trapanese please follow this link to become a member.)

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Chicken Meatballs – Moral Dilemma Sold Separately

I’ve had a lot of turkey and chicken meatballs over the years, and virtually none of them were good. Keep in mind, I’m really not that picky, and easily impressed, but halfway through one of these usually dry, oddly textured balls, I’d always be wondering why...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Chicken Meatballs please follow this link to become a member.)

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Italian Flourless Chocolate Torte (Torta Caprese) – So Much Better Than a Box of Chocolates

If you’re looking for a deliciously decadent, yet very easy to make chocolate desert for your special someone on Valentine’s Day, this is flourless, Torta Caprese, might be just the thing. Sure, it requires some measuring and mixing to put it together, but compared to what was involved in you finding that someone special to...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Italian Flourless Chocolate Torte please follow this link to become a member.)

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Spaghetti all'Assassina (Assassin’s Spaghetti) – Was This the Original, “To Die For” Recipe?

There’s something a little bit suspicious about the origin story of this “to die for” pasta’s name. Sure, a customer jokingly asking the chef if they’re trying to “kill them” with this intensely flavored Spaghetti all'Assassina is sort of believable, but I’ve always felt like there was much more to...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Spaghetti all'Assassina please follow this link to become a member.)

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Three Cheese Ham Involtini – How to Make “Hamelloni”

There are lots of ways to reduce the amount of carbs in a recipe, but when it comes to stuffed pasta dishes, our options are limited. We could use thinly sliced vegetables like eggplant, or zucchini, but no matter how...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Three Cheese Ham Involtini please follow this link to become a member.)

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Tiramoussa Semifreddo – Hopefully Hand Made

As you’re probably starting to realize, I really love the flavor combinations in tiramisu, and I’ve featured them in multiple video recipes. While I love the classic version, I’m not the biggest fan of soggy ladyfinger cookies in a dessert, which is something I think I caught from Michele, but anyway, I love the combination of coffee and marsala wine in any...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Tiramoussa Semifreddo please follow this link to become a member.)

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Italian Olive Oil Cake – No Butter? No Problem!

If you’ve never had any luck making a decent cake from scratch, and have resigned yourself to being one of those “box cake people,” then this simple, easy Italian olive oil cake is for you. Unlike other methods requiring multiple steps, and precise techniques, this unusual-sounding cake is made by...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Italian Olive Oil Cake please follow this link to become a member.)

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