Classic Italian Recipes: 75 Signature Dishes (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780600638902)

Anna Del Conte is the definitive authority on Italian food - both Delia and Nigella cite her as a great influence. This Italian cookbook features authentic, delicious dishes presented clearly, alongside beautiful photography. A fantastic addition to any culinary library, and part of the collectable Hamlyn Classic Recipes series.

Discover the joy of Italian cooking with Anna Del Conte's Classic Italian Recipes.
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The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.

Anna Del Conte is one of the greatest living experts on Italian food. Both Nigella Lawson and Delia Smith cite her as their favorite Italian food writer and her culinary expertise has been acknowledged with countless awards. In this cookbook, she shares over 75 of her finest recipes, honoring the simplicity and freshness of Italian food.

Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavors through effortless, yet refined techniques that define Italian cooking. These recipes are organized into five chapters:

Chapter 1: Antipasti
Bruschetta; Stuffed Mussels; Focaccia with Rosemary

Chapter 2: Primi
Risotto with Mussels; Trofie with Pesto; Spaghetti alla Puttanesca

Chapter 3: Secondi
Steamed Sea Bass with Salsa Verde; Rabbit in Sweet-and-sour Sauce; Cuttlefish stewed in Wine

Chapter 4: Contorni
Broccoli Sauteed in Oil and Garlic; Peas with Prosciutto; Stewed Artichokes and Broad Beans

Chapter 5: Dolci
Tiramisu; Peaches stuffed with Amaretti; Panna Cotta

With stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich traditional tapestry of Italian cuisine. From the secret to the best Bucatini with pancetta to timeless dishes such as Beef braised in Barola and Calamari stuffed with rice, parsley and garlic, this Italian cookbook will help you recreate a classic feast at home.

Author: Anna Del Conte
ISBN-10: 0600638901
ISBN-13: 9780600638902
Publisher: Hamlyn (UK)
Language: English
Published: 06/10/2025
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover