Welcome to The Cesarine's Cookbook, where authentic Italian recipes and tips await. Dive into generations-old family recipes, rediscovering the true flavors of Italian cuisine!

Apricot Compote and Cardamom Tart
Sun, smiles, and apricot tart—make summer special with the Cesarine’s recipe
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Pasta Alfredo
Discover the original recipe of Pasta Alfredo, the Italian dish born in Rome that became an icon of American cuisine

Pinoli di Bobbio: the gastronomic gem of the Trebbia Valley
A rare dish with a rich history, made with simple ingredients yet full of flavor

Busiate with Sicilian broccoli
A tribute to Sicilian tradition: handmade busiate with broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, and toasted breadcrumbs.

Strawberry Risotto: the unexpected springtime first course
With its tantalizing sweet-and-sour flavor, this first course is sure to impress friends and family

The Lake Carbonara to celebrate Carbonara Day 2025
A reinterpretation of the famous Roman dish that will win you over!

Pappardelle with ricotta, caramelized onions, and crispy guanciale
A stuffed version of the famous pasta shape, where contrasting flavors and textures come together in perfect harmony

Canederli with nettles
A delicious "zero waste" dish from Trentino that transforms stale bread into flavorful and tasty canederli

In the heart of Apulia: Tiella with potatoes, rice, and mussels
Also known as Tiella barese, a dish where each layer is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors

Like wheat-ears on the plate: Culurgiones
Traditional Sardinian ravioli with a soft potato-based filling

Lasagne di Carnevale (Carnival Lasagna)
A traditional Neapolitan dish, the star of the table on Mardi Gras and Fat Thursday

Pumpkin Pasta Recipe: Straccetti con la Zucca
A delightful meeting of pasta, pumpkin, zucchini, mint and pecorino romano

Ciasonjie da Fighes Recipe (Fig Ravioli)
How to make delicious stuffed pasta from the Trentino-Alto Adige region

From the North, a rich and flavorful comfort food: Polenta Uncia
A skillful combination of polenta, cheese, and butter for a recipe that warms up cold winter days

New Year with Flavor!
Let’s welcome 2025 with a gourmet recipe, lobster linguine, and explore some of the most iconic traditions of this magical night

Waiting for Christmas: the first course
Lasagna and the presepe: two pillars of Italian tradition that celebrate the cultural diversity of our country.

Pasta with potatoes and provola cheese
Recipe and a few curiosities about this delicious dish from Neapolitan tradition