The Cesarine's Cookbook

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!

Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle

Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle with Sausage, Pumpkin, and Taleggio Fondue

From the Modenese Apennines, a recipe with chestnut flour as the star ingredient of a pasta with a unique and original flavor

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Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle

Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle with Sausage, Pumpkin, and Taleggio Fondue

From the Modenese Apennines, a recipe with chestnut flour as the star ingredient of a pasta with a unique and original flavor

Cesarini Barbara and Andrea

Let's meet Barbara and Andrea Cesarini from Zocca

Passionate about cooking since childhood, they share with us the flavors and secrets of the culinary traditions of the Modenese Apennines

Torta delle Rose

Torta delle Rose: history and secrets of a stunning dessert

Tall, fluffy and fragrant, a festive cake that stands out for its unique shape

Chocolate-Glazed Beef Knuckle by Cesarina Ita

Chocolate-Glazed Beef Knuckle

An unexpected duo that turns tradition into gourmet magic

Mattonella di ceci con pomodori, ricotta, foglie di basilico e acciughe

Let’s get ready for World Vegetarian Day with a plant-based dish: chickpea polenta!

A rustic and versatile dish, perfect for those looking for a healthy, plant-based protein alternative

Tazza di caffè

International Coffee Day 2025

History, curiosities, and everything you need to know about one of the world’s most beloved beverages

White wine cookies

White wine cookies

Simple, aromatic, and irresistible, wine cookies take us back to the essence of tradition

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, 29 September 2025

Sixth International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste

On this occasion, discover tasty recipes and smart tips to give new life to your food

Bruschetta with Broccoli or Cauliflower Leaves

Waste-Free Bruschetta with Broccoli or Cauliflower Leaves

Make a delicious and imaginative appetizer from broccoli and cauliflower leaves that would otherwise be thrown away

Trianata surbina, a typical dish from Apulia

The Trianata

Uncovering Surbo’s signature oven-baked dish from the heart of Puglia

Gnudi

Between tradition and the art of recovery: Gnudi

A typical dish of Tuscan tradition, gnudi tell the story of food reuse and a love for simple cooking

gricia piatto tonnarello

Tonnarelli alla gricia

The authentic taste of Roman tradition

Bread balls

Bread balls

From rural tradition to sustainable cooking: bread balls turn leftovers into a burst of flavour

Milk, Honey and Egg Pudding (Tiropatina)

At the origins of pudding: Tiropatina

Milk, honey, and eggs for an ancient dessert, brought back today by our Cesarina Francesca

Biscotti salentini

Salento Cookies: a taste of home and childhood memories

Light, crisp, and kissed with orange aroma, these cookies are made for sweet moments—shared or savored solo

Fregolotta by Cesarina Elisa

Fregolotta tart

The super-crunchy almond-based cake, “cousin” of the Mantovan Sbrisolona

Back to school: books on the teacher’s desk with crayons

Healthy and Tasty Snacks for Back to School

From fresh fruit to homemade bars: simple, kid-friendly snack ideas to keep children energized and happy at school

Cotoletta alla Milanese served with arugula and cherry tomatoes

The Cotoletta Milanese: Lombardy’s Golden Classic

Learn to make this iconic Milanese dish with Cesarina Sissi’s authentic recipe

Sicilian-Style Baked Eggplant Roll-Ups by Cesarina Antonella

Sicilian-Style Baked Eggplant Roll-Ups

Savor Summer: a fresh and light seasonal favorite

Fig Jam with Lemon and Rosemary in a Glass Jar

Fig Jam with Lemon and Rosemary

A refined recipe designed to elevate breakfast and create sophisticated gourmet pairings

Stuffed peaches with chocolate and amaretti, traditional Piedmontese recipe

Oven-Baked Stuffed Peaches

The peaches turn into delicate shells hiding a luscious chocolate and amaretti center

Sicilian Pistachio Granita in Cups

Sicilian Pistachio Granita: a refreshing summer dessert you’ll love

Bring a taste of Sicily to your kitchen with this refreshing dessert, a summer favorite across the island

Calascioni ciociari (traditional baked savory pastries)

Calascioni Ciociari

A traditional Lazio rustic treat that steals the spotlight at any table

Jars of homemade tomato sauce

Homemade Italian Tomato Sauce: capture the taste of summer in a jar

Just a few simple ingredients create a flavorful, authentic Italian pasta sauce that’s perfect for countless dishes

Capunti Pasta with Arugula and Sweet Cherry Tomatoes

Fresh Capunti Pasta with Arugula and Sweet Cherry Tomatoes

Simple and fast to prepare, and just as delicious served cold as a summer pasta salad

Blancmange

Biancomangiare (Blancmange)

The white dessert of Arab origin, fresh, quick, and with a summer scent

Pici

Pici pasta with aglione sauce

An authentic and genuine Tuscan dish where handmade pici pasta meets the delicate aroma of Valdichiana’s aglione

Salsa tonnata

Tuna Sauce: creamy summer freshness

Tasty and irresistible, let's find out how to make this staple of Italian cuisine

Gnocchi alla sorrentina

A dive into flavor with Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

A simple and irresistible recipe that tastes like Italian summer and tradition

Focaccia Barese

Bari-style focaccia for a Ferragosto full of flavor

With cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and soft dough, Bari-style focaccia tells the story of Puglia bite after bite

Torta Putana, a typical cake from Vicenza

A typical Vicentine cake with a… bold name!

Straight from the rural tradition, a zero-waste recipe made with stale bread

Spaghetti alla Nerano

Spaghetti alla Nerano: the scent of summer on the Amalfi Coast becomes a dish

A simple first course that combines the delicacy of zucchini with the bold character of Provolone del Monaco

Gelo di melone (Watermelon), Sicilian pudding

Sicilian Watermelon Pudding: A Taste of Italian Summer

An explosion of Mediterranean aromas—from jasmine to cinnamon—and a charming Sicilian language twist

Gattopardo rum jelly

Gattopardo rum jelly

A journey through aristocratic Sicily with a dessert that tells the story of the 19th century

Scacciata siciliana di Cesarina Giampatrizia

Crispy on the outside, irresistible on the inside: the Sicilian Scacciata

From peasant traditions, the recipe of what is now one of the symbols of Sicilian street food.

Fricandò Romagnolo, vegetables, basil

Fricandò romagnolo

From garden to table: a flavorful and simple vegetable mix, similar to ratatouille, with all the colors of summer

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