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!

Castagnaccio

From Chestnut Flour to Castagnaccio: A Journey Through Rural Tuscany

Once a humble peasant dish, today it’s a beloved staple on autumn tables and at seasonal festivals

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Articles

Pumpkin and pancetta tortelli topped with butter and sage

Stuffed Pasta with Fall Flavor: Pumpkin and Bacon Tortelli

An Italian classic that marries the creamy sweetness of pumpkin with the savory depth of bacon

Ligurian Picagge with Chestnut Flour

Ligurian Picagge with chestnut flour: the pasta of Autumn

Picagge, an ancient hand-rolled pasta from Liguria, now in its autumn version with chestnut flour

Pasta e fagioli (Pasta with Borlotti Beans)

Cozy up with a bowl of Pasta e Fagioli this fall

Join us in cooking this beloved Italian classic, just the way our Cesarina Emilia makes it

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

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

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

Pici

Pici pasta with aglione sauce

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

Gnocchi alla sorrentina

A dive into flavor with Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

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

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

Spaghetti in lemon-infused water

Spaghetti in lemon-infused water

Mediterranean elegance: a traditional Campanian dish that has won over the palate of the Japanese Empress

pasta alla norma

Pasta alla Norma: a Sicilian classic to try

Discover how to make it and why it's called "Norma"

Wild asparagus risotto with spring herbs

Wild asparagus risotto with spring herbs

A journey through spring flavors where freshness, aroma, and tradition meet in an elegant and flavorful dish

Pasta Alfredo

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, gnocchetti di Bobbio, Cesarina Mariacristina

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

Cassoni romagnoli (Romagnolo stuffed flatbread) with wild herbs

Cassoni romagnoli

With Cesarina Patrizia, let's discover how to prepare this delicious street food

Busiate with Sicilian broccoli

Busiate with Sicilian broccoli

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

Strawberry Risotto

Strawberry Risotto: the unexpected springtime first course

With its tantalizing sweet-and-sour flavor, this first course is sure to impress friends and family

Pappa al pomodoro by Cesarina Sara

Rustic Tuscan traditions: Pappa al Pomodoro

Only three ingredients for a healthy and tasty dish everyone will love

Basil crepes with ricotta

Basil crepes with ricotta

A fresh and quick dish to prepare that will win you over

Bolognese Lasagna

Bolognese Lasagna

Layers of goodness for a dish that symbolizes family celebrations

Easter Shell Pasta Casserole

Easter Shell Pasta Casserole

A treasure chest of lettuce leaves that encloses a flavorful surprise

Lake Carbonara by Cesarina Morena

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

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

plate of ravioli

Fish Ravioli

Traditional stuffed pasta from Lucca

Nettles canederli in broth

Canederli with nettles

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

Balanzoni su un tagliere

The recipe for Balanzoni

Less well-known than tortellini and lasagna, but equally delicious

Tiella with rice, potatoes, and mussels, photo of the dish, Cesarina Anna

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

Culurgiones by Cesarino Andrea

Like wheat-ears on the plate: Culurgiones

Traditional Sardinian ravioli with a soft potato-based filling

Artichoke Tortelli

Artichoke Tortelli

A delicious first course that highlights the delicate flavor of artichokes

Tortelli ni

National Tortellini Day

The undisputed king of Emilian cuisine

Lasagne di Carnevale

Lasagne di Carnevale (Carnival Lasagna)

A traditional Neapolitan dish, the star of the table on Mardi Gras and Fat Thursday

Smeraldini

Smeraldini

The (less famous) cousins of tortellini, but just as tasty

Ricotta and Lemon Ravioli by Cesarina Maria Rosaria

Grandma Rosa's Ravioli

Delicious ricotta ravioli with a tangy hint of lemon

Malfatti

Malfatti (Italian ricotta and spinach dumplings)

A simple dish but rich in authentic flavors

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