Category: Side dishes

  • Herb-roasted pumpkin

    Herb-roasted pumpkin

    Pumpkin cubes roasted with rosemary, thyme, sage and a dusting of Parmigiano: the simplest, most colourful…

  • Oven-roasted cauliflower

    Oven-roasted cauliflower

    Cauliflower florets roasted with olive oil, garlic and paprika and a sprinkle of Parmigiano: the golden,…

  • Caprese salad

    Caprese salad

    Born on the island of Capri, caprese brings the colours of the Italian flag to the…

  • Mashed potatoes

    Mashed potatoes

    Mashed potatoes are the softest, most comforting side dish: potatoes, hot milk, butter and a pinch…

  • Sautéed mushrooms (trifolati)

    Sautéed mushrooms (trifolati)

    Funghi trifolati are a fragrant autumn side dish: fresh mushrooms sautéed with garlic, oil and parsley.

  • Sautéed courgettes (trifolate)

    Sautéed courgettes (trifolate)

    Zucchine trifolate are a quick, light side dish: thin courgette rounds sautéed with garlic, oil and…

  • Roman-style artichokes

    Roman-style artichokes

    Carciofi alla romana are a spring classic in Lazio: artichokes stuffed with mint, garlic and parsley,…

  • Sautéed spinach

    Sautéed spinach

    Sautéed spinach is the quickest, healthiest side dish: a few minutes with garlic, olive oil and…

  • Grilled vegetables

    Grilled vegetables

    Grilled vegetables are a light, colourful side dish dressed with oil, garlic, herbs and a dash…

  • Peperonata (stewed peppers)

    Peperonata (stewed peppers)

    Peperonata is a summer side dish loved all over Italy: red and yellow peppers slowly cooked…