If Neapolitan pizza is the chic Italian cousin who sips espresso in a linen shirt, New York pizza is the cool, street-smart sibling who wears sneakers and eats on the go. It’s big. It’s bold. And it’s perfect for eating while walking down the street and dodging tourists. What Makes New York Pizza… New York…
So, you want to make real Italian pizza crust — not that store-bought “just add water” stuff that tastes like a cracker having an identity crisis. Good. You’re aiming higher. Neapolitan pizza crust is the OG of pizza bases. Soft, chewy, airy, with just enough char to make you feel like you’re sitting in Naples…
Sure, marinara gets all the fame. It’s the Beyoncé of Italian sauces. But let’s be honest—sometimes you want cream. You want decadence. You want a sauce that hugs your pasta like it missed it. Whether you’re craving something garlicky, cheesy, herby, or just want an excuse to shovel carbs into your face (relatable), these creamy…
First, What Is “Authentic” Italian Sauce, Anyway? Glad you asked. Real Italian sauces are usually simple, fresh, and built on great ingredients. No sugar, no weird thickeners, no 12-hour boil sessions unless you’re making a ragu. For spicy sauce, Italians typically go for sugo all’arrabbiata (“angry sauce” — love that), which uses chili flakes to…
Alright, listen up. If your idea of Italian pasta sauce involves opening a jar labeled “Ragu” or dumping sugar into tomato paste… we need to talk. Making real-deal, authentic Italian pasta sauce isn’t rocket science, but it does take a little love, a lot of garlic, and zero shortcuts. You don’t need a Nonna (though…
There’s something deeply satisfying about Italian soups. They’re simple, hearty, loaded with flavor, and somehow feel like home — even if you’ve never set foot in Italy. Here are five classic, regional Italian soups that have stood the test of time. And yes, you can make all of them without needing a culinary degree or…