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Italian Recipes

The home of authentic Italian-American recipes from the Mortadella Head kitchen in Somerville, MA. Find pasta, sauces, mains, desserts, and everything in between.

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I don’t know about you, but when I go to an Italian restaurant with free bread at the beginning of the meal, I am extremely happy.  Of course, I am there for the entree. But there’s something about a basket of bread to kick off the meal that makes everything …

I’m a big believer that the best BBQ ribs don’t need to come from a fancy smoker or be made by a professional pitmaster.  In fact, some of the best ones can come from that cast iron Dutch oven sitting right on your stovetop or in your oven.  Yes, my …

Warm, tender, and perfect for the holiday season, this easy beef stew recipe with beef, carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, and more is perfect for a couple, for a crowd, and will melt into your mouth with every single bite. I’m not sure what it is, maybe it’s the fact that Christmas …

Do you need to plan a party? Do you want to serve great food, but don’t want to break the bank? Don’t worry.  I have you covered.

There’s just something about game day that makes food taste better.  Maybe it’s the energy in the air, maybe it’s seeing everyone dressed up in team colors, or maybe it’s the general ambiance of the day. Picture it: You’re standing in a parking lot next to a portable grill, surrounded …

If there’s one thing we love sharing on our blog, it’s Italian recipes—especially when they let us explore the rich history of Roman food. Some might even call us a little bit obsessed with ancient Rome, and we’re okay with that. Today, I’m delving into the world of ancient Roman …

How to make Roman Pizza Dough at home

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