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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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Even though Subway’s famous slogan is “eat fresh,” NOTHING can be as fresh as the cold cuts in the fridge of a loudmouth Italian. Which is exactly why I recreated my own version of the B.M.T, and wrote all of the steps down for you to follow.

Oregano vs thyme. Have you ever wondered what’s the difference between the two—and the real difference between oregano and thyme when it comes to cooking? About an hour and a half drive from Palermo, there’s a farm where you’ll find a lot of the common herbs that you use every …

If there’s one vegetable I love using in the spring, it’s asparagus.  It’s quick, it’s reliable, and when you pair it with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, it turns into one of those simple recipes that feels a little elevated without any extra effort.  This is one of my favorite …

Do you ever go to the store and get the perfect sandwich bread, and wonder how they make it so good—and even how many pieces of bread in a loaf you actually get? Well, I am going to show you how to make that perfect store-bought style bread, or the …

Potato salad is a staple at summer gatherings, picnics, and BBQs. It’s a dish that I love to make for parties because it’s versatile, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re preparing a classic potato salad or experimenting with different flavors, the key to a great result comes down to …

If you’ve ever baked a loaf of sourdough bread and realized halfway through the week that you’re not going to finish it, you’ve probably wondered the same thing I did: can you freeze sourdough bread without ruining it? Short answer, yes. Long answer, yes, but there is a best way …

How to make Roman Pizza Dough at home

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