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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 can’t tell you how many times I have grilled chicken and ended up with burnt outsides and raw insides.  If this has ever happened to you — trust me — you’re not alone.  A lot of people (even pretty good home cooks) struggle with grilling chicken breast or chicken …

Let’s get one thing out of the way: I’m a dumpling person.  If there’s a bag of frozen dumplings in my freezer, I know I always have a quick and easy snack. They’re the perfect quick meal or snack, and once you know how to cook them properly, they’re better …

I’m a huge fan of turkey sandwiches.  I like them with lots of mayo, good bread and a cheese with lots of flavor. The day after Thanksgiving I’m the first one making a big sandwich with the leftover turkey and cranberry sauce.  That’s really the perfect way to use Thanksgiving …

I don’t know about you, but I’ve always had a soft spot for fortune cookies.  You know — that light, golden brown crunch at the end of a takeout meal, complete with a fortune that’s a little vague but still somehow hits a little too close to home.  But as …

You know those moments when you’re craving this rich chocolate gelato taste but can’t just book a ticket to Italy for the weekend? Well, I’ve felt the same, which is why I’ve brought this recipe with me from my last Italy trip! It may seem intimidating to create your own …

Did you bring home some leftover mozzarella sticks from Mortadella Head? Here's how to reheat them perfectly with an air fryer

How to make Roman Pizza Dough at home

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