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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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Pink sauce pasta is one of those dishes that everybody loves. It's quick and simple, it doesn’t require many ingredients, and it has a mild flavor appreciated by children and adults alike. Here’s a simple recipe to make it in no time at all.

If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the hunt for that perfect food and wine combo. New England clam chowder is one of my favorite soups to cozy up with on chilly days, and finding the perfect wine pairing is half the fun.  The creamy, savory broth and tender …

The moment you take a spoonful of this cake, it crumbles softly in your mouth, releasing a subtle sweetness. The syrup, infused with the rich, warm essence of dark rum, soaks through each layer. Every bite is a harmonious blend of moist cake, creamy pastry filling, and the spirited kick …

Whether you need an elegant pasta dish for a dinner party or a quick meal that won’t overload the kitchen with dishes, this lemon caper pasta recipe is a perfect choice. I am always on the hunt for new recipes that are both easy to make and delicious. This one-pot …

Like every other Italian ever (I mean, really, find me one who can’t relate to this), I grew up eating cannolis. All kinds of cannolis. Cannolis for every holiday. When I was a kid, I’d dip cannoli shells in ricotta dip because, let’s be honest, no one wants to hand …

I must admit it, I had never heard of Italian Margarita until a couple of days ago. Then, I read that this drink was made famous by Olive Garden. We don't have it in Italy, so it's not a surprise that we don't know its staples. But now I was curious to know what this drink tasted like.

How to make Roman Pizza Dough at home

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