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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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Today, I’m going to teach you something you may need to know someday—how long pizza dough can last in the fridge. The quick answer is usually 3–5 days, but it depends on a few key factors, which I’ll go over. I’ll also explain how to store pizza dough in fridge …

I’ve always loved putting together a good charcuterie board for get-togethers, whether it’s a casual night with friends or a special occasion. But let’s be real—learning how to pronounce charcuterie correctly can be tricky! Like many of you, I stumbled over this French word more than a few times, especially …

Have you ever been sitting at home late at night when all of a sudden you need a big, fat, juicy burger ASAP? This happened to me recentl, and it definitely wasn’t the first time. I’m a little embarrassed to admit that I get these surprise burger cravings more often …

If you're having a party or a cookout and chicken wings are involved, you're probably wondering how many pounds to buy. The quick answer is: it depends. Let's make some chicken wing math together!

There are certain soup recipes I make year after year, and this Italian lentil soup recipe with sausage and pasta is one of them. It’s the kind of hearty soup I crave on cold winter days, especially around New Year’s when lentils feel like both comfort food and good luck. …

If a recipe only calls for half an onion, what should you do with the other half? You don’t want to throw it away. But how long does a cut onion last in the fridge? Let’s find out. I use onions when I cook all the time. They’re a culinary …

How to make Roman Pizza Dough at home

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