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Gabriele
Author Gabriele Corcos

Posted 10/30/2011

Mozzarella in Carrozza

My father taught to cook three things: meat on the fire, beer fritters and Mozzarella in Carrozza. You could say this is the Italian version of the grilled cheese, and it truly is a great recipe to put to work for a kids party or used as an adult appetizer. This past week debi and I were invited on ABC’s The Chew to promote our new season of Extra Virgin, which premiered two weeks ago. Continue Reading…

Gabriele
Author Gabriele Corcos

Posted 10/16/2010

Bruschetta Pizzaiola

Bruschetta by definition is just a toasted slice of bread with something on top. Pizzaiola is just an adjective that’s reminiscent of pizza. So, bruschetta pizzaiola is just a toasted slice of bread that is dressed like pizza. I personally hate oregano, so you’ll never see oregano either on my bruschetta or my pizzas, although you can add it if you like.

Gabriele
Author Gabriele Corcos

Posted 04/14/2010

Fava Bean Purée and Bruschetta

Fava beans are one of the most common ways that Spring gets celebrated in Tuscany…
A handful of fresh raw beans, a chunk of salty pecorino cheese and a glass of red wine is what we call “Cacio e Fave”; since I can remember I have been seeing everybody around me doing it… my grandfather, my father, their friends and all the farmers and hunters I ever met. The taste of raw beans is definitely something that has to “grow” on you, this is not a kid friendly recipe, due to the bitter back flavor. Continue Reading…