



Onions are called for in many, many Italian recipes and knowing how to cut them is a fundamental technique for any aspiring chef.

Béchamel is one of the most versatile and commonly used sauces in European kitchens. It is considered a fundamental preparation anyone who is learning to cook.

The vegetarian version of a classic Italian meat broth, this vegetable broth has a delicate flavor and is ideal or making light soups.

Rice is a very versatile grain that can be used to make everything from risotto to rice pilaf. Here is a quick guide to the main ways to cook rice.

Pasta is one of the most popular Italian foods, known and loved throughout the world. Pasta must be cooked al dente in order to be truly Italian.

A basic preparation, used less often than meat broth, but equally as important for a good cook.

Bread is probably the most common food in the world and is certainly a main stable in Italy. Here is a basic bread recipe, which can be used in your own kitchen to make fragrant loaves or use as a starting point for many other traditional Italian recipes.

Fish stuffing is perfect for making terrines or to stuff any type of fish.

Quick and simple to prepare, shortcrust pastry is perfect for making quiche, savory tarts and appetizers.

Soft and crumbly, sweet shortcrust pastry, pasta frolla in Italian, is the base of many cakes and cookie recipes.

