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Apulian Cooking
Foglie mischiate (mixed leaves)
by Dario Ersetti A simple and delicious rustic recipe, which dates back to the age of the Emperor Frederick II.It is made with wild herbs April 2013
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Wild herbs, precious for health
by Novella Pranzo Excellent for enriching and enhancing so many recipes, they are a concentrate of mineral salts, vitamins and fiber April 2013
Baccalà with spunzali
by Dario Ersetti Introduced in southern Italy by the Spaniards in the 15th century, baccalà (dried salted cod) combined with delicious spunzali (spring onions), makes an excellent dish March 2013
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Onions, a concentration of beneficial properties
by Novella Pranzo Diuretic, depurative, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, onions have antitumor properties and reduce heart attack risk March 2013
Artichoke parmigiana
by Dario Ersetti Delicious winter variation of the classic eggplant parmigiana it enhances artichokes of which Puglia has a large and excellent production, particularly in the province of Brindisi.In the US the first Queen of the “Artichoke Festival” was Marilyn Monroe. And there is even a club for artichoke “aficionados” January 2013
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Artichokes …so tasty and precious for our health
by Novella Pranzo They have countless beneficial properties, they lower cholesterol level and are recommended for diabetics. But there are also some counter-indications January 2013
Purceddhruzzi and carteddhrate to sweeten your Christmas
by Dario Ersetti A must on Apulian tables throughout the Christmas holidays, they are delicious fried “sweets” covered with honey, originating from the Middle East.There are countless variations in the ingredients, almost a competition to see who succeeds in making the best ones December 2012
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In right amounts it is suitable for children, the elderly, the sick and people practicing sports. December 2012
Honey A prodigious food
by Novella Pranzo It has extraordinary nutritional, antibacterial, antibiotic and cosmetic properties.In right amounts it is suitable for children, the elderly, the sick and people practicing sports. December 2012
Apulian focaccia
by Dario Ersetti The Bari focaccia contains tomatoes, the one in Altamura onions and olives, the one made in Lecce is plain. Each town, and even every family, in Puglia, has its own variation November 2012
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Eulogy to carbohydrates
by Novella Pranzo The excellent Apulian focaccia, like all other carbohydrates, is not completely forbidden even for those who are following a slimming regime. In modest quantities, it is one of the staples of a healthy diet November 2012
Red mullet with tomatoes
by Dario Ersetti An exquisite dish when made with freshly-caught red mullet, preferably off the Gallipoli rocks.It can also be used as a sauce to dress a dish of Foggia-style troccoli October 2012
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Positive effects even on the I.Q. October 2012
Fish Protein of high biological quality
by Novella Pranzo The fatty acid Omega 3 and other nutritional substances make it an extraordinary food.Positive effects even on the I.Q. October 2012
Poor Man’s style zucchini
by Dario Ersetti Fried or “pickled” they are a great summer appetizer July 2012
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Zucchini An ideal summer food for the table
by Novella Pranzo Full of vitamins, digestible, diuretic, it fights cellulite, promotes relaxation and even sleep July 2012
Stuffed pepper rolls
by Dario Ersetti Very tasty, you can also enjoy them cold.This recipe is originally from the province of Foggia June 2012
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Peppers
Super-concentrated
by Novella Pranzo
They have more vitamin C than oranges, and contain many other vitamins and minerals.
They are more easily digested when peeled or eaten raw June 2012
Peppers
Super-concentrated
with vitamin C
by Novella Pranzo
They have more vitamin C than oranges, and contain many other vitamins and minerals. They are more easily digested when peeled or eaten raw June 2012
Pea soup
by Dario Ersetti A shockingly simple dish which you can make lighter with a few tips May 2012
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They are best eaten with cereals (bread, pasta and rice) May 2012
Fresh peas Lots of vitamins and the taste of Spring
by Novella Pranzo They have great nutritional value and are an excellent source of calcium, phosphorous, vitamins and fibre.They are best eaten with cereals (bread, pasta and rice) May 2012
Almond paste Easter lambs
by Dario Ersetti The origins of almond paste can be traced through the centuries as far back as the Etruscans and the Ancient Romans.During the Easter festivities it takes the shape of lambs, a tradition that derives from the Christian religion April 2012
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Almonds So good …and precious for health and beauty
by Novella Pranzo Minerals and vitamins in abundance, “good” fats and properties that can prevent many illnesses April 2012
St. Joseph’s zeppole
by Dario Ersetti An old recipe for one of the most delicious desserts in Southern Italy.There are many variations: without cream, with cream and cherries in syrup or with cream and chocolate cream sauce. They are all irresistible March 2012
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And if you sometimes go “overboard” when eating, it really is better to immediately diet the next day to get rid of the excess calories right away March 2012
Sweets How to stay in shape without feeling deprived
by Novella Pranzo A sweet every now and then does not hurt and it helps to improve mood. Sweets are definitely not forbidden if you have an active lifestyle and do sports.And if you sometimes go “overboard” when eating, it really is better to immediately diet the next day to get rid of the excess calories right away March 2012
Tubettini pasta with mussels
by Dario Ersetti An easy and delicious dish to make.It’s for those who love the smell of tomato and the sea February 2012
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For health reasons they are best eaten cooked February 2012
Mussels For a full serving of minerals
by Novella Pranzo They are low in calories but rich in many precious elements your body needs.For health reasons they are best eaten cooked February 2012
Ciceri e tria (pasta and chickpeas)
by Dario Ersetti It is a traditional Salento dish, but has Arabian/Sicilian origins.The finishing touch that adds special flavor comes from frying a small amount of pasta separately and mixing it with the rest just before serving January 2012
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Their myriad properties make them precious allies in maintaining good health.
And if you have trouble digesting them you can use kombu seaweed January 2012
Chickpeas Precious for good health and very tasty too
by Novella Pranzo Coupled with grain, as in “pasta and chickpeas,” they are a complete food source.Their myriad properties make them precious allies in maintaining good health.
And if you have trouble digesting them you can use kombu seaweed January 2012
Pittule
by Dario Ersetti Plain or full of vegetables, “alla pizzaiola” or flavored with fennel seeds, make them according to tradition, and just freshly fried, they are irresistible... December 2011
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Extra virgin olive oil elixir of health and beauty
by Novella Pranzo A staple ingredient in the Mediterranean diet, it has countless remarkable properties. It is also the best for frying December 2011
Leccese Quince
by Dario Ersetti A delicacy prepared in Autumn, when the quince are ripe November 2011
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The innumerable qualities of quince
by Novella Pranzo An astringent agent which also has a laxative quality, it acts as an anti-inflammatory and anti-cholesterol agent as well, and the seeds have anti-aging properties that can prevent wrinkling of the skin November 2011
Lecce’s eggplant parmigiana
by Dario Ersetti It was the dish for the Eve of St. Oronzo but made with an abundance of ingredients. It is extremely tasty and there are many different varieties September 2011
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Eggplant, depurative and very tasty
by Novella Pranzo It is a food source with many properties, including that of freeing the system from impurities, thus helping to combat cellulite and high cholesterol September 2011
Burnt grain
by Dario Ersetti From the original Foggiano paupers’ dish, to an exquisite recipe for refined palates.In the past, after the stubble had been burnt, the peasants could keep the scorched kernels left on the ground for themselves and they used to make flour from it. These days that flavor is achieved by toasting the grain July 2011
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Cooking does not dent its nutritional properties July 2011
The tomato king of good health and beauty
by Novella Pranzo It contains lycopene, a substance that has extraordinary antioxidant powers and which prevents many illnesses.Cooking does not dent its nutritional properties July 2011
Pasticciotto, a delight from Salento
by Dario Ersetti A typical treat from Lecce and its surrounding areas, made with a sweet crust and pastry cream.You can find exquisite ones in all the famous pastry shops, but making them at home is not very difficult.
They are best eaten fresh out of the oven June 2011
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Pasticciotto
by Novella Pranzo Irresistible, genuine, and a super nutrient. For sure it is not a dietetic food source, but it packs a lot of energy and puts you in a good mood June 2011
Purée of fresh fava beans with chicory from Galatina
by Dario Ersetti A delicious springtime variant on the classic “fava bean purée with chicory”, which is prepared with dried beans.It is easy to make and a sure success May 2011
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Fresh fava beans Chock full of energy and beauty
by Novella Pranzo They have the lowest caloric value of all legumes, and are a goldmine of antioxidants, fiber, and precious vitamins and minerals May 2011
Orecchiette with broccoli rabe
by Dario Ersetti A dish from long ago, it is cooked in many different ways… April 2011
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