Mamma di Pino

Abbacchio is spring baby lamb. This is a typical recipe in the Lazio region of Italy. In Rome, where I was born, Abbacchio alla Romana is a very popular and delicious dish. Every restaurant in the city have abbacchio in their menus. I wanted to share...

I like this dish a lot. It is simple and easy to make. This is a good option for vegetarians as well. Serving: 4 people Ingredients 3 pounds Escarole 1  1/2 cup  Arborio Rice 2 cup San Marzano Tomatoes peeled 1 Carrot 2 leaves...

Ready for grilling yet? This is a very an easy way to cook lamb.  On the high heat grill, the meat loses all the fat. The marinate gives the meat a wonderful flavor. I like to serve it with lemon wedges with a healthy mix green salad on the...

In Italy, it is common to eat fritadas (omelet) for dinners since eggs are not usual as a breakfast item. This is a quick option for dinner. Serving: 4 people Ingredients: 1 bunch Asperagus 8 Eggs 2 tbsp Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese...

You can make this recipe with meat, pork or chicken. You can substitute for your favorite meat. This is perfect with a side of salad - romain lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, oil and vinegar. Serving: 4 people Ingredients: 4 Veal Cutlets (4-8 oz...

This is the perfect recipe for brunch. In Italy, this is common for breakfast meal. You can also have it for lunch. It makes an excellent sandwich. Serving: 4 people Ingredients 1 lb Sausage cut into pieces (1/2 inch wide) 8 Eggs 1 large Onion 2 Red...

Serving: 2 people Ingredients: 20 oz Italian Sausage (mild or hot) about 5 Sausages 1 large Onion 1 cup of water 1 cup Red Wine 4 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Preparation Add the cup of water to a frying pan. Once the water is...

This is an Italian Potato Pie without a crust. I learned this recipe from my mother-in-law. She was from the Molise Region in Baranello, Italy. This recipe is very easy to make. It is similar to making mashed potatoes. It is a perfect recipe for dinner...

This recipe is an easy way to cook lamb because it doesn't require too much work to prepare. All we need to do is to marinate the meat to remove the strong smell of the lamb. The potatoes are delicious in this dish because it absorves all the flavors from...

Bistecca in Italian means Steak. This plate is Steak with Eggs. The original Italian Bismark recipe doesn't require the peppers and the onions. I added the vegetables to it for extra flavor. This dish is very tasty! I hope you try it. Serving: 4...