Agrodolce Meatballs with Saba, Colatura, and Pine Nuts
People have enjoyed agrodolce meatballs for millennia, literally! The inspiration for this recipe comes from “De Re Coquinaria,” perhaps the oldest cookbook on Roman cuisine. …
Ruth Reichl pines for Italian Pine Nuts
In the constellation of food authorities and celebrities, Ruth Reichl has definitely earned the title of food hero. We’re so inspired by her philosophy: eating …
“What Pinoli are supposed to be”
These are actual Italian pine nuts, and they’re as rare as they are insanely flavorful. Their buttery, sweet nuttiness and fresh, pure piney aroma have …
Pesto alla Cetarese
Take a bite of pesto alla Cetarese and it will send you straight to the Amalfi Coast. The port town of Cetara is known for …
Eggplant Caponata
This Eggplant Caponata is unapologetically Gusti, a twist on the classic Sicilian version. We opted for Saba and Sirk grape vinegar to create its typical …
Why are Italian pine nuts different from all the rest?
Real Italian pine nuts really make a difference in your recipes. It takes only one wrong pine nut to spoil the flavor of the most …
Dario Cecchini’s Olive Oil Cake with Oranges and Pine Nuts
Cakes aren’t the first thing you think of when you hear the name Dario Cecchini, Italy’s most famous butcher. But we can assure you this …
Butternut Squash Caponata with Corbezzolo Honey
This butternut squash caponata is one of our go-to recipes during the fall and winter months. Just like the summertime eggplant version, this dish balances …
Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Rosso With Fusilli
If you’ve ever found yourself eating Maida’s sun dried tomatoes straight from the jar, this is the pesto for you. Bursting with rich umami flavor, …
Pasta with Bacon, Cheese, Lemon, and Pine nuts
This is our version of Julia Moskins’ delectable New York Times recipe. The only difference is we decided to add all the ingredients together at …