Peperoncino

If you have been following me on Instagram, you know that I recently went to Molise for the first time. (My 18th region out of 20!) What I found there was natural beauty, warm, extremely generous people, excellent food and ingredients, great wine, and… pampanella! What is pampanella you ask? It’s something you need in your life – that’s what it is! Pampanella is a spicy, luscious, rich, and utterly craveable roast pork dish from a town called San Martino in Pensilis. I am ecstatic to tell you about this unheard-of dish and share a recipe for this scrumptiousness. Spice …

Are you a fan of pizzelles? Those typically sweet waffle cookies, traditionally flavored with anise or other flavors such as lemon? Did you know that they can be savory as well? Today I’m going to share with you a very simple and adaptable recipe for savory pizzelles. I will provide a base recipe with four different flavor variations. You can serve these with cured meats, olives, cheeses and any other salty nibble that captures your fancy. Spritz o’clock just got more interesting! Please read on to hear about these traditional cookies from Abruzzo, with a savory twist. I will also …