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How to Make the Perfect Béchamel Sauce
Known today for being one of the most iconic ingredients in the classic lasagne, béchamel sauce has a slightly murky history. Follow ou...
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Spaghetti alla Puttanesca Recipe
Despite its dubious origins, spaghetti alla puttanesca has become a staple in Italian cuisine and we love how easy it is to throw toget...
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Our Ultimate Guide to Ragù
Sumptuous ragùs are a regular fixture on our changing weekly here at Pasta Evangelists. From the history of ragù, to definitions and re...
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Spotlight on Scamorza: Recipes, Origins & More
Recognisable by its pale yellow texture and charming knob-like bobble on top, scamorza is a semi-soft cheese made from cow's milk. Disc...
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What Does Al Dente Mean?
Al dente is a term that is used all the time when we’re talking about pasta and it describes the ideal consistency of pasta when it’s b...
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Farfalle al Salmone: Smoked Salmon Pasta
Other than as part of an antipasti spread, by far the most popular way to eat smoked salmon in Italy is with pasta. As smoked salmon pa...
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Setting the Christmas Table with Sophie Allport
There's no denying the fact that Christmas lunch is the highlight of the day, and […]
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Spaghetti all’Assassina: The Pasta Recipe That Blew Stanley Tucci's Mind
A specialty of the southern Italian region of Puglia, specifically the city of Bari, spaghetti all’assassina is a pasta dish that’s coo...
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Pollo alla Cacciatora: Hunter's Chicken Pasta
From north to south, all 20 Italian regions have their own version of chicken alla cacciatora, each one as equally authentic as the las...
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Where to Eat Pasta in Leeds
Looking for an authentic taste of Italy in Leeds? From artisan pastificios to master pizzaiolos, we've compiled a list of the city's be...
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Spaghetti allo Scoglio: Italian Seafood Pasta Recipe
Featuring medley of different seafood, paired with ripe cherry tomatoes, a splash of white wine and plenty of garlic and chilli makes f...
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Cicchetti: Everything You Need to Know
A uniquely Venetian way of eating, cicchetti are snacks or small plates, traditionally served in bars throughout Venice. Sometimes call...
