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Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook

The Secrets of Italy’s Best Home Cooks

Vicky Bennison author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Hardie Grant Books (UK)

Published:17th Oct '19

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This cookbook offers a collection of authentic Italian pasta recipes, showcasing the wisdom and skills of grandmothers across Italy. Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook is a heartfelt tribute to culinary tradition.

In Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook, readers are invited into the kitchens of Italian grandmothers who have perfected the art of pasta making over generations. This delightful collection of recipes is inspired by the popular YouTube channel, showcasing the culinary traditions that have been lovingly passed down through families. Each recipe not only provides step-by-step instructions but also shares the unique stories of the grandmothers behind them, highlighting their passion for cooking and the importance of preserving these time-honored skills.

The book features a variety of pasta styles, ranging from the simple hand-rolled spaghetti known as pici to the intricate lumachelle della duchessa, which requires patience and skill. These recipes are designed to be accessible for home cooks of all levels, encouraging readers to embrace the joy of cooking with fresh, quality ingredients. As one grandmother wisely states, 'When you have good ingredients, you don’t have to worry about cooking. They do the work for you.'

More than just a collection of dishes, Pasta Grannies serves as a heartfelt tribute to the women who have dedicated their lives to the art of Italian cooking. It emphasizes that with the right techniques and a little love, anyone can create beautiful and authentic Italian meals at home. This cookbook is a celebration of tradition, family, and the simple pleasures of sharing food together.

It's no secret that nonna's cooking is best. And now the wisdom and recipes from Tuscany, Puglia and Sardinia's finest home cooks are all in one place... there is enough pasta inspiration here to last until you, too, can cook as well as an Italian grandmother. * The Observer Food Monthly *
...A collection of heart-warming, nonna-made pasta dishes passed down through the generations. In short: carb heaven. * ES Magazine *
You will be transported into the very heart of the Italian home to learn how to make great-tasting Italian food. * Goodhousekeeping.com *

This beautifully photographed book not only shows readers how to cook like the Italians do, but proves the versatility of this most classic Italian dish.

* Harpersbazaar.com *

Pasta Grannies isn't just about delicious food: it also contains extraordinary stories. Complete with a liberal sprinkling of food memories, the book is a beautiful celebration of older women, their experiences, and the lost art of pasta-making.

* Stylist.co.uk *

ISBN: 9781784882884

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1120g

256 pages