A Twintastico twist on the classic carbonara. Adding pistachio paste and crushed pistachios on top takes the carbonara to the next level! Ingredients Method In a large pan fry the pancetta until crisp. Take off the heat. In a bowl whisk the egg yolks, cheese and lots of pepper until combined. Add in the pistachio paste and mix to combine. Cook the gnocchi in boiling … Continue reading Pistachio Carbonara
The perfect pistachio pesto, quick and easy, this tasty pistachio pesto pasta will take you practically no time at all and is a great twist on the classic pesto. Ingredients Method Blitz all the ingredients in a blender for the pistachio pesto. Add the pasta to a pan of boiling salted water and cook until al dente. Add the pasta to the pan, add the … Continue reading Pistachio Rigatoni
Here is out Italian Twintastico Twist on the classic bread and butter pudding. Rich with cream and vanilla and now Nutella – Perfect for using up any excess Christmas Panettone. Ingredients Method Heat the oven to 180C/350F and grease a shallow baking dish with butter. Cut Panettone into thick slices, leaving the crusts on. Butter the slices and arrange one layer in the dish slightly … Continue reading Nutella Bread & Butter Pudding
This vibrantly green risotto is perfect for when cavolo nero is in season and adding the creamy burrata on top makes its a delicious dish for all. Ingredients Method Melt the butter with a drizzle of olive oil in a heavy based saucepan, over a medium heat. Add the chopped onion and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring frequently, for 7 minutes until starting … Continue reading Risotto al Cavolo Nero
We all know the classic Fettuccine Alfredo, well here we present to you our Fettuccine Alberti, it’s even better than the original! A quick, simple meal all the family will love! Ingredients Method Bring a large pot of salted to boil and add the pasta, cook until al dente. Melt the butter in a large sauté pan set over low heat. Once the butter has … Continue reading Fettuccine Alberti
The perfect snack, moist, sweet and melts in the mouth, the zucchini adds a level of moisture and subtle sweet flavour that will make this bread a must-make for your next afternoon snack. Ingredients Method Preheat oven to 180C/350F. Line an 9“-x-5” loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the long sides; In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking … Continue reading Pumpkin Zucchini Bread
Crisp almond flavored cookies made to celebrate All Saints Day. While North America celebrates October 31st, Halloween, or All Hallow’s Eve, In Italy, November 1st is a Roman Catholic holiday that Italians celebrate. It is called All Saints’ or All Souls Day, and this is a day for remembering your deceased family members. There are many different traditions followed on this special holiday, and each … Continue reading Ossa dei Morti – Bones of the dead
This easy homemade gnocchi recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover pumpkin after Halloween. Used instead of traditional potato, the mashed pumpkin gives the finished gnocchi a beautiful golden colour and sweet taste. Cooked with a simple sage butter sauce, this recipe is sure to warm you up on chilly autumnal evenings. Ingredients Method Steam the pumpkin in a colander set over a … Continue reading Pumpkin Gnocchi
Summer is over, so why not use those amazing left over zucchini and make our amazing Nerano dish. We all know the classic with spaghetti, but using these pillowy balls of potato make this dish extra special. Ingredients Method Put a large pot of salted water on to boil for the gnocchi. In a wide skillet over medium-high heat, add the zucchini and cook until tender … Continue reading Gnocchi alla Nerano
The most indulgent sauce you will ever taste! Creamy Gorgonzola, mixed with crunchy, nutty pistachio, wrapped around luscious locks of linguine! A match made in heaven! Ingredients Method Add the pasta to a pan of boiling salted water and cook until al dente. Add the cream to a large sauce pan on medium and cook for around 5 minutes. Add the gorgonzola and break up … Continue reading Linguine in a Creamy Gorgonzola and Pistachio Sauce
The Alberti Twins 