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Cioccolata Calda Recipe: Authentic Italian Hot Chocolate

Cioccolata Calda Recipe: Authentic Italian Hot ChocolateDecember 17, 2020Trips 2 ItalyThe quintessential winter treat, cioccolata calda (hot chocolate) is beloved by Italians for its rich flavor derived from the use of milk and melted chocolate. A delicious staple of Italy’s characteristic Christmas markets, cioccolata calda is also perfect for a quiet evening at home.Prep Time5

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Roasted Veal and Potatoes

Roasted Veal and PotatoesDecember 19, 2017Tommaso De PoiRoasted Veal and Potatoes is a common Christmas Day meal. Prep Time5 minCook Time10 minTotal Time15 minCuisineItalianCourseMain CourseCooking MethodRoastingKeywordscuisineitalian culturerecipe Ingredients2 lbs. veal tenderloin1 cup dry white wine1 sprig of rosemary1 garlic clove, cut in half2 sage leaves1 bay leaf3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 ladle of warm

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Spaghetti alle Vongole

Spaghetti alle VongoleDecember 19, 2017Tommaso De PoiSpaghetti Alle Vongole or Spaghetti with clams is a classic dish any time of year, but at Christmas, this dish often takes center stage. Prep Time20 minCook Time25 minTotal Time45 minCuisineItalianCourseMain CourseChristmasKeywordscuisineitalian culturerecipe Ingredients2 ¼ lbs. clams10.5 oz. spaghetti½ cup dry white wine2 cloves garlic2 tablespoons olive oilRed pepper

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Roasted baccalà with Tomatoes and Potatoes

Roasted baccalà with Tomatoes and PotatoesThis is a classic Italian Christmas Eve DishPrep Time20 minCook Time35 minTotal Time55 minCuisineItalianCourseMain CourseChristmas EveCooking MethodBakeKeywordscuisineitalian culturerecipe Ingredients 2.5 lbs. prepared salt cod/baccalà (see step 1)1 lb. potatoes, cut into thin slices14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes1 onion, diced¼ cup dry white wine1 garlic clove1 tablespoon chopped parsleyRed pepper flakes

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