Recipes

Umbrian lentils—grown in the rolling hills of Umbria—are loved by chefs and home cooks alike for their rich, nutty flavor, supple texture and ability to hold their shape after cooking. Plus they are packed with nutrients, chock-full of fiber and lean protein—making them the ideal for...

Luscious, silky, rich and nutty, these easy-to-make chocolate truffles—the hardest part is waiting for them to cool!—are equally sweet as an indulgent end to a meal and as a gift for any occasion. Cook's note: Are a chocolate and hazlenut lover? Substitute hazelnut paste and chopped Italian...

These French-inspired confections are easy to make, eye-catching and delicious—not to mention they are perfect sharing (hello holiday gifts!). Recipe by Asha Loupy

This rustic dish—inspired by our resident recipe writer Asha's recent trip to Italy—pairs rich, nutty Pumpkin Torchio pasta (made with 30% pumpkin purée) with an earthy ragù of wild mushrooms flavored with woodsy herbs like sage and thyme. The ragù gets a triple dose of umami from...

At Masseria Mirogallo, a beautiful family-run farm in Lucania, this recipe is often made for a quick, filling lunch. Spaccatelle, derived from spaccare, means “to break, smash, or divide,” and is the key to this simple dish. Cut whole peeled tomatoes in half, discard the seeds, and scatter on...

This recipe from Sicilian fruit preserves company Marchesi di San Giuliano makes a wonderfully simple ending to a fall dinner or Thanksgiving feast. We've suggested using Sicilian Mandarin Marmalade, but any of their organic citrus marmalades would be delicious. Recipe courtesy of...