As a filling for lasagna or simply as a sauce for pasta, béchamel is a tasty and easy-to-prepare condiment

Pappardelle with porcini mushrooms and parmesan cream is a simple yet flavorful dish. The wide pasta pairs perfectly with sautéed porcini mushrooms, while the parmesan cream adds a velvety texture and intense taste

A creative cake that combines the softness of brioche with the elegance of a beautiful homemade cake. I filled it with jam, but you can get creative and make a version with raisins or cinnamon

Pita is a soft and light bread originating from the Mediterranean, perfect for filling with fresh ingredients. Ideal for creating delicious sandwiches with hummus, falafel, vegetables, and sauces

It is a basic preparation of Italian cuisine, made with flour and fresh eggs. It is versatile and perfect for making tagliatelle, lasagna, ravioli, and other traditional shapes. Its elastic texture and rich flavor make it ideal for dishes with hearty or delicate sauces

A typical dessert of French cuisine, like many good desserts, it originated from a mistake. It takes its name from the cook who made it. She simply forgot to put the base for the apple pie on the bottom, so she decided to put it on top instead

Chocolate pudding is a velvety dessert, very simple and never disappoints. Made with dark chocolate and milk, this dessert is served cold, with a whipped cream finish or, as I did, simply with a sprinkle of crumbled amaretti biscuits

There are myriad types of bread, and this is perhaps one of the most well-known. It cannot be denied that it is the best bread for a quick sandwich to eat on the go when you're away from home

A great classic of Italian cuisine, baking makes the recipe lighter than the original. It is a dish rich in Mediterranean flavors and loved by everyone for its goodness and simplicity

The simplest, but also one of my favorite versions of tortelloni. It's incredible how a few sage leaves and a knob of butter can give such an intense flavor

A focaccia that reminds me of the wonderful vacations in liguria when i was a child. I vividly remember the delightful aroma from the small bakery in chiavari where we used to buy it before heading to the beach. Very oily and not too thick, it's perfect for a quick snack

There are countless variations of pesto, and this is certainly one of the most flavorful thanks to the sweet and concentrated intensity of our sun-dried tomatoes