Flavors of Tuscany

Flavors of Tuscany is an authoritative and beautifully illustrated celebration of the culture of Tuscan food and cooking that incorporates a wonderful selection of authentic regional recipes. Starting with Antipasti (appetizers and nibbles), try Anchovies Marinated in Lemon, Olive Oil, and Chile or Fresh Broad Beans with Pecorino and Panzarotti. Minestre (soups) includes the classic Minestrone and Cacciucco (mixed fish stew). Pasta e Pane (pasta and bread) offers tempting recipes for risotto, gnocchi, and sauces. Secondi (entrées) covers fish, meat, poultry, and game dishes. Enjoy Tuna Steaks Baked with Rosemary; Meatballs with Pecorino and Mushrooms; or Pollo alla Diavola"”flattened chicken with chile and lemon. Contorni (vegetable sides) includes the delicate Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Flowers. To finish, Dolci e Postpasti (sweet things) treats you to Castagnaccio made from chestnut flour, pine nuts, and walnuts, or Cenci, ribbons of deep-fried pastry served at festive celebrations.