-
How to Make Basic Gnocchi and Gnocchi Sorrentina
In a pot of salted boiling water cook the potatoes for about 25 minutes. Remove from the water and let the potatoes cool slightly to let the steam escape from them. When cool enough (but not cold) to handle, pass them through a potato ricer and salt lightly. Knead together the potatoes, egg and egg… Continue reading
-
Groundhog Day Stew
I know I’ve written that I spent much time on my grandmother’s farm. She cooked many things, but I don’t think she ever or would ever cook groundhog. As for me, if I ever came across a groundhog, I would probably have wanted to name it and keep it for a pet! I have to confess… Continue reading
-
Something Out of the Ordinary
Most of my recipes will be of food items you are mostly familiar with and can be found in your local market. However, today I thought I’d start off with an introductory recipe and one that you might find very much out of the ordinary. First let’s start with the name of the main ingredient, “Stinco… Continue reading
-
Welcome to Ancora!
A blog for your favorite Italian recipes, stories, and all things Italy. Welcome Friends to ANCORA: Italian Cooking and More! It has been said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. And so it must follow that my journey into this new adventure must begin with a single word and… Continue reading
