A Treasury of Italian Cuisine: Recipes, Sayings and Proverbs in Italian and English (Hardcover)

~ Don Peppino Privitera (Author), Sharon Privitera (Illustrator)

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Among the 60 recipes in Italian and English are such staples as Cozzo alla Parmigiana (Baked Mussels), Minestrone, Slasa de Pomodoro (Basic Tomato Sauce), Ossobuco al Marsala (Veal Shanks in Marsala), and Cannoli Siciliani (Sicilian Cannoli), all adapted for the modern cook and the kitchen. Chapters include: Antipasti, Soups, Pasta and Sauces, Meat, Fish and Fowl, Side Dishes, Salads, and Fruits and Desserts. Line drawings, proverbs and bits of folk wisdom add to the volume's charm. This book is perfect for students of the Italian culinary tradition, culture and language.

About the Author

Joseph F Privitera

Product Details

• Hardcover: 142 pages
• Publisher: Hippocrene Books (April 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0781807409
• ISBN-13: 978-0781807401
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,165,701 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Treasury of Ialian Cujisine: Recipes, Sayings and Proverbs in Italian and English, January 26, 2010

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Excellent service, prompt delivery, excellent conditon
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Treasury of Italian Cuisine, December 1, 2009

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The book is an excellent collection of classic Italian dishes, clearly illustrated with a choice selection of Italian proverbs to season the recipes.