Tag Archives: Sausage

Cotechino in Umido con Fagioli di Posina – Cotechino Sausage with Beans

by chefbikeski Posted on August 9, 2017

Exploring the local cuisine of the regions we visit on our walking tours and cycling tours in Italy is an important part of creating an authentic Italy experience. No tourist menus, no spaghetti and meat balls. Italians pride themselves on … Continue reading →

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Risotto con Zucca e Salsiccia – Risotto with Pumpkin and Sausage

by chefbikeski Posted on February 10, 2017

Exploring the countryside of Northern Italy during our walking and cycling tours we find ourselves on one of the only flat plains in this otherwise mountainous country. Here in the marshy areas of the Po River Valley, rice found a … Continue reading →

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Orecchiette con Salsiccia, Cavoli Rapa e Pignoli – and 4 Easy Tips for a Great Pasta Dish

by chefbikeski Posted on February 24, 2014

As a ski instructor, a busy winter vacation week doesn’t leave much time or energy for elaborate dinners. So this past week, dinners were quick and easy. Luckily, Italy serves up many deliciously simple pasta recipes which can be prepared … Continue reading →

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Salsiccia e Pancetta Fresca con Fagioli

by chefbikeski Posted on October 21, 2013

During my recent trip to Umbria for our Bike the Wine Roads of Umbria tour, and a few days in Tuscany afterward, I saw this dish on many a menu. It features two of Umbria’s favorite products, beans and sausage. … Continue reading →

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Radicchio Pesto

by chefbikeski Posted on July 10, 2013

Pesto is most commonly interpreted as a mixture of crushed basil, garlic, cheese, nuts and olive oil, but this simple technique can be applied to so many other ingredients. We see many varieties on our cycling tours in Italy – … Continue reading →

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