Master the art of pretty-and delicious-pasta! Tired of eating the same old pasta from a box? Danny Freeman, the pasta maker of TikTok, has the solution for you. Danny Loves Pasta will teach you how to make colorful and creative fresh pasta, unlike anything you can find at the store. Potted succulent ravioli, rose tortellini, pumpkin-shaped gnocchi, pasta pinwheels-all these and more are possible for even the most novice of pasta makers. With no special equipment needed, you will learn how to take simple ingredients like flour, eggs, beets, and spinach, and turn them into vibrant works of delicious pasta art in every color of the rainbow. This book will feature: - 5 dough recipes (vegan and gluten-free options included) - 13 ways to add color - 7 foundations for pattern making - 6 traditional pasta shapes - 9 new pasta shapes - 14 fillings and sauces You'll then learn how to use vegetables, herbs, and spices to naturally add color to your dough so you can make everything from rainbow ravioli to striped spaghetti. Using simple techniques, you'll be able to create eye-catching pasta designs like tie-dye, polka dots, and plaid, and pair them with traditional Italian pasta shapes like farfalle, tortellini, and linguini. You'll then take pasta to new heights by creating shapes and designs you've never seen before: pasta plants, flowers, animals, and more. These edible sculptures are as tasty as they are beautiful (not to mention, great for entertaining and family dinners), yet they're surprisingly simple to create by combining traditional pasta-making techniques with lessons learned from origami, jewelry-making, cake decorating, and other crafts. And don't forget the sauce! You'll then learn how to pair your creations with the perfect sauce, with modern spins on classic Italian recipes that can become weeknight staples.

Exquisitely designed, beautifully written and featuring mouth-watering photography, this gorgeous tome from Guardian columnist and award-winning food writer Rachel Roddy makes the perfect gift for the pasta lover in your life! Guardian columnist and award-winning food writer Rachel Roddy condenses everything she has learned about Italy's favourite food in a practical, easy-to-use and mouth-watering collection of 100 essential pasta and pasta sauce recipes. Along with the recipes are short essays that weave together the history, culture and the everyday life of pasta shapes from the tip to the toe of Italy. There is pasta made with water, and pasta with egg; shapes made by hand and those rolled a by machine; the long and the short; the rolled and the stretched; the twisted and the stuffed; the fresh and the dried. The A-Z of Pasta tells you how to match pasta shapes with sauces, and how to serve them. The recipes range from the familiar - pesto, ragu and carbonara - to the unfamiliar (but thrilling). This is glorious celebration of pasta from one of the best food writers of our time. SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDRE SIMONS FOOD & DRINK BOOK AWARDS ________________________ 'I love this book. Every story is a little gem - a beautiful hymn to each curl, twist and ribbon of pasta.' Nigel Slater 'Rachel Roddy describing how to boil potatoes would inspire me. There are very, very few who possess such a supremely uncluttered culinary voice as hers, just now' Simon Hopkinson 'Rachel Roddy's writing is as absorbing as any novel' Russell Norman, author of Polpo 'Roddy is a gifted storyteller, and a masterful hand with simple ingredients' Guardian Cook

Nigella Lawson described Anna Del Conte's book Portrait of Pasta as 'The book that actually changed the way the English thought about Italian cooking... and the instrumental force in leading us from the land of spag bol, macaroni cheese and tinned ravioli'. Now Anna Del Conte has fully updated and revised that book, introducing many new recipes, to create Anna Del Conte On Pasta. This is a delicious collection of 120 recipes, many of which can be cooked within minutes. The book starts with a fascinating historical account of pasta, then guides you through how to cook pasta, and explores the different types of pasta. The recipes, which come from every region of Italy, are divided into easy to navigate chapters on meat, dairy, vegetables, soups, stuffed and baked pastas. This is a classic Italian cookbook, and will quickly prove essential in your kitchen. Her accolades include the prestigious Duchessa Maria Luigia di Parma prize for Gastronomy of Italy, in 1987; the Premio Nazionale di Cultura Gastronomica Verdicchio d'Oro prize for her contribution to the dissemination of knowledge concerning authentic Italian cooking, in 1994 and In 2010, she was awarded the honour of Ufficiale dell'Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana, in recognition of the importance of her work in keeping alive Italy's good image in the UK.

Over 100 delicious, Italian inspired PizzaExpress recipe favourites that bring the UK's most popular restaurant brand straight to your home. We all have special memories that took place at PizzaExpress. Whether a children's birthday party, a formative first date or just a hankering for dough balls, PizzaExpress has always been there for us. Now the magic and versatility of the popular restaurants can be recreated at home with PizzaExpress: From Italy with Love. Featuring exclusive recipes for perennial favourites including dough balls, Margherita and Sloppy Giuseppe as well as spicy, seafood, vegan and veggie pizzas, PizzaExpress: From Italy with Love caters to every mood and palette. Alongside 68 pizza recipes, many of which are ready in minutes, there are sumptuous salads, decadent desserts, and delicious dressings and sauces that create a meal for every occasion. You'll also learn how to impress by making artisan pizza base doughs such as Leggera and Calabrese, and there's even a special gluten free option that will have everyone fooled! PizzaExpress: From Italy with Love is all you need to transport yourself to Italy and enjoy lovingly handcrafted pizza from the comfort of your home.

Greek chef Andreas Papadakis opened his tiny, cultish Melbourne pasta bar because he couldn't find what he wanted: an exceptional bowl of pasta made with the very best ingredients and served all day. He was obviously on to something because word spread fast and soon pasta people from near and far were joining the constant queue. A decade on, Andreas has documented more than 80 recipes that embody the best of Tipo 00, the ethos that drives it and why a booking remains a coveted thing. All the favourites are here, from Asparagus Ravioli to Cocoa Paccheri with Pine Mushrooms to Gnocchi with Duck and Porcini Ragu, to the famously delicious Tipomisu dessert and a fast version of everyone's favourite Focaccia. Plus, lessons in the art of the dough, why spaghetti is (unequivocally) the King of Pasta, project Lasagne for home … and much more. The restaurant – named for the one true pasta flour – has always been about good food first, community, excellent wine and true hospitality. You'll find that at the heart of Tipo 00 The Pasta Cookbook too.

The pasta ninja and Instagram star Linda Miller Nicholson delivers her first cookbook, a stunning cornucopia of pasta in every color and shape, all created by hand using all-natural colors from vegetables, herbs, and superfoods-and including 25 dough recipes, 33 traditional and modern shaping techniques, and the perfect fillings and sauces to make your creations sing! Linda Miller Nicholson began making pasta at age four, but started adding color to it several years ago to entice her son to eat more vegetables. Her creations became a viral sensation, attracting fans worldwide who are mesmerized by her colorful and flavorful designs. Now, with Pasta, Pretty Please home cooks can create dreamy, dazzling pastas in their own kitchens using only all-natural ingredients-flour, eggs, vegetables, herbs, and superfoods-that are true works of art. Playful and inviting, Pasta, Pretty Please includes recipes, techniques, tips, and inspiration. Linda starts with recipes for basic doughs-standard egg dough, various gnocchi doughs-and works her way up to recipes for dough in many colorful shades. She teaches you just how many colors are pastable and what kinds of pigmented vegetables, fruits, and spices you can use to color your pasta-such as mixing turmeric with parsley for just the right shade of chartreuse, or using activated charcoal powder to create black pasta. She also shows you how to roll out dough, cut and form many pasta shapes, and gives tips for retaining brilliant colors even when cooked. Once you've mastered the basics, you'll find recipes for more elaborate patterns and colors that are sure to impress your family and friends. Linda reveals how to layer colors to make multi-colored doughs in recipes including: Rainbow Cavatelli Polka Dot Farfalle Emoji Ravioli Avocado Gnocchi Hearts and Stripes Pappardelle Argyle Lasagna Sheets 6-Colored Fettucine You'll also find recipes for spectacular sauces and fillings, such as: Golden Milk Ragu Pecorino Pepper Sauce with Broccolini Roasted Tomatoes with Basil Oil and Burrata Spiced Lamb Yogurt Sauce Rustic Squash Filling Classic Ricotta Filling Pepperoni Pizza Filling Featuring beautiful pasta in a rainbow of colors and a variety of shapes, patterns, and sizes, Pasta, Pretty Please is an artistic treasure trove that will please the eye and the palate. Buon Appetito!

This superb book is a comprehensive guide to choosing, making, cooking and enjoying Italian pasta. It features 150 classic and original recipes from simple yet robust soups to fresh and healthy salads, and from rich and warming bakes and casseroles to delicately stuffed pasta parcels. There is also a pictorial guide to all the key ingredients. The recipe section is a triumphant combination of classic regional dishes and original, contemporary ideas, including shellfish lasagne, tortellini with ham, and spaghetti with artichokes. This is a kitchen guide, sourcebook, reference manual and recipe collection - a perfect resource for every pasta-lover.

Learn how to make your own pasta. In A Passion for Pasta, everyone can take a delicious trip down Italy, from top to toe, led by 'pasta queen' Carmela Sereno - your guide to making speciality pasta dishes from each Italian region. With stunning photographs throughout, these recipes include: * Mandilli di Seta, handkerchief pasta with creamy pesto, from Liguria and the Italian Riviera. Liguria's capital, Genoa, is birthplace of the well-known basil pesto. * Orecchiete con cime di rape, which combines the speciality pasta of Puglia, orecchiete (translated as 'little ears'), with the humble turnip to produce a dish full of flavour and yet typical of Puglia's unique style of cooking, cucina povera. * Ziti with sardines, chicory and breadcrumbs. Ziti pasta come in many sizes from the length of small maccheroni to that of spaghetti. Originating from Sicily, this dish has strong Middle Eastern and North African influences, acknowledging these two regions' involvement in Sicilian history. Serano shows us how to make even the most basic pasta dough into a variety of shapes and stunning designs using stripes, spots and delicate herbs. Even those who are already great pasta enthusiasts will be amazed at the range of pasta explored in this book, with dishes selected to delight not only with their exquisite taste but also by their beautiful and varied appearance. From the 'Polenta Gnocchi' of the Aosta Valley to Tuscany's 'Pancake Pasta', A Passion for Pasta has a dish for every occasion, and all tastes.

Everyone needs that fail-safe chicken recipe in a hurry. And everyone needs the perfect stir-fried vegetarian dish, the light-as-air sponge cake, the satisfying stew. This hardworking series, each book a compilation of 100 tried-and-tested recipes, caters to those needs. Practical easy, budget-conscious and, best of all, bursting with flavour. Buy one, buy them all. It features simple solutions to your everyday cooking needs.

This is a fun and playful cookbook featuring retro, decadent, and family-friendly mac-and-cheese recipes. The 50 recipes range from Vegan Mac to Triple Cream Mac, with plenty of permutations in between - like macs with stinky cheeses, veggie-lover macs, classic homestyle recipes like Tuna Mac, and international varieties like Sriracha Mac and Mexican Mac.

"Spaghetti, gnocchi, tagliatellea, ravioli, vincisgrassi, strascinati"--pasta in its myriad forms has been a staple of the Mediterranean diet longer than bread. This beautiful volume is the first book to provide a complete history of pasta in Italy, telling its long story via the extravagant variety of shapes it takes and the even greater abundance of names by which it is known. Food scholar Oretta Zanini De Vita traveled to every corner of her native Italy, recording oral histories, delving into long-forgotten family cookbooks, and searching obscure archives to produce this rich and uniquely personal compendium of historical and geographical information. For each entry she includes the primary ingredients, preparation techniques, variant names, and the locality where it is made and eaten. Along the way, Zanini De Vita debunks such culinary myths as Marco Polo's supposed role in pasta's story even as she serves up a feast of new information. "Encyclopedia of Pasta, " illustrated throughout with original drawings by Luciana Marini, will be the standard reference on one of the world's favorite foods for many years to come, engaging and delighting both general readers and food professionals.

An elevated guide to the craft of pasta-making by rising star chef Thomas McNaughton of San Francisco's hottest Italian restaurant, flour + water.
San Francisco's flour + water has a devoted local following, a strong national reputation, and is well known for its specialty regional pasta varieties, all-Italian wine program, and star chef Thomas McNaughton. McNaughton is an artisan truly passionate about pasta whose inventive recipes and fresh flavor combinations--such as Corn and Crescenza Cappelletti with Bitter Honey; Spaghetti with Confit Albacore, Pole beans and Chili Flakes; and Asparagus Caramelle with Brown Butter--set "Flour + Water"apart from other pasta books. The 75 recipes are organized seasonally, and appeal to all pasta-lovers, from those who've never made it themselves to weekend warriors looking for their next challenge. Steeped in Italian tradition with a chef's flair, "Flour + Water "is a must-have for all home pasta-makers.

SLURP. ZING. BANG. Take your noodles to the next level with these 60 simple yet mouth-watering recipes. With dishes covering every type of noodle you can buy, easy swaps to help use the packets you already have, and 5-minute dressings and toppings to bring the recipes you already make to life - there's never been a better time to get cooking. From store-cupboard time-savers to treat-yourself showstoppers, there's a noodle dish for your every mood and occasion. Discover your new go-to dish with recipes covering: * SUPER EASY 10-MINUTE FIXES * FRESH SALADS * SIZZLING STIR FRIES * SOULFUL SOUPS * COMFORTING CURRIES * PIMP TO THE MAX SPECIALS

Pasta is Italy's culinary gift to the world. Nino Zoccali, a second-generation Italian chef based in Sydney, shares a lifetime of irresistible recipes - from indulgent filled pasta to hearty soups and even pasta-based desserts. Pasta Artigiana has a recipe for every occasion, from a classic spaghetti alla napoletana through to a refined sweet pea ravioli with gorgonzola cream, as well as a range of versatile pasta doughs, sauces and broths. As practical as it is beautiful, Pasta Artigiana is an indispensable companion for anyone who loves to cook and eat pasta.