Contorni (Side Dishes) Recipes

Hailing from the picturesque town of Bassano del Grappa in the Veneto region, this iconic dish celebrates the prized white asparagus in its most traditional form. It features tende...

Hailing from the sun-drenched regions of Southern Italy, Melanzane alla Parmigiana is a masterpiece of simplicity and soul. This dish celebrates the humble eggplant by layering cri...

Transport yourself to the cobblestone streets of Rome with this timeless 'contorno' that celebrates the Romanesco artichoke in all its glory. These artichokes are braised until but...

A staple of the Italian Sunday roast, these potatoes are the ultimate expression of rustic Mediterranean comfort. By utilizing a specific par-boiling technique and high-quality ext...

Hailing from the heart of Perugia, this classic Umbrian side dish transforms the humble cardoon (gobbi) into a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece. Traditionally served durin...

Direct from the vibrant streets of Naples, Friarielli Ripassati is the quintessential Italian side dish that celebrates the bold, slightly bitter profile of leafy broccoli rabe. Th...

A cornerstone of the Neapolitan Christmas Eve feast, this 'reinforcement salad' is a vibrant explosion of pickled flavors and crunchy textures. Traditionally, it was 'reinforced' d...

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched landscapes of Puglia with this iconic 'piatto povero' that celebrates the harmony of land and tradition. This dish marries the creamy, but...

Transport your kitchen to the heart of Naples with Scarola Affogata, a quintessential Italian contorno that transforms humble greens into a savory masterpiece. The term 'affogata' ...

Hailing from the sun-drenched island of Sicily, Zucca in Agrodolce is a masterclass in the balance of 'agro' (sour) and 'dolce' (sweet). This vibrant contorno features tender wedge...

Transport your senses to the rugged coast of Southern Italy with this iconic Calabrian 'Contorno'. This dish is a rustic masterpiece where starchy potatoes and sweet bell peppers a...

Transport your senses to the rugged coastlines of Sicily with this quintessential vegetable medley, where the earthy richness of fried eggplant meets a sophisticated sweet-and-sour...

Transport your kitchen to the rolling hills of Tuscany with this quintessential 'Contorno' that celebrates the humble bean. Traditionally named 'little bird style' because it uses ...

Vignarola is a breathtaking celebration of the Roman spring, traditionally prepared during the fleeting weeks when artichokes, fava beans, and peas are all in season simultaneously...

Zucchine Trifolate is a beloved Italian 'contorno' that transforms humble summer squash into a silky, aromatic masterpiece. The name 'trifolate' refers to a cooking style similar t...