Mozzarella in carrozza by Frank Fariello

What could be more primordially satisfying than the combination of bread and cheese? Well, frying them together makes them even more satisfying. And if you add a bit of anchovy to the mix well, you're in heaven! Mozzarella in carrozza, literally "mozzarella cheese in a carriage", is one of the rustic glories of Neapolitan cuisine.…

Sausage, Peppers and Onions by B Innes

Such simple ingredients to make such a great meal. Cooked properly it could become one of your favorite meals. It's easy to prepare and makes a great anytime dinner. Leftovers, if there are any , go great with a baguette for a sandwich. The sausage can be sweet, hot or a combination of both, your choice. The bell peppers can be…

Crisp Calamari by Carmelita

Everyone loves a well made Fritto and this one is really delicious. A chickpea flour batter and careful frying make for a perfect Fritto everytime, you must try this! The second of the Useful Links is my comprehensive list of tips for making a really good non-greasy Italian Fritto.

Creamy Parmesan and Sundried Tomatoe Chicken by Tina Smith

Fried Calamari with Peperoncini Mayonnaise Calamari Fritti con Peperoncini Maionese by Evelyn Scott

Polenta Squares with Gorgonzola - Crostoni al Gorgonzola by Evelyn Scott

Fried polenta is a great treat, a snacking food of the sort one can go to a friggitoria and buy a cone of -- the frier takes a sheet of yellow butcher's paper, rolls it into a cone, and fills it with squares of polenta. But polenta is also a nice accompaniment to other fried foods at table, and is a perfect base for toppings of…

ITALIAN CHICKEN by Joyce

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Italian Rice Balls by Corey

Baseball-sized rice balls coated in breadcrumbs, deep-fried and served with bright red marinara sauce.

Fried Artichoke Recipe - Carciofi Fritti by Evelyn Scott

A fried artichoke is simplicity in itself.

Warm Fennel & Chickpea Antipasto by Caroline Caron

Such a wonderful appetizer (or side dish) that reminds me of something rustic and Italian!