Mary Ann Esposito
3 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Ciao Italia 1811-r1147 Polenta and Vegetable Casserole
A rustic Italian-inspired vegetable pie made with leeks, potatoes, red pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, fresh basil, and a creamy cornmeal‑flour batter, finished with melted Fontina cheese. The dish is baked until set and golden, offering a comforting, colorful, and hearty vegetarian main course.
Ciao Italia 1918-r1260 Eggs in Purgatory
A rustic Italian breakfast or brunch dish where fresh eggs are baked directly in a simmering sauce of peeled, seeded plum tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and flat‑leaf parsley. The result is a comforting, flavorful "eggs in purgatory" that’s perfect with crusty bread.
Ciao Italia 2305 Homemade Ricotta
Learn how to make fresh, creamy ricotta cheese at home using just milk, heavy cream, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. This classic Italian cheese is perfect for pastas, desserts, or simply spreading on toast.