Covering Italian cured charcuterie inspired by Giancarlo's family recipes, jams and chutneys evoking Katie's memories of cooking with her mother to pickling, fermenting, freezing and pressure canning Katie and Giancarlo combine traditional tried-and-tested methods with a thoroughly modern perspective.
Salads are fresh, healthy and delicious - and infinitely adaptable. Katie and Giancarlo show how salads are perfect for any time of day and occasion - Watermelon, Feta and Mint for a refreshing breakfast, meat, fish and vegetable-based mains for a complete meal plus recipes for starters and side salads where salad plays a supporting role.
The follow-up to The Sunday Times bestseller The Diabetes Weight-loss Cookbook
The Mediterranean diet is widely acclaimed for its health benefits, but surely Italian food - with its pasta, pizzas and oil-soaked breads - is as far from being low-calorie and low-carb as you can get?
As any fan of Italian cuisine will know, each region within Italy is fiercely proud of its unique recipes and cooking techniques. From Tuscany s signature Ribollita to the delicious Sicilian Sarde alla Beccafico, popular dishes have been shaped by centuries of tradition and define local identity, from the sun-drenched Mediterranean south to the land-locked, mountainous regions in the north. It is these local particularities and preferences each evocative of people and place that make Italian cuisine so rich and fascinating, and Katie Caldesi has captured all its variety in this beautiful and comprehensive book. Her 40 masterclasses on cooking techniques such as making your own tortellini, baking bread and pizza, and preparing Tuscan sausages include secret tips that have been handed down through generations and are interwoven with fascinating stories on the local traditions. With several hundred recipes from all 20 Italian regions, including chapters on Pasta, Meat, Fish, Dolci, and Cheese, and featuring stunning travel photography, this is the definitive guide to discovering and cooking Italy s many gastronomic treasures.
As seen on ITV's Save Money: Lose Weight 'I've got this book and it's fantastic' Tom Watson, former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party 'an inspiring recipe book' Daily Mail 'The food has been filling and quite simple to make... I'm not missing anything. I am satisfied.' Sharon, tester on ITV's Save Money: Lose Weight 'I believe we have eaten our way into this epidemic of diabetes and obesity and that we can eat our way out of it' Dr David Unwin from his Foreword In 2012 Giancarlo Caldesi was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Since adopting a low-carb diet he has lost almost 4 stone and put his diabetes into remission - transforming his and his family's health. Working with nutritionist Jenny Phillips, Giancarlo and his wife Katie show you how to enjoy a low carb but not no-carb way of life with simple recipes using easy-to-source ingredients that will fill you up without fattening you up. Steak and Chips are still on the menu, as are delicious curries such as Butter Chicken and Spinach Paneer, even puddings like Hot Chocolate Pots or Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake. An initial diagnosis of diabetes can be shocking and the masses of information daunting, but Katie and Giancarlo share their personal experience of diabetes and weight loss to empower you to make your own informed decisions about food, without sacrificing any of the flavour.
Illustrated with stunning photographs, The Amalfi Coast is a glorious and decadent celebration that captures the elegance and glamour of this favorite destination. Join Katie Caldesi and her husband Giancarlo in The Amalfi Coast as they tackle the daring driving, precariously perched restaurants and hidden back alleys in search of the food that defines the area. The Amalfi coast is one of Italy's magical spots: a sun-drenched land that looks like a glamorous film-set, bursting with lemon trees, breath-taking scenery and food fit for a king. From Positano to Ravello, be inspired by Katie's recipes, as well as the quirky locals she meets along the way. Feast on crispy pizza garnished with clouds of creamy mozzarella and fresh basil, delicious pastas drenched with tomato sauce and fresh seafood, and homemade tarts that taste like they're straight out of nonna's kitchen.
"Being diagnosed with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes can be a real shock. How do you try to lose weight and eat healthily when you also have so little time to cook and shop? Katie and Giancarlo provide the answers with 80 mouthwatering recipes that can all be made in just 30 minutes or less, so you can eat well every day. Suitable for the whole family, there are weekday suppers, no-cook meals to throw together in minutes, feasts for special occasions and even scrumptious desserts, as well as a month of daily meal plans. Learn how to become low-carb savvy, shop smart and you will soon start to see obvious health benefits" -- Amazon.com
Italian cured charcuterie draws inspiration from Giancarlo's family recipes, while Katie's jams and chutneys reflect her cherished memories of cooking with her mother. The book blends traditional techniques such as pickling, fermenting, freezing, and pressure canning with a contemporary approach, offering readers a unique perspective on preserving and enjoying homemade flavors.
All roads lead to Rome, and all roads in the Eternal City itself lead to a delicious meal. In Rome: The Urban Kitchen, Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi unearth the city's hidden gems - centuries-old recipes that have been handed down through the generations, as well as new, exciting dishes inspired by Romans from all walks of life. The duo present their interpretations of classic dishes, like Katie's Cacio e Pepe (spicy cheese and pepper pasta), alongside family favorites like Spigola in Saltimbocca (seabass with parma ham and sage leaves). Collaborating with Rome's best chefs, they also share modern Italian recipes - like Sorbetto di Peperone, a fiery hot chilli sorbet - that reflect the heat and color of this bustling city This is an impressive, fresh look at Rome's cuisine that will be sure to inspire. As well as all the tantalizing recipes, Katie and Giancarlo take readers on a sumptuous, visual journey, from the Pantheon and Colosseum, to the Renaissance palazzos, Baroque fountains, and neighborhood trattorias. Complemented by Katie's anecdotes of their trip, Rome: The Urban Kitchen is a beautiful cookbook and keepsake that will transport you to the heart of Italy.